If the cloud computing trend sounds a bit nebulous, you're not alone. Many enterprises that opt for these services end up with complicated multicloud deployments that become unmanageable. These are complex systems with complex failures, which are in urgent need of systemization. Happily, two new ISO/IEC standards have put some order in the chaos.

Call it a new social trend or an act of anti-consumerism resistance, the trade of second-hand goods is steadily increasing. As we are going through an economic crisis, this alternative consumption pattern is driven by the need to reduce not only costs but also environmental impacts. But does this mean we should compromise quality for price?

Bribery is a significant business risk in many countries and sectors. It can be as petty as paying off a police officer for a speeding ticket or as profound as paying to win a major contract. Systemic bribery lowers economic growth and discourages investment. It goes hand in hand with poverty and social inequality. And, most importantly, it is very difficult to eradicate.