About Cloud Intel
Cloud Intel is an independent research publication dedicated to helping IT leaders find the right cloud consulting partners.
The Problem We Solve
Most directories rank partners by who pays the most. Review sites are gamed. And RFPs take months with mixed results.
IT leaders need the 40 hours of due diligence they don't have time for: verifying certifications, assessing documented outcomes, benchmarking pricing, and distinguishing genuine specialists from generalists who claim everything.
Our Approach
We act as an independent buyer's agent. We assess each firm on verifiable signals and publish honest fit assessments — strengths, considerations, best-for, and wrong-for — rather than a numeric grade. The five things we evaluate:
- Partner tier & certifications: Official designation from AWS, Azure, or GCP partner programs
- Documented outcomes: Case studies with specific, verifiable results
- Pricing transparency: Willingness to discuss engagement models and typical ranges
- Specialization depth: Whether stated focus areas are backed by real delivery evidence
- Fit signals: The buyer profile and project types where a firm excels — and where it doesn't
How We Make Money
Cloud Intel is free for buyers. Firms can pay for one thing: a Verified tier that confirms their profile data is accurate and current — a single flat rate, clearly labeled. That's it.
You cannot buy a ranking, a spot on a shortlist, or a best-for / wrong-for verdict. Those are editorial and reflect our independent research alone.
Contact
Questions? Feedback? Partnership inquiries? Email us at hello@cloudconsultingfirms.com