Cloud computing promises agility and cost savings, but poor provider choices can lead to spiraling costs and operational headaches. That’s why we’ve compiled the most common errors companies make when choosing cloud services so you can make a more informed decision.

You may have seen headlines highlighting the dangers of two recently discovered hardware flaws: Spectre and Meltdown. They create incredibly technical problems for just about anyone who owns a computer, even those with virtual machines in the cloud. Thankfully, most vendors have already fixed the issue.