Comparison of hybrid, cloud, and on-premise deployment of AD: In the case of Ethiopian Banks
| dc.contributor.advisor | Eyob Nigussie (PhD) | |
| dc.contributor.author | Hanna Mekonen | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-08-09T08:01:21Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-08-09T08:01:21Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024-10 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This study examines current state of IT infrastructure in Ethiopian banks, by comparing on-premises, cloud and hybrid models of Active Directory deployment. The purpose of this research paper is to recommend best of Active Directory deployment options for Ethiopian banks by referring pros and cons of on-premises, hybrid, and cloud Active Directory deployment options for Ethiopian banks. The strategic considerations, operational obstacles, and practical ramifications of each deployment strategy collected in-depth interviews with IT professionals from major Ethiopian banks, as well as extensive case studies of their IT infrastructures. Motivations driving deployment decisions, operational and staffing ramifications, tactics for ensuring consistency in identity and access management, and broader implications for IT governance and security are among the topics covered. The findings indicate that different needs and objectives influence deployment decisions, with some institutions emphasizing the flexibility and scalability provided by cloud deployment, while others value the control and security of on-premise systems. Hybrid deployment develops as a compromise, reflecting the nuanced techniques need to meet bank-specific difficulties. A one-size-fits-all approach is unlikely to succeed because each bank has distinct needs and current infrastructure. Ethiopian banks can create a personalized cloud strategy by carefully examining their current IT landscape and future ambitions. The discussion focuses on the implications for the broader banking sector, drawing parallels to international best practices and recommending areas for future research and practical implementation. A hybrid cloud architecture that blends on-premises infrastructure with public and private cloud environments may be the best option for many Ethiopian banks. This strategy enables banks to maintain control over sensitive data while taking advantage of cloud computing's scalability and cost-efficiency. Banks must address security and compliance concerns with strong measures such as application-level encryption and privileged access. Keywords: Active Directory, On-Premises, Cloud Computing, Hybrid Cloud Computing. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/6285 | |
| dc.language.iso | en_US | |
| dc.publisher | Addis Ababa University | |
| dc.title | Comparison of hybrid, cloud, and on-premise deployment of AD: In the case of Ethiopian Banks | |
| dc.type | Thesis |