It seems cloud computing, its benefits, its issues, and applications have been discussed over and over again by many experts and bloggers. However, very few people talk about what it takes to be successful in cloud computing implementation. While many IT experts claim that not everyone is ready for the cloud or are quick to judge the cloud based on its security issues, few look at the factors that can actually help people who really could benefit from the cloud (like small businesses) flourish in the cloud environment. For those investigating the possibility of moving to the cloud, there are some key factors that can ensure success.