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The popularity of industry clouds has surged with the entry of major cloud and software vendors, offering vertically integrated solutions with built-in compliance for industry-specific regulations, saving organizations time and costs. When adopting industry clouds, consider the tips from over a decade of IDC research to optimize your investment, drawing from insights from both buyers and vendors in the field.