Conceptual Framework for Scalable and Secure Cloud Architectures for Enterprise Messaging

• Author(s): Kabir Sholagberu Ahmed; Olushola Damilare Odejobi
• Paper ID: 1711330
• Page: 127-141
• Published Date: 31-07-2018
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 2 Issue 1 July-2018

Abstract

The rapid digitization of business operations has amplified the importance of enterprise messaging as a core enabler of collaboration, customer engagement, and workflow automation. However, the proliferation of distributed teams, real-time communications, and mission-critical applications necessitates cloud-based messaging platforms that are both scalable and secure. This proposes a conceptual framework for scalable and secure cloud architectures designed specifically for enterprise messaging environments. The framework integrates three key dimensions: scalability, security, and interoperability. Scalability is addressed through elastic cloud-native components such as container orchestration, microservices, and distributed message queues, ensuring that platforms dynamically adapt to fluctuating workloads and global demand. Security is embedded at multiple layers, incorporating zero-trust principles, end-to-end encryption, identity and access management (IAM), and compliance-aware logging to protect sensitive business communications against cyber threats and regulatory risks. Interoperability ensures seamless integration across heterogeneous enterprise systems, legacy platforms, and third-party applications through the use of standardized APIs, middleware connectors, and federated protocols. The conceptual model also highlights resilience through multi-region deployment, fault-tolerant architectures, and automated recovery mechanisms, ensuring continuity in the face of systemic disruptions. Furthermore, it incorporates governance and monitoring frameworks that leverage artificial intelligence for anomaly detection, threat intelligence, and performance optimization. By synthesizing these dimensions, the proposed framework provides a pathway for organizations to modernize enterprise messaging infrastructure while mitigating operational, financial, and reputational risks. Beyond immediate efficiency gains, such architectures enable enterprises to unlock innovation in areas such as omnichannel engagement, real-time analytics, and AI-assisted communication. The study concludes that a secure, scalable, and standards-driven cloud architecture is foundational to the future of enterprise messaging, enabling businesses to achieve agility, trust, and resilience in an increasingly interconnected digital economy.

Keywords

Conceptual Framework For Scalable And Secure Cloud Architectures For Enterprise Messaging: Cloud Computing, Enterprise Messaging, Scalable Architecture, Secure Cloud Solutions, Message Queueing, Microservices Integration, High Availability, Fault Tolerance, Distributed Systems, Data Encryption, Access Control, Identity Management, Real-Time Messaging, Performance Optimization, Multi-Tenant Architecture

Citations

IRE Journals:
Kabir Sholagberu Ahmed, Olushola Damilare Odejobi "Conceptual Framework for Scalable and Secure Cloud Architectures for Enterprise Messaging" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 2 Issue 1 2018 Page 127-141

IEEE:
Kabir Sholagberu Ahmed, Olushola Damilare Odejobi "Conceptual Framework for Scalable and Secure Cloud Architectures for Enterprise Messaging" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 2(1)