The Transformative Paradigm of Cloud-Based Event-Driven Systems: Technical Foundations, Applications, and Ethical Imperatives (Published)
This article examines the transformative impact of event-driven architectures (EDA) within cloud computing environments and their role in driving automation across diverse sectors. Through a comprehensive analysis of technical foundations, implementation patterns, and real-world applications, the article identifies how these technologies enable real-time monitoring, dynamic resource allocation, and personalized experiences while simultaneously creating new challenges related to data privacy, algorithmic bias, and workforce transitions. The investigation reveals the tension between operational efficiency and ethical considerations, highlighting the need for multistakeholder approaches to governance. By synthesizing findings from multiple domains, this study contributes to the discourse on responsible innovation by proposing frameworks that balance technological advancement with societal well-being. The article concludes that successful navigation of cloud-based automation requires collaborative efforts among technologists, policymakers, and civil society to establish ethical guidelines, ensure equitable access, and develop adaptive governance mechanisms that can evolve alongside these rapidly advancing technologies.
Keywords: Digital Transformation, cloud automation, ethical computing, event-driven architecture, sociotechnical systems