Why How You Migrate Matters as Much as Where You Migrate To
Moving to the cloud offers real benefits, but those benefits are only realised if the migration is handled correctly. A poorly executed migration can result in data loss, extended downtime, applications that do not work as expected and costs that quickly exceed initial estimates. For businesses that rely on their systems to operate day to day, these are not acceptable risks.
The most common cause of a difficult migration is inadequate planning. Without a clear picture of what you are migrating, how it all connects and what the dependencies are, it is very easy to encounter problems mid-migration that are expensive and time-consuming to resolve. Good migration planning takes time, but it is the difference between a smooth transition and a stressful one.
Our managed cloud migration service starts with a thorough assessment of your current environment. We map your systems, understand your dependencies and build a migration plan that accounts for everything. Then we execute that plan carefully, testing at each stage and communicating with your team throughout, so there are no surprises.
Cloud Migration Planned and Executed with Confidence
Thorough Assessment
We start by building a complete picture of your current environment, including all systems, data, applications and dependencies. This assessment is the foundation of a migration plan that accounts for everything and leaves nothing to chance.
Minimal Downtime
We execute your migration in a controlled and staged manner, testing thoroughly at each stage before proceeding. Where downtime is unavoidable, we plan for it to happen at the least disruptive time and communicate clearly with your team in advance.
Post-Migration Support and Validation
The work does not stop when the migration is complete. We verify that everything is working correctly, support your team through the transition and remain on hand to deal with any issues that emerge in the days and weeks following the move.
Migration Support From People Who Have Done It Before
Cloud migrations are complex, and the complexity is easy to underestimate. At AOIT, we have the experience to anticipate where problems are likely to arise and the expertise to deal with them when they do. We take a methodical approach that prioritises your business continuity, making sure the move to the cloud makes your IT better rather than just different.
We also communicate clearly throughout the process. You will always know where your migration stands, what is happening next and what to expect. There are no surprises and no jargon, just a well-managed transition to a better IT environment.
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Thinking About Moving to the Cloud But Not Sure Where to Start?
The first step is a conversation. Get in touch and we will take a look at your current setup, talk through your options and give you an honest view of what a migration would involve for your business.
What is a cloud migration?
A cloud migration is the process of moving your business’s data, applications and IT systems from on-premise infrastructure to a cloud-based environment. This could mean moving email and documents to a cloud productivity platform, hosting your applications on cloud infrastructure, or a full transition away from on-site servers.
How long does a cloud migration take?
The timeline depends on the size and complexity of your current environment. A migration for a small business with straightforward requirements may take a few weeks. A more complex migration involving multiple systems, large amounts of data and bespoke applications will take longer. We provide a realistic timeline estimate after completing our initial assessment.
Will our business experience downtime during the migration?
We plan migrations to minimise downtime wherever possible. In many cases, systems can be migrated with little or no disruption to day-to-day operations. Where some downtime is unavoidable, we plan for it to occur at the least disruptive time and communicate clearly with your team in advance.
What happens to our data during the migration?
Your data is transferred securely and we verify its integrity throughout the process. We do not remove data from your existing environment until we have confirmed it has transferred correctly to the new one. Data protection is a priority at every stage of the migration.
What if something goes wrong during the migration?
We plan for contingencies as part of every migration. This includes maintaining the ability to roll back to your existing environment if something does not go to plan. Our experience with migrations means we can identify and resolve issues quickly, minimising any impact on your business.
Do you support us after the migration is complete?
Yes. We provide post-migration support to make sure everything is working correctly and to help your team adapt to the new environment. We also offer ongoing management of your cloud services once the migration is complete.