Migrating from On-Prem to M365
The recent shift to remote working has forced companies to lean on cloud services and applications more than ever. Let’s dive into how SMEs can reap the benefits of M365 while minimising the associated risks.
The recent shift to remote working has forced companies to lean on cloud services and applications more than ever. Let’s dive into how SMEs can reap the benefits of M365 while minimising the associated risks.
Cloud migration is the process of moving applications and data from one location, often a company’s private, on-site (“on-premises”) servers to a public cloud provider’s servers, but also between different clouds.
For small businesses, this often means transitioning from on-premises, legacy infrastructure like servers to centralised cloud services managed by a cloud provider.
Legacy hardware and software can be challenging for companies because they are expensive to maintain, hard to upgrade, and may no longer qualify for manufacturer support.
By shifting to the cloud, small businesses gain the benefits of a consumption-based, “pay-as-you-go” model, which maximises flexibility and significantly reduces expenses.
There are several reasons why companies migrate to the cloud. The main cloud migration benefits include reducing IT costs and improving performance, but there are security, convenience, and other advantages, too:
2. Lower Operating Costs: Maintaining on-premises infrastructure requires resources and staff. By shifting to the cloud, you streamline operations and reduce the need for a large IT team, saving on long-term operating expenses.
3. Resources: On-premises investments tie up cash that could be used elsewhere. The cloud replaces hefty one-time expenditures with manageable monthly payments, freeing up funds for other priorities.
4. Scalability: The cloud makes it easy to adjust resources as needed. You pay only for what you use. Scaling up or down is quick and hassle-free, offering unmatched flexibility.
5. Boosted Reliability: Cloud providers offer robust service level agreements with 99%+ uptime guarantees. With redundancy and high-speed connections, they ensure better availability and fewer risks of downtime or data loss, keeping your operations running smoothly.
Microsoft 365 (M365) is a cloud-based productivity platform designed to help you work smarter with cutting-edge Office apps, intelligent cloud services, and robust security. Migrating your on-premises servers and software to M365 offers significant agility and cost savings. Many organisations have already embraced this transition, reaping the benefits of enhanced collaboration, scalability, and reduced operational overhead.
Not only does Microsoft 365 include Windows and the usual Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Microsoft 365 broadens its scope to include Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, with users having a choice of packages, each targeted at a difference business audience to reflect their needs.
Migrating to Microsoft 365 and embracing cloud computing offers businesses a comprehensive solution for reducing costs, boosting efficiency, and improving operational resilience. Here’s how it combines productivity tools with the financial and technical advantages of the cloud:
If you’re considering migrating to M365, watch our FREE webinar to help you get started.
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Qualifications: Masters in English Literature
In-house training: HubSpot SEO, WordPress Training.
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