Having cloud at the heart of your business is key for transforming operating models, initiating new ways of working, and unleashing innovation. Despite all the potential advantages, however, the cloud migration process is far from simple.

 

According to independent research, one-in-three cloud migrations fail outright and only one-in-four organisations achieve their migration deadlines.

 

From technical complexities to strategic considerations, migrating to the cloud requires careful planning, diligent execution, and a thorough understanding of the potential obstacles ahead.

If you’re looking to move applications, services and data from on-premises infrastructure to the cloud – or want to move from one cloud platform or provider to another – our 5-step migration guide helps you plan for success:

  • Phase 1 – Scope Your Programme
  • Phase 2 – Planning
  • Phase 3 – Execution
  • Phase 4 – Monitor and Optimise
  • Phase 5 – Project Closure