Understanding Cloud Migration

Cloud migration involves transferring data, applications, and workloads from on-premises physical servers to cloud-based environments. Microsoft Azure is a popular choice for businesses looking to leverage the cloud's flexibility and scalability, as well as AWS.

Migration Planning

If the goal is to reduce cost, improve scalability, increase efficiency of IT and business operations, then approaching migration with these things in mind is important. An object-oriented and detail-oriented plan is neccessary.

Current Infrastructure

The obvious first step before diving into the deep end of migration would be to have a thorough understanding of the current server environment(s). From personal experience, assuming you opted for Azure, using their Azure Migrate tool can help inventory your existing infrastructure. Additionally this would help identify any dependencies that might exist.

Risk Assessment

Risks such as data loss, downtime, or even compatibility issues should be addressed before hand as well. Azure has tools such as Azure Backup for data protection and Site Recovery for continuity. These can be used to help mitigate or minimize these risks.

Considerations

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Tools and Technologies

Azure Migrate

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