Cloud Migration
Cloud migration is the process of moving applications, data, and workloads from on-premises infrastructure to the cloud.
Successful cloud migration requires careful planning, a clear strategy (rehost, replatform, refactor, or rebuild), and deep expertise in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Our articles cover migration assessment frameworks, the 6R methodology, database migration patterns, hybrid cloud transitions, cost modelling, and post-migration optimisation. Whether you are moving your first workload or executing a large-scale enterprise migration programme, these guides provide practical, experience-backed guidance from engineers who have delivered thousands of migrations.
Why Cloud Migration Matters
Poorly planned migrations lead to cost overruns, extended downtime, and security gaps. Organisations that follow structured migration methodologies — including proper discovery, dependency mapping, and wave planning — complete migrations 40-60% faster and avoid the common pitfalls that derail projects. Understanding the trade-offs between rehosting (lift-and-shift) and refactoring (cloud-native) is the difference between simply moving servers and actually unlocking cloud value.
What We Cover
- Migration assessment and readiness frameworks
- The 6R strategy: Rehost, Replatform, Refactor, Repurchase, Retire, Retain
- Database migration patterns and tools (DMS, Schema Conversion)
- Hybrid cloud transition and multi-cloud strategies
- Post-migration cost optimisation and FinOps
- Application dependency mapping and wave planning
Key Takeaway
A successful cloud migration is not a one-time event but a phased programme. Start with a thorough assessment, choose the right migration strategy for each workload, and invest in post-migration optimisation to realise the full cost and performance benefits of cloud.
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