Cloud Migration

Cloud migration is the process of transferring applications, data, and other business components to a cloud-based computing environment. While there are many different forms that cloud migration can take, the most common cloud migration model is the movement of all data and apps from local on-premises centers to a public cloud data center. Everyone has had the misfortune of losing precious work due to an unintended error or power outage. When relying on on-premise data centers, this work can easily be lost, which can be a huge waste of time. Cloud data centers protect against these challenges by storing this work in a public cloud environment.

Ecliptic Ideas has extensive experience in cloud migration services, making us experts regarding these services. Every business is different, and for that reason, each cloud center will have unique needs to guarantee success. Let’s explore some of the benefits of cloud migration, as well as some of the cloud migration services Ecliptic Ideas has to offer.

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We’ve already briefly explored how cloud migration services can help prevent potential losses from happening while working with your business’ information. Especially for large-scale projects, loss prevention can be argued as one of the most crucial preventative measures for any successful business. A cloud host’s main purpose is to patrol for any security breaches, so you can guarantee nothing gets slipped through the cracks.

• Cost Savings: Some might feel that the cost of converting your current systems to a cloud-based server might be expensive, but they are mistaken. The initial price of transitioning to cloud-based computing should first consider the ROI and potential time saved down the line.
• Security: A huge reason businesses maintain an on-site server is the promise of security for the countless files, programs, and data that they can easily protect. The idea of remotely accessing these features might raise eyebrows because of the risk of external cybercriminals also doing so. In reality, a cloud host is responsible for monitoring the server for any potential security compromises, which is more than can be said for most in-house structures. Internal violations are caught much quicker, which is sadly the more common risk for a security breach.
• Flexibility/Mobility: After migrating to a cloud-based system, companies can access data remotely, allowing increased flexibility for those that want to work from home or might need to see content on the fly. Especially for companies that frequently communicate with team members, being able to access the cloud from a smartphone is a sure-fire way of keeping everyone on the same page. Increased Collaboration: Most businesses have more than two team members, and collaboration is a long-running goal for anyone looking to work as a part of a team efficiently. Cloud-based servers allow collaborations to occur seamlessly, with team members viewing and sharing data effortlessly and securely across the platform.
• Disaster Recovery/Quality Control: Even within a digital workspace, errors are an inevitability. However, with a cloud-based server, the process of data recovery becomes much simpler, with data often being recovered within four hours. Disaster recovery as well as the common workspace allows business owners to evaluate current operations to analyze what is working best and what needs to be changed.
• Competitive Edge: As the working world continues to shift to a digital realm, cloud-based data centers are more and more common. Modernize your business’ operations instantly with cloud-based workflow.

During the process of cloud migration, any physical work will need to be digitized to keep all data in one place. The digitizing process allows business owners to keep tabs on all business functions, gain insight into what is working and what can be improved, and modernizes the business’ infrastructure.

One of the most attractive selling points for cloud migration is the automation of business functioning. Gone are the days of meticulously saving data, automatic submission keeps track of these changes throughout the entire process. This allows businesses to auto-provision servers, back up data, and identify and address unused processes.

Many cloud-based hosts will provide document generation as an element of the service as it can be very beneficial. Document generation provides businesses with the ability to seamlessly create business-critical documents such as contracts, sales proposals, work orders, and invoices automatically through the cloud-based server.

Large businesses likely have a wide selection of data to sort through. Luckily, cloud migration provides a simple digital categorization of all of these critical documents and data. Not only are business owners able to sort through content more easily, but team members can also organize much more efficiently as well.

Here at Ecliptic Ideas, we understand that your business’ success is based on how efficiently your team can accomplish its goals. With cloud migration computing, data and important business content can be more easily accessed, automated, and organized to save your team members time and save your business money in the long run. Ecliptic Ideas promises to conduct a thorough evaluation of your company’s data centers to offer a quick, simple, and seamless transition to a cloud-based server.

We’ll listen to what your business needs and find a solution that works in your best interests. Contact an Ecliptic Ideas team member to develop your cloud migration strategy today.