VMware on Azure Migration
Move your VMware workloads to Azure without the pain of rebuilding. We help you seamlessly transition your existing VMware environment to Microsoft Azure, combining the familiarity of VMware with the power and flexibility of the cloud.
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298%
ROI over three years after migrating VMware workloads with Azure VMware Solution (Forrester TEI, 2024)
<6 months
payback period to recoup full investment in Azure VMware Solution migration (Forrester TEI, 2024)
80%
downtime reduction for apps moved to Azure VMware Solution versus on-prem data centers (Forrester TEI, 2024)
What you can do
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Migration Assessment
Understand Your Path to the Cloud
Get a clear picture of your current VMware environment and develop a practical migration strategy. We evaluate your workloads, infrastructure, and business requirements to create a tailored roadmap that minimizes risk and maximizes benefits.
- Environment Discovery: Map your current VMware infrastructure, workloads, and dependencies
- Workload Analysis: Assess each application for cloud readiness and migration approach
- Business Case Development: Calculate expected costs and benefits of your Azure migration
- Risk Assessment: Identify potential challenges and develop mitigation strategies
- Sizing & Architecture: Design your target Azure VMware Solution environment
- Migration Roadmap: Create a phased approach with clear milestones and success criteria
Azure VMware Solution Setup
Build Your Cloud Foundation with Familiar Tools
Create a secure, reliable VMware environment within Microsoft Azure. We handle the technical implementation of Azure VMware Solution, ensuring a solid foundation for your migrated workloads.
- Infrastructure Provisioning: Deploy and configure your Azure VMware Solution private cloud
- Networking Design: Implement secure connectivity between Azure, on-premises, and the internet
- Storage Configuration: Set up appropriate storage solutions for your workload requirements
- Identity Integration: Connect your authentication systems for seamless access management
- Security Implementation: Configure comprehensive protection for your cloud environment
- Management Tools: Set up familiar VMware tools alongside Azure management capabilities
Workload Migration
Move Applications with Minimal Disruption
Transfer your VMware workloads to Azure safely and efficiently. We use proven methodologies and tools to migrate your applications with minimal downtime, ensuring business continuity throughout the transition.
- Migration Planning: Develop detailed plans for each workload, including testing and cutover strategies
- Data Transfer: Implement efficient data migration approaches based on volume and change rates
- Application Testing: Validate workload functionality in the Azure environment before cutover
- Cutover Management: Coordinate the final transition with minimal business disruption
- Post-migration Validation: Ensure applications are performing as expected in Azure
- Decommissioning Support: Safely retire unneeded on-premises infrastructure
Hybrid Connectivity
Connect Your Environments for Seamless Operations
Create reliable, secure connections between your Azure and on-premises environments. We design and implement networking solutions that enable seamless operations across your hybrid infrastructure.
- Network Architecture: Design optimal connectivity between Azure VMware Solution and other environments
- ExpressRoute Implementation: Set up dedicated connections for reliable, high-performance networking
- Traffic Management: Implement routing and load balancing for optimal application performance
- Security Boundaries: Create appropriate network segmentation and security controls
- DNS Integration: Ensure consistent name resolution across hybrid environments
- Connectivity Testing: Validate performance and reliability of hybrid connections
Operations Optimization
Manage Your Cloud VMware Environment Efficiently
Transform how you operate after migration to the cloud. We help you implement modern management practices that take advantage of Azure capabilities while maintaining the VMware skills you already have.
- Monitoring Implementation: Set up comprehensive visibility across your hybrid environment
- Backup & Recovery: Implement robust data protection for your cloud workloads
- Patch Management: Establish efficient update processes for operating systems and applications
- Automation Implementation: Reduce manual work through scripting and workflow automation
- Capacity Management: Optimize resource allocation based on actual usage patterns
- Operational Handover: Transfer knowledge to your team for ongoing management
Cost Management
Control Cloud Spending While Maximizing Value
Keep your Azure costs predictable and optimized. We help you implement financial management practices that provide visibility and control over your cloud spending.
- Cost Baseline: Establish clear visibility into current Azure VMware Solution expenses
- Resource Optimization: Right-size VMs and storage based on actual usage requirements
- Budget Setup: Implement spending limits and alerts to prevent unexpected costs
- Reservation Planning: Identify opportunities for savings through reserved instances
- Chargeback/Showback: Allocate costs to appropriate business units for accountability
- Ongoing Optimization: Implement regular reviews to identify new savings opportunities
What you’ll achieve
Migration Acceleration
Move to the cloud in weeks rather than months, with minimal disruption to your business operations.
Reduced Risk
Maintain application compatibility by keeping your existing VMware environment intact during migration.
Operational Continuity
Leverage your team's existing VMware skills while gradually adopting new cloud capabilities.
Cost Optimization
Reduce capital expenses and shift to an operational cost model with predictable cloud spending.
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Talk to our specialists about planning your migration journey.
Talk to our specialists about planning your migration journey.