CLOUD MIGRATION

Cloud Migration Strategy and Implementation

We help you decide on the best Cloud Migration strategy for your business. Whether it’s a full or partial migration, we make sure the transition is smooth, painless and affordable.

But you’ll have questions.

What about cybersecurity, for instance? And how do you migrate large amounts of data without downtime? How does it work with remote or hybrid working?

It’s about proven technical know how, unrivalled security expertise and careful planning. As Microsoft Solutions Partner, we’ve helped thousands of businesses make a safe, hassle-free transition to the cloud. You’ll wonder why you didn’t do it before.

For data safety and your own peace of mind, we can take it as slowly — over 12, 24 or 36 months. If you’d prefer a mix of cloud and on-premise systems, that’s fine.

It starts with a conversation, so call us on 01329 888 444.  If you’d prefer to write, hit the button below:

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Cloud migration in Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Sussex — How it works

We’ve made cloud migration affordable. Little upfront capital is required, and agreed monthly costs make budgeting straightforward.

REDUCE UPFRONT COSTS

Security and compliance come as standard. They’re built in at the core of the technology to protect your business-critical data.

BUSINESS-CLASS TECHNOLOGY 

It could be Microsoft 365 or the effortless scalability of Azure. We’re proven experts in the platforms designed for business.

FRIENDLY, PLAIN-ENGLISH SUPPORT

It’s our job to simplify technology. If there’s a problem or query, we’re there for you — on the phone or in person at your offices.

CLOUD MIGRATION — WHY CHOOSE MATRIX?

Cloud migration can be a game-changer for business. Faster delivery times, cost reductions, greater flexibility, simplified IT, scalability…

But first, you need to get there without business disruption.

This is where our expertise works in your favour. We plan everything down to the smallest detail, design training for your staff and, most importantly, embed a dedicated project manager for a smooth, glitch-free transition.

Cyber Security is considered from the beginning, and we’re experts at it. Our two ISO accreditations — ISO27001 and ISO9001 — are a simultaneous demonstration of rigorous security risk management and excellent service.

After this we go further, because migration isn’t the finish line. The cloud is evolving. As your business grows, we make sure your functionality evolves with it.

We’re a friendly team who love to chat, so feel free to call us on 01329 888 444.  If you’d prefer to write, hit the big button below:

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CLOUD TECHNOLOGY OPTIONS

You may have already decided which cloud technology is right for your business — but if you’re not sure, or haven’t made up your mind, we’re happy to help.

Here are some options.

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Azure has flexibility at its core, and it’s infinitely scalable. It lets you expand and contract at will, increase efficiency and pivot fast in response to market changes. It’s backed by multi-layered security so your data is powerfully protected.

Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 is packed with a huge choice of product bundles, all specifically geared towards business. It’s designed for effortless collaboration and teamwork, all without compromising security. Staff can work and communicate via multiple devices from remote locations with its easy-to-use, intuitive tools.

Hybrid

If you’d like time to familiarise yourself with the cloud, this is a good way to ease yourself in gently. It’s a flexible mix of on-premise and cloud. You have the confidence and peace of mind of your existing systems, combined with some cloud services. Once you’re comfortable, you can easily move further onto the cloud.

Cloud Migration Strategy

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Your Cyber Security Checklist

Are you looking to protect your business from cyber-attacks and data breaches? Download our Cyber Security Checklist and assess your organisation’s overall level of cyber security risk.

In an effort to raise awareness of the importance of securing your IT network, business information and employees, we have created a Cyber Security Checklist to help you get an understanding of your organisation’s overall level of cyber security risk.

About Microsoft 365

As a Microsoft Solutions Partner and Cloud Technologies provider, we are qualified experts in Microsoft 365. From advice, migrations and ongoing support, we are here to help you on your cloud journey.

Most business owners and staff know of Microsoft Office 365 and are aware that this subscription-based service provides Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint. However, Microsoft Office 365 also have a number of other key benefits.

Microsoft Office 365 for businesses provides your employees with tools to collaborate securely and work from anywhere. It also reduces costs and improves operational efficiencies.

Features Include

 Be productive anywhere: Get work done and stay connected whether you’re working remotely or onsite.

 Secure your business: Help safeguard business data with built-in security features.

 Get a cost-effective solution: Streamline IT setup, management, and costs with a single productivity solution.

We also provide private and hybrid cloud solutions, including additional security bolt-ons such as Email Encryption, virus protection, anti-phishing etc.

Overview of Office 365 Business Premium

To simplify things for you we have listed below the key benefits of the most used Office 365 products:

Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher (PC Only): These are the workhorses of the Office 365 suite, the same reliable products, newly refreshed.

Exchange: Business-grade email with a 50GB storage, calendar, mailbox sharing and out-of-office assistant.

OneDrive for Business: 1 TB of storage which cleverly syncs your desktop and documents. This provides OneDrive as your personal document area, accessible from any device you have.

SharePoint: SharePoint allows a shared area for files, perfect for HR, customer information and business-critical files and folders needed by all users. If you have a server-based solution presently, then think of SharePoint as your mapped drive with a lot more features – versioning, autosave, collaboration to name a few.

Microsoft Teams: Imagine having an application that embeds Skype, Slack, WhatsApp, file sharing, and video conferencing, and is accessible from all devices. Teams consolidate several apps into one, with an amazing search function to make your data access simple and efficient.

OneNote: Capture ideas and notes and share pages with team members – OneNote is your electronic pen and paper replacement.

Customer service excellence

Good service levels persuade many business to switch to our Managed  IT Solutions

We provide a wide range of Managed IT Solutions for businesses located across Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Sussex. Many businesses choose to switch their Managed IT Services to us to benefit from our high customer service levels.

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Head – Hampshire School

Our school desperately needed an upgrade to it’s Wi-Fi network. Matrix IT handled everything for us. They found us the right technology and installed it very quickly, with no disruption. Very professional and reliable.