{"id":3227,"date":"2021-12-20T13:08:20","date_gmt":"2021-12-20T18:08:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/netsurit.com\/en-us\/?p=3227"},"modified":"2025-06-25T05:37:19","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T09:37:19","slug":"cloud-migration-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/netsurit.com\/en-us\/cloud-migration-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Cloud Application Migration Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s no one-size-fits-all approach for moving applications to the cloud, but there are several steps you can take that will help you ensure business continuity. This cloud migration checklist can serve as a framework to help you avoid common missteps as you move data to the cloud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s Recap: Why Are Businesses Migrating to Cloud Services?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Optimizing your IT helps your business stay agile and respond to changes in the market and stay relevant for your customers<\/strong>. Moving to the cloud can help your systems run at peak efficiency and reduce employee frustration over outdated technology. That\u2019s why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eweek.com\/cloud\/the-new-focus-on-cloudops-how-enterprise-cloud-migration-can-succeed\/\">most companies have transitioned an average of 20-40% of their data to the cloud<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An on-site data center also takes up space in your business and uses a lot of energy in the process. Cloud storage can help you optimize your software performance and <a href=\"https:\/\/assets.kpmg\/content\/dam\/kpmg\/pdf\/2015\/11\/cloud-economics.pdf\">save you money and time<\/a> on your data storage strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many factors to consider when moving to the cloud, and it can be overwhelming trying to decide where to start, especially if you don&#8217;t have the experts you need on staff. Luckily, you don\u2019t have to make the transition all at once. Many companies opt for a mixture of public cloud, private cloud, and traditional hardware for their data storage strategy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cloud Migration Checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many <a href=\"https:\/\/netsurit.com\/en-us\/why-small-business-should-really-use-information-technology\/\">small and medium-sized businesses <\/a>rely on a third-party vendor for their migration strategies. A Managed Service Provider (MSP) can help you assess your current IT infrastructure and offer proven solutions that work for your industry. Here\u2019s how the process works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Analyze Your Business<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s crucial to have a <strong>firm grasp of your company&#8217;s current IT infrastructure<\/strong> before you establish baseline goals you want to accomplish with your migration plan. To start with, you\u2019ll need a comprehensive list of all the technologies you use for your business, and <a href=\"https:\/\/netsurit.com\/en-us\/the-art-of-measuring-your-it-department-and-how-it-can-help-you-reach-your-long-term-goals\/\">assess how well they are currently performing<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then, look for key areas you\u2019d like to optimize and decide how to accomplish it. <strong>Create a list of key performance indicators<\/strong>, such as loading times, response rate, availability, CPU usage, and employee conversion rates for new processes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, how would a full lift and shift of all your applications to the cloud affect your business processes? If your application would do well on the cloud, you need to decide if a public, private, or multi-cloud approach is suitable. Does your company have the capability to create a private cloud, or do you need to outsource?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Define Your Requirements\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you can start planning your migration process, <strong>you need to understand what it is your business needs and expects<\/strong> from a vendor. You\u2019ll want to explore four main areas: technology requirements, operational requirements, security requirements, and cloud cost requirements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some industries have very strict requirements to meet, such as healthcare providers and financial institutions. A <a href=\"https:\/\/netsurit.com\/en-us\/managed-it-services-pricing-breakdown\/\">managed service provider<\/a> with experience in your industry is more likely to have solutions to meet your specialized needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have gathered your requirements, you\u2019ll have the information you need to start comparing cloud vendors. In some cases, you may find that your current applications will need to be rebuilt in order to operate on the cloud efficiently.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-cta_box\" id=\"cta\">\n                     <h3 class=\"h2-ll\" style=\"text-align: center\">PWM Didn\u2019t Let Legacy Systems Hold Back its Move to the Cloud<\/h3>\n                     <p style=\"text-align: center\">Netsurit made migrating complex, on-premises technologies to the cloud surprisingly easy.<\/p>\n                     <p style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/netsurit.com\/en-us\/resources\/case-studies\/\">Learn More<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find the Right Cloud Vendor<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Creating your own cloud infrastructure <strong>requires a knowledgeable team that can help you allocate resources effectively<\/strong>. However, companies with strict regulations may require a private cloud setup in order to stay compliant.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An MSP can help you find the best cloud service for your company, as well as prepare an application migration to cloud checklist to streamline the shift.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, and Microsoft Azure are the leaders of the pack when it comes to data migration into a public cloud. Each has its own advantages and drawbacks, and an IT specialist can help you determine the best solution for your needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create a Disaster Recovery Plan and Ensuring Business Continuity<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hosting data and applications on the cloud has many benefits, but it isn\u2019t without its risks. You\u2019ll need to <strong>define strict security protocols and train your employees<\/strong> to use these new processes. Additionally, you\u2019ll need to organize secure data backups and create a disaster recovery plan to ensure business continuity in the event of a breach.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Working with an MSP will help you form a security strategy and streamline the migration process so you don\u2019t interrupt your business operations in the process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shift Operations to the Cloud Environment<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once your plan is in place, it\u2019s time to make the move to the cloud. But you don\u2019t have to do it alone. Netsurit offers<strong> complete end-to-end support for all of our clients<\/strong>, so you can control all aspects of the transition with just one vendor, on one invoice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prepare a Customized Cloud Migration Checklist With Netsurit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Effective planning is at the heart of successful cloud migration and you cannot afford to skimp on planning. It\u2019s vital to prepare a detailed checklist of items that must be legislated for <em>before<\/em> shifting data and applications.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/netsurit.com\/en-us\/contact\/\">Talk to a cloud expert<\/a> at Netsurit today to understand the challenges businesses commonly face and how you can avoid them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s no one-size-fits-all approach for moving applications to the cloud, but there are several steps you can take that will help you ensure business continuity. This cloud migration checklist can serve as a framework to help you avoid common missteps as you move data to the cloud. 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