Your 2022 guide to migrating SQL Server to Microsoft Azure
As Microsoft SQL Server 2012 is reaching its end of life on July 12, 2022, businesses still using the service will have to upgrade their SQL server to a more recent instance or migrate to Microsoft Azure. If businesses do not upgrade or migrate, they will no longer receive essential security updates, leaving them vulnerable […]
Azure Virtual Desktop vs. Windows 365: Which is right for your business?
There are many digital technologies that can support businesses in moving to hybrid work models. Microsoft has two technologies designed to enable effective hybrid work through moving desktops to the cloud, Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365. Both solutions can provide a full Windows 10/11 desktop experience over the internet, but some key differences will […]
Harness the power of AI in your business with Microsoft Azure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are undoubtably some of the greatest technological advancements of the past decade. Although AI has technically been in use for many years, it is only recently that businesses have truly harnessed the power of AI to deliver better business outcomes. AI may seem like it is only feasible […]
What Azure Active Directory can do for your business
With the move to hybrid work, it is essential that employees can work effectively and securely from anywhere, on any device. To make this possible, businesses need a comprehensive identity and access management solution. One solution is to have an on-premises active directory that employees can use a VPN to connect to, however, many businesses […]
How moving to the cloud can benefit not-for-profit organisations
Over the past two years, many not-for-profit organisations have adopted new digital technologies to enable remote and hybrid work. This may have been the implementation of Microsoft Teams to communicate during COVID, or other solutions that enable NFPs to deliver essential services. These technologies are the first step in the journey of moving to the […]
5 steps to ensure a successful Azure migration
There are many ways that businesses use cloud technologies in 2022, with everything from cloud storage to big data analytics. Over the past two years, the rise in remote and hybrid working has increased trust and understanding of the public cloud, and it is predicted that many businesses will migrate more workloads to the cloud […]
3 ways your business could benefit from Azure Virtual Desktop
Regardless of the industry your business operates in, it is essential that employees are able to access the applications and IT systems required to be productive and work effectively. The advent of remote and hybrid working has presented a challenge for businesses as employees need to be able to securely access these applications and IT […]
How to get the most out of the Azure Cloud
The Azure Cloud offers businesses of all sizes and industries functionality that can increase productivity and enable innovation whilst decreasing overall costs. This may be through replacing existing physical infrastructure or making use of next generation technologies such as AI and machine learning. However, migrating to the Azure Cloud does not guarantee cost savings as […]
Migrating to the Cloud: What to expect when migrating to Azure
Many businesses rely on some form of legacy on-premises infrastructure that they own, host, or manage. These systems or servers may have been introduced recently, or over a decade ago, and likely were effective in getting the job done for a period of time. However, the IT industry has changed rapidly, and businesses require flexibility […]
How Azure Virtual Desktop can improve your security posture
One of the key challenges businesses have faced over the past 18 months of remote and hybrid working has been how to maintain a strong security posture whilst employees are not physically in the office. When employees work from an office space it is easier to manage the environment as it consistent and has more […]