Phase 1: Getting Ready – Building a Solid Game Plan
Every big win starts with a strong foundation. The Preparation Phase is all about figuring out why you’re moving to the cloud (maybe you want to cut costs or scale faster) and taking stock of what you’re working with.
What to Do:
Define Your Goals: Are you chasing lower costs or faster innovation? Nail down what success looks like, including metrics like Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
Take Inventory: Look at your apps and data to decide what’s critical and can wait.
Spot Risks Early: Check for security gaps, compliance issues, or tech that might not play nice in the cloud.
Why SAM AI Solutions?
At SAM AI, we don’t just hand you a generic checklist. Our Cloud Consulting team digs deep, using tools like AWS Well-Architected or Azure’s migration frameworks to map your unique path. With AI-powered analytics, we catch potential headaches—like sprawling data or getting stuck with one vendor—before they become problems.
Phase 2: Planning – Charting the Course Ahead
Now that you’ve got the lay of the land, it’s time to plan your route. The Planning Phase turns your insights into a strategy built to last.
Key Steps:
Pick Your Approach: Will you “lift and shift” (move things as-is) or go all-in on cloud-native designs? We call this the 6Rs Strategy.
Budget Smart: Use tools like AWS Cost Explorer or Azure Cost Management to predict costs and avoid surprises.
Stay Compliant: Ensure you’re meeting regulations like GDPR or HIPAA so you don’t get caught off guard.
Why SAM AI Solutions?
Our Cloud Migration experts craft plans that blend hybrid and multi-cloud setups so your business keeps humming. Plus, we use Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to speed up tricky integrations with older systems, often cutting timelines by 40%. It’s like giving your migration a turbo boost!
Phase 3: Making the Move – Keeping Things Smooth
Here’s where the rubber meets the road. The Migration Phase is when you shift your data and apps to the cloud. It’s also when risks like data loss, downtime, or security hiccups can rear their heads.
How to Stay on Track: Move-in Chunks: Transfer data gradually with tools like AWS Snowball or Azure Data Box to keep things manageable.
Test as You Go: Run apps in a staging environment to catch issues before they go live.
Double-Check Everything: Use AI tools to verify that your data is intact and meets compliance rules.
Why SAM AI Solutions?
Our Cloud Optimisation approach closely monitors your migration with real-time monitoring and FinOps strategies. This helped one retail client pull off a migration with zero downtime during their busiest sales season. We also cut downtime by 30% on average, so you’re not left scrambling.
Phase 4: Going Live – Flipping the Switch with Confidence
The Cutover Phase is the big moment when your business officially runs on the cloud. You’ll redirect traffic, test everything, and say goodbye to old systems.
Smart Moves: Seamless Switch: Use load balancers or DNS failover to keep users happy during the transition.
Test Thoroughly: Check that apps, APIs, and user workflows are running smoothly post-switch.
Why SAM AI Solutions?
Our Project-Oriented Delivery keeps everyone on the same page, and our onshore/offshore teams provide round-the-clock support during this critical phase. It’s like having a pit crew for your cloud race.
Phase 5: Thriving in the Cloud – Making It Work Long-Term
You’re live—congrats! But the work doesn’t stop. The Operation & Optimization Phase fine-tuns your cloud setup to save money and stay agile.
Ways to Shine:
Trim the Fat: Adjust resources like VM instances or storage to match your needs.
Go Serverless: Use tools like AWS Lambda or Azure Functions to scale effortlessly.
Keep Costs in Check: Set up tagging and reserved instances to avoid bill shock.
Why SAM AI Solutions?
We use AI and ML insights to spot wasted resources, helping clients cut cloud costs by up to 35%. Our Cloud Optimisation framework ensures 99.9% uptime, so your business runs like a well-oiled machine while hitting sustainability targets.
Why SAM AI Solutions Stands Out
Cloud migration isn’t a one-and-done deal—it’s a journey that shapes your business’s future.
With SAM AI Solutions, you get:
Full Support: From Cloud Consulting to RPA-as-a-Service, we’ve got every step covered.
Forward-Thinking Tech: Our AI/ML and cloud-native development keep you ahead of the curve.
Affordable Growth: Our flexible onshore/offshore model fits your budget without cutting corners.