Future proof your investment of infrastructure through the enablement of a hybrid cloud strategy.
Work with us to determine which workload best resides where and leverage the flexibility of a hybrid cloud solution. Whether it is backup archive, storage, or compute workloads, we have a solution to enable your cloud journey.
Guide: 10-Point Checklist for Moving to the Cloud
First, establish your organization’s reason for why you are moving to the cloud. Like all projects, moving to the cloud requires clear goals, objectives, project leads, and partners.
By doing a performance analysis of your current on-prem infrastructure, you can evaluate the different options available to help future project performance and total cost of operation. A comprehensive assessment will help you identify which cloud option best meets your business needs at the lowest cost.
Third-party software vendor support is important to consider because many critical business applications have strict requirements around the infrastructure they support. Therefore, it is vital to determine the cloud readiness of each application and the potential impact on licensing.
Cloud service providers offer different deployment models including public, private, hybrid, and hosted. Each model has different levels of flexibility, control, and price points. Understanding the differences between each model can help you determine which one is best for your unique business challenges.
A thorough understanding of the SLA is crucial, as it outlines the performance level you can expect. Make sure any SLA is crystal clear on the issue resolution process and expected timeframes, and guarantees a quick response time so your systems stay up and running.
It is important that you review the minimum operating system requirements and ensure your OS is in alignment with IBM’s “end of life” schedule. Any partner you work with should have a thorough understanding of the IBM iSeries support lifecycle and guarantee that your OS is properly supported in the cloud
Make sure you are clear on your partner’s backup and recovery strategy to ensure the IBM disaster recovery solutions meet your RTO and RPO needs. Your partner should map your defined RTO and RPO requirements to your SLA, to ensure they are met.
RTO (Recovery Time Objective): RTO is the targeted duration of time in which your business process must be restored after an interruption in order to avoid a major business impact.
RPO (Recovery Point Objective): RPO is defined as the maximum period of time in which your data can be lost without having a major impact on your business. RPO is often 4 hours, 8 hours or 24 hours.
Many ERP software providers’ licensing does not fit the cloud model, so a detailed review of the ERP’s licensing clause is required. Keep an eye out for incremental charges and make sure the licensing allows you to run a production or target instance in the cloud. Confirm that your cloud partner will facilitate a proactive discussion with your ERP provider if any questions/concerns or additional costs are uncovered.
In most cases, cloud computing is MORE secure than an on-prem solution. The cloud provider should have highly-trained security specialists on staff utilizing the most updated security software. However, make sure your company is covered, as every industry has laws and regulations such SSAE 16/SOC 1 and 2, HIPAA, Gramm-Leach-Bliley, and Sarbanes-Oxley that require different controls and protections around data.
Maintain control of your data and operations by having a clearly defined exit strategy. Your partner should work with you to provide a documented process to gain a complete copy of your data along with a plan to migrate all applications to a separate system. Agreements should take into consideration your short-term and long-term business needs which may impact the length of the term, along with the general terms and conditions.
Benefits of Cloud Services
- Scalable and flexible solutions to meet your changing needs, and you can access them from anywhere with an internet connection
- Cost-effective services that are priced competitively, and you only pay for the resources you use
- Expertise and support from an experienced team of experts and can provide support 24/7 support
- Predictable and fixed monthly costs based on provisioned resources
- Access on-demand capacity on heterogeneous technology platforms
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Cost Efficency
Streamline IT expenditures while maintaining the highest level of service quality. Our team is dedicated to architecting, proactively monitoring, and maintaining your systems, alleviating the burden on your employees, and ensuring optimal system performance. This approach not only reduces costs associated with in-house IT management but also grants you access to cutting-edge tools and expertise that can propel your business forward.
Enhanced Reliability
With Meridian IT's comprehensive approach, you can safeguard your business against unforeseen disruptions, confident in the knowledge that your infrastructure is fortified to withstand challenges. Meridian IT's Infrastructure Services not only enhance reliability but also provide peace of mind, allowing you to focus on driving your business forward while we safeguard your digital assets.
Greater Agility
Whether you're experiencing growth, downsizing, or simply need to pivot quickly, Meridian IT's seasoned experts are here to architect, proactively monitor, and maintain your systems. This adaptability not only ensures that your IT infrastructure aligns seamlessly with your organizational goals but also enhances your competitive edge so you can focus on strategic initiatives.
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