Getting your IT infrastructure cloud ready
Do you want your business to be more flexible, cost-effective, and scalable? If the answer is yes, you need to be cloud ready.
Moving the cloud can also help you with other important factors such as regulatory compliance, easier data access for employees, and more efficient ways of working.
Here are our top tips to get your IT infrastructure ready for the cloud.
Evaluate the Infrastructure You Have Now
Start by evaluating your current IT setup, this will determine if data and apps are appropriate for cloud migration. The right migration approach for your business, such as; rehosting, re-platforming, or refactoring, will be revealed by this assessment.
Backup Existing Data
Make sure that every server and machine in use has had a complete backup before starting the migration. This prevents data loss during the transfer and enables recovery, if any problems do occur. Create both onsite and offsite backups for an added layer of security.
You should always follow the 3-2-1 rule for data backup
Verify Licensing Requirements
Verify the compatibility of each software license with a cloud environment. When moving to the cloud, some licenses might have restrictions or need to be modified. Speaking with software providers can help clarify requirements and avoid future problems with compliance once the relocation has taken place.
How Much Storage Do You Need?
Assessing the amount of data and apps that need to be moved will tell you how much cloud storage you need. To handle future expansion and avoid performance bottlenecks, we also recommend allocating slightly more storage than is required at the time of migration too.
Implement Robust Security Measures
When it comes to cloud environments, security is critical.
Be mindful of the following actions:
- Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Lowers the possibility of unwanted access by requiring two forms of authentication, improving account security.
- Malware and antivirus protection: Use an all-encompassing security solution to guard against malevolent attacks and update these tools frequently to fix emerging vulnerabilities or exposure.
- Data Encryption: To prevent unwanted access to sensitive information, make sure data is encrypted while it is in transit and at its final destination.
Adhere to UK Cybersecurity Standards
Cybersecurity standards including the Cyber Essentials certification, should be followed by all UK businesses to safeguard them. This government-sponsored program sets out basic security precautions to guard against frequent online dangers. Obtaining this certification may be necessary for some contracts and shows an ongoing dedication to cybersecurity.
Migrating to the cloud with Softext
We can help you migrate your IT systems to the cloud with our managed IT support and cloud hosting services. Please get in touch and a member of our team will help you navigate the process.