The Seven Rs of Cloud Migration

The Seven Rs of Cloud Migration

Cloud migration is a critical process for organizations looking to take advantage of the benefits of cloud computing. However, the process of moving to the cloud can be complex and challenging, requiring careful planning and execution. The 7 R’s of cloud migration is a framework that provides a roadmap for successful cloud migration.

What are the 7 R’s of cloud migration?

Reassess: Assess your current infrastructure and determine which resources can be moved to the cloud.
Refactor: Refactor your applications to make them compatible with cloud environments and take advantage of cloud services.
Replatform: Replace legacy systems with cloud-native platforms to take advantage of the scalability and flexibility of the cloud.
Repurchase: Evaluate your current software and hardware licenses and determine which ones can be replaced with cloud-based solutions.
Retain: Retain critical data and applications that are essential for your business operations.
Retire: Retire legacy systems and applications that are no longer needed in the cloud environment.
Recycle: Recycle unused assets and reduce the amount of waste generated during the migration process.

This seven-step process can help your organization successfully complete a cloud migration. This process provides several benefits including:

  • Better planning – By following the 7 R’s of cloud migration, organizations can ensure that they have a clear and comprehensive plan for moving to the cloud.
  • Cost reduction – By re-evaluating software and hardware licenses, organizations can reduce costs by replacing expensive licenses with cloud-based solutions.
  • Increased Flexibility – Refactoring applications to take advantage of cloud services can increase flexibility and allow organizations to respond to changing business needs more quickly.
  • Improved Security – By retiring legacy systems and applications, organizations can reduce the attack surface and improve security in the cloud.
  • Increased Scalability – Replacing legacy systems with cloud-native platforms can increase scalability and make it easier to respond to changing business needs.
  • Better Management – By reassessing their infrastructure, organizations can determine which resources can be moved to the cloud, making it easier to manage their infrastructure.
  • Better Environment – By recycling unused assets and reducing waste, organizations can help reduce their environmental impact and promote sustainability.

In conclusion, the 7 R’s of cloud migration provides a roadmap for successful cloud migration. By following these steps, organizations can ensure that they have a clear and comprehensive plan for moving to the cloud, reducing costs, increasing flexibility, improving security, and promoting sustainability.

If you are considering a move to the cloud, it’s important to understand the 7 R’s of cloud migration and how they can help you achieve your goals. Contact us today to get started with your cloud journey.

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Jennifer Vosburgh
Jennifer Vosburgh is a seasoned Marketing and Communications professional. With over 15 years of experience, she has a strong background in Marketing, Communications, and Event Management. As Vice President of Tego Data Systems in Raleigh, NC, Jennifer is responsible for delivering full-scale Marketing Campaigns across all platforms including website, email, social media, events, and more.

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