Migrating Hyper V servers to Microsoft Azure for a Leading Real Estate Provider

The client is a leading real estate provider in the United States. To address the client’s need for a disaster recovery and cloud failover strategy while dealing with 28% of legacy operating systems, SNP Technologies was approached to implement a comprehensive plan that ensures both protection and modernization of their infrastructure. Here’s a structured approach to tackling these challenges:

SNP Technologies’ comprehensive approach to the client's cloud assessment and migration strategy has led to significant improvements in the stability, security, and performance of their workloads running on Azure IaaS. Here’s a detailed overview of the implementation and its benefits:

Cloud Assessment: Conducted a thorough evaluation of the existing infrastructure to identify workloads suitable for migration and determine any potential challenges associated with the transition.

Hybrid Cloud Strategy: Developed a roadmap that outlined steps for implementing a hybrid cloud strategy, which allows the client to leverage both on-premises and Azure resources effectively.

Azure Governance: Established governance policies to manage Azure subscriptions, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements. This includes setting up role-based access controls (RBAC) to enforce secured access management for Azure resources.

Cost Management: Implemented Azure Cost Management tools to provide insights into resource utilization and spending, enabling the client to optimize costs and allocate resources efficiently.

Azure Security Center: A centralized view of security across Azure resources, enabling the client to identify vulnerabilities and take corrective actions.

Azure Log Analytics: For monitoring and analyzing log data, enhancing the ability to detect and respond to security incidents.

Implemented Application Gateways: To manage incoming traffic and enhance application performance while ensuring security through Web Application Firewall (WAF) capabilities.

Deployed Azure Network Watcher: To monitor and diagnose network issues, providing visibility into the performance and health of the network infrastructure.

Achieved seamless hybrid connectivity by establishing a secure link between the Azure Virtual Network and the client's private cloud. This setup enables efficient data transfer and resource sharing between on-premises and cloud environments.

Expected Benefits:

• Enhanced Stability: The hybrid cloud strategy allows for better load balancing and resource management, contributing to improved workload stability and performance.
• Improved Security Posture: The implementation of a unified security framework and governance policies significantly strengthens the client’s security posture, reducing risks associated with data breaches and compliance failures.
• Cost Efficiency: By leveraging cost management tools, the client can monitor and optimize spending, leading to more effective use of resources and reduced operational costs.
• Operational Agility: The hybrid connectivity allows the client to quickly adapt to changing business needs, enabling rapid scaling and deployment of resources as required.
• Data-Driven Insights: The use of Azure Log Analytics and monitoring tools provides valuable insights that empower the client to make informed decisions about their cloud infrastructure and operations.

Through SNP Technologies’ strategic approach to cloud migration and the implementation of Azure governance and security measures, the client is well-positioned to achieve enhanced stability, security, and performance for their workloads. This hybrid cloud strategy not only safeguards critical operations but also aligns with the organization’s overall policies and objectives, paving the way for future growth and innovation. If you need further details or specific recommendations, feel free to ask!