Migrate Windows Apps to the Cloud for Savings, Efficiency, and Performance
Migrating Windows apps to AWS Cloud lets you save money while increasing efficiency and performance. In this document, you'll discover how to make migration easier with the AWS Migration Acceleration Program (MAP).
Why should agencies migrate Windows apps to the cloud?
Migrating Windows applications to the cloud can provide significant advantages for government agencies, including cost savings, improved efficiency, and enhanced performance. A study by IDC found that organizations running Windows workloads on AWS achieved an average value of $157,300 per 100 users per year, translating to $6.59 million per organization. Additionally, agencies can expect an average five-year return on investment of 442 percent and a break-even point in about nine months.
What factors should agencies consider when choosing a cloud provider?
When selecting a cloud provider, agencies should evaluate experience, performance, and pricing. For instance, AWS has been running Windows applications for 12 years and has demonstrated superior performance, with SQL Server workloads running nearly twice as efficiently and up to 40 percent better price performance compared to Azure. Agencies should also consider the provider's ability to support their specific migration needs.
How can agencies effectively plan their migration to the cloud?
Agencies should follow a structured migration process that includes assessing their readiness for cloud operations, creating a detailed migration plan, and validating applications post-migration. The AWS Migration Acceleration Program (MAP) offers a framework that includes assessing readiness, mobilizing a migration plan, and migrating and modernizing applications. It's essential to analyze workloads thoroughly to avoid transferring inefficiencies from on-premises to the cloud, as studies indicate that organizations can save 30 to 60 percent by right-sizing workloads before migration.
Migrate Windows Apps to the Cloud for Savings, Efficiency, and Performance
published by KarimiConsulting
KarimiConsulting is a team of highly skilled and dedicated AWS Cloud professionals. We are enrolled in the Amazon Partner Network(APN) as a Select Tier consultant.
We work with our clients to migrate their existing applications and infrastructure to AWS, and then secure, optimize, and manage the AWS environment.
For new migrations, we ensure that your AWS account is configured according to AWS best practices. Existing AWS accounts are taken through a well-architected framework review to enhance the architecture and efficiency of the cloud infrastructure.
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