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We move email and Microsoft 365, file servers to SharePoint and OneDrive, on-premise servers and workloads to Azure, line-of-business apps and databases, and workloads from other clouds such as AWS and Google Cloud. Migrations are planned for minimal downtime with backups at every step, and StartCloud is a certified Microsoft Solutions Partner. 1. [Home](/) 2. [Cloud](/cloud) 3. Cloud Migration Cloud Migration # Cloud Migration Solutions, Without the Downtime Moving to the cloud should make your business simpler, not scarier. We plan and run migrations to Microsoft 365 and Azure so your data arrives intact and your team keeps working. From email and file servers to full infrastructure and enterprise systems, StartCloud handles the whole move, from assessment and planning through to cutover and ongoing management. [Plan Your Migration](/contact)[See What We Migrate](#migration-how) Why Migrate ## What You Gain by Moving to the Cloud Cloud migration is not about chasing trends. It is about lower costs, better security, and a business that can work from anywhere. ### Lower, Predictable Costs Swap big capital spend on servers for a predictable monthly cost. Stop paying to power, cool, and replace hardware, and only pay for what you actually use. ### Work From Anywhere Once your systems are in the cloud, your team works securely from the office, home, or a client site, on any device, without a clunky VPN. ### Stronger Security Cloud platforms bring enterprise-grade security within reach, with built-in backup, encryption, and monitoring that ageing on-premise kit cannot match. The Hesitation ## What Holds Businesses Back (and Why It Should Not) The reasons businesses put off a migration are real, but every one of them comes down to how the move is planned and run. ### Fear of Downtime The worry that moving to the cloud means the business grinds to a halt. Done properly, the heavy lifting happens in the background and the cutover is planned for minimal disruption. ### Worry About Data Loss Moving years of data feels risky. A proper migration maps and verifies everything, with backups at every step, so nothing is left behind. ### Never the Right Time There is always a reason to put it off. But ageing servers and end-of-life software mean the cost of waiting keeps climbing while the risk grows. What We Move ## What We Migrate Whether it is one system or your whole environment, we handle the move end to end. 1 ### Email & Microsoft 365 Move from on-premise Exchange or Google Workspace to Microsoft 365, with mailboxes, calendars, and contacts intact. 2 ### Files & Documents Migrate file servers to SharePoint and OneDrive, with permissions preserved and staff barely noticing the change. 3 ### Servers to Azure Lift on-premise servers and workloads into Azure, or re-architect them to run better and cost less in the cloud. 4 ### Apps & Databases Move line-of-business applications and databases to managed cloud services, so there is far less to patch and maintain. 5 ### From Other Clouds Already in AWS or Google Cloud and want to consolidate on Microsoft? We handle cloud-to-cloud moves too. 6 ### Security Built In Every migration includes proper security configuration, so you land in the cloud protected, not exposed. Migrating servers or infrastructure? See our [Microsoft Azure](/cloud/azure) and [Microsoft 365](/cloud/microsoft-365) services, or read our deep dive on [Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace](/resources/microsoft-365-vs-google-workspace). ![Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work](/assets/microsoft-solutions-partner-DqvNMv91.png "Microsoft Solutions Partner: Modern Work") ### Microsoft Solutions Partner Modern Work Designation StartCloud holds the Microsoft Solutions Partner designation for Modern Work, recognising our proven capability in deploying and migrating Microsoft cloud solutions for Australian businesses. Measurable Impact ## Migrations That Deliver Real Results Businesses that move to the cloud with StartCloud cut infrastructure costs, improve uptime, and lose nothing along the way. 40% Average Infrastructure Savings 99.9% Cloud Uptime Zero Data Left Behind [Start Your Migration](/contact) The StartCloud Difference ## Why Migrate with StartCloud? A migration is only as good as its planning. We take the risk and the guesswork off your plate. ### Microsoft Solutions Partner Our Modern Work designation means Microsoft has validated our expertise. Your migration is handled by an accredited team, not learned on your systems. ### Migration Specialists Moving from on-premise, Google Workspace, AWS, or GCP? We have done it many times. We assess, plan, and execute with minimal disruption to your business. ### Planned Around You Cutovers are scheduled to fit your business, often out of hours, so your team keeps working and downtime is kept to a minimum. ### Right-Sized Afterwards We do not migrate and leave. We review your cloud spend, right-size resources, and manage the environment so it stays cost-effective and secure. [Plan Your Migration](/contact) ## Cloud Migration FAQ ### How long does a cloud migration take? It depends on size and complexity. A small Microsoft 365 email move can take days; migrating file servers and line-of-business systems can take a few weeks. We assess your environment first and give you a clear timeline before anything starts. ### Will there be downtime during the migration? We plan migrations to keep downtime to a minimum. Most of the work happens in the background, and cutovers are scheduled out of hours where possible, so your team can usually keep working right through the transition. ### What can be migrated to the cloud? Email and Microsoft 365, file servers to SharePoint and OneDrive, on-premise servers and workloads to Azure, line-of-business applications and databases, and moves from other clouds like AWS or Google Cloud. ### How much do cloud migration solutions cost? It depends on scope, so we scope and quote up front rather than guess. The ongoing cloud running cost is usually lower and more predictable than maintaining ageing hardware, and we right-size it after the move so you are not overpaying. ### Do you handle enterprise cloud migrations? Yes. We handle larger, multi-system, and multi-site migrations as well as smaller moves, with planning, assessment, and change management scaled to the size of the project. ### Related Topics cloud migration solutions cloud migration Perth enterprise cloud migration cloud migration services Microsoft 365 migration Azure migration on-premise to cloud file server migration SharePoint migration cloud migration company server migration Perth ![StartCloud](/assets/StartCloud-Logo-ByZE1kzP.svg "StartCloud: Cybersecurity-First Managed IT Services Perth") Cybersecurity-led IT for Australian businesses. We manage security, compliance, and modern IT environments, so risk is governed, not guessed. 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