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“Move to the cloud” means different things for different systems. Email belongs in Microsoft 365. Your accounting package might be happiest on a private cloud server. And some things are still best left on site. Our cloud consulting gives you honest advice on what to move, where to move it and what it will really cost, then handles the migration so your staff barely notice.
What we help with
Cloud readiness review
We look at your servers, applications, data and internet connections, and tell you what’s ready to move and what isn’t.
Email to Microsoft 365
Moves from on-premises Exchange, Google Workspace or another Microsoft 365 tenant. More on Microsoft 365.
File servers to SharePoint and OneDrive
Shared drives moved into SharePoint, Teams and OneDrive, with sensible structure and permissions.
Servers to private cloud
Line-of-business servers moved into our private cloud in an Equinix data centre in Sydney.
Workloads to Microsoft Azure
Where Azure is the right fit, we design, migrate and manage it, with cost controls in place.
Hybrid set-ups
A mix of cloud and on-site systems that work together, when that’s what suits you best.
Honest advice, not a sales pitch
The cloud isn’t automatically cheaper or better. We’ll compare the real monthly costs of each option against what you spend today, and if keeping a system where it is makes more sense, we’ll say so. We’d rather you keep your money in your pocket than move something for the sake of it.
How a migration works
1. Assess
We review your systems and agree what moves where.
2. Plan
We set the order, timing and cut-over dates, with clear pricing.
3. Prepare
We build the destination, set up security and test with a pilot group.
4. Migrate
We move data and systems, usually after hours, to avoid disruption.
5. Support
We help your staff on day one and tidy up old systems afterwards.
Security from day one
A migration is the best time to get security right. We set up multi-factor authentication, Conditional Access, backup and device management as part of the move. See Microsoft 365 Security.
Why choose STS for cloud consulting
Good cloud consulting starts with honest questions about cost, security and how your staff work. We’ve been moving Sydney businesses to new platforms since 1999, from email to Microsoft 365 to full server migrations. Our cloud consulting covers the whole journey: advice, planning, migration and support afterwards, so nothing is left half-finished.
What our clients say
“Their expertise spans across network security, hardware provisioning, cloud solutions, and proactive cyber security management and training.”
Matts D., Google review
“The service Adam and his staff provide have kept our business running smoothly, professionally and importantly with no lost production time.”
Robert S., Google review
STS is rated 4.8★ on Google. Read more client reviews.
Frequently asked questions
Should we move everything to the cloud?
Not necessarily. Email and files almost always belong in Microsoft 365, but some applications run better, or cheaper, on a private cloud server or even on site. We’ll recommend what fits.
Will there be downtime?
We plan migrations to avoid disruption, usually moving data after hours and cutting over when your staff are offline.
How long does a migration take?
A small email migration can be done in days; a full move of servers and files takes longer. You’ll get a timeline before we start.
Where will our data be stored?
We can keep your data in Australia: in Microsoft’s Australian regions or in our private cloud in Sydney.
How much does it cost?
It depends on the size and number of systems. After a review we give you clear, fixed pricing for the migration.
Who is cloud consulting for?
Our cloud consulting suits businesses with ageing servers, staff who need to work from anywhere, or rising IT costs. If you’re unsure what to do next, cloud consulting gives you a clear, costed plan.
Do we have to use you for the migration after cloud consulting?
No. You’re free to use the plan however you like, although most clients ask us to carry out the migration once they’ve seen the cloud consulting recommendations.
Plan your move to the cloud
Call (02) 8212 4722 or send us a message for honest advice on your options.