Cloud Consultancy

Moving to the cloud without a clear strategy leads to wasted spending, security gaps, and failed projects. Our cloud consulting services give you the guidance needed to plan migrations, design architecture, and optimise Azure and AWS environments so your cloud investment delivers results for your business.

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Clear guidance that makes cloud decisions simple with expert cloud consulting services

The Problem

Many businesses move to the cloud without proper planning, then face spiralling costs, and security problems leading projects that drag on for months. Without cloud expertise in-house it's hard to know which workloads to move, how to design architecture properly, or whether Azure, AWS, or hybrid makes sense for your needs.

The Solution

Apex provides cloud consulting that gives you a clear strategy before you invest. We assess your current systems, design the right architecture for your situation, plan migrations with realistic timelines, and show you exactly what it costs.

Architecture design for Azure, AWS, or hybrid cloud

Migration planning with testing and rollback strategies

Cost modelling and waste elimination

Security and compliance aligned to your requirements

Benefits of cloud consulting services for your business

We help you plan your cloud strategy, assess risks, and make smart decisions, all without the expense of hiring full-time cloud specialists.

Make Informed Cloud Decisions

Avoid guesswork and expensive mistakes. We assess your needs, evaluate whether Azure or AWS fits better, and design architecture that matches your requirements. You get expert recommendations based on your actual situation instead of generic advice or vendor sales pitches.

Reduce Cloud Costs Before They Spiral

Poor architecture and planning often leads to wasted cloud spending. We design cost-efficient infrastructure, identify which workloads suit cloud economics, and forecast realistic costs upfront. You know what you'll spend before committing and avoid the 30% waste typical of unplanned cloud adoption.

Access Cloud Expertise Without Hiring

Cloud architects and specialists are expensive and hard to find. Apex’s consulting gives you access to experienced cloud professionals for planning and strategy without the salary and recruitment costs, or the commitment of a full-time hire.

Plan Migrations That Actually Work

Cloud migrations fail when they’re poorly planned. Apex will assess the risks, design migration strategies with testing and rollback plans, and create realistic timelines. Your migration happens with minimal disruption, clear responsibilities, and confidence that systems will work when you cut over.

Design Security and Compliance Upfront

Security problems are expensive to fix after migration. We design cloud architecture with security built in from the start, with proper access controls, data protection, and compliance with GDPR and industry requirements. You avoid costly security retrofits and compliance violations.

What our cloud consulting services include

Practical guidance that sets a clear plan, reduces risk, and controls spend across Azure, AWS, and on-site systems.

Moving to the cloud is a big decision. We assess your current systems, understand your business goals, and create a clear cloud strategy. You get a roadmap showing which applications to move, when to move them, and realistic costs so you can plan confidently.

Service includes:

Assessment of your current infrastructure and applications
Business goals review and technology alignment
Cloud platform recommendations (Azure, AWS, or hybrid)
Multi-year roadmap with priorities and timelines

Not everything suits the cloud. We evaluate your applications, data, and infrastructure to identify what's ready to move and what needs work first. You receive a clear report showing quick wins, potential risks, and a realistic timeline for adoption.

Service includes:

Application and workload analysis for cloud suitability
Infrastructure dependencies and integration requirements
Skills gap assessment and training recommendations
Risk identification and mitigation strategies

Good architecture saves money and prevents problems. We design cloud infrastructure that fits your needs whether it’s Azure, AWS, or hybrid. You get detailed architecture diagrams, security design, and clear explanations of how everything connects and why it's built that way.

Service includes:

Detailed architecture diagrams and documentation
Platform selection guidance (Azure, AWS, hybrid)
Network design and connectivity planning
Scalability and resilience planning

Cloud migrations need careful planning to avoid disruption. We assess which applications to migrate first, design the migration approach, identify risks, and create detailed plans with testing procedures. You get a proven migration roadmap your team can follow confidently.

Service includes:

Application prioritisation and migration wave planning
Migration approach for each workload (rehost, refactor, rebuild)
Risk assessment and rollback strategies
Detailed migration runbooks and procedures

Security needs designing upfront, not fixing afterwards. We design cloud security architecture that protects your data and meets compliance requirements like GDPR. You get security blueprints, access control designs, and compliance documentation that are ready before you build anything.

Service includes:

Security architecture design and controls
Compliance requirements mapping (GDPR, industry standards)
Identity and access management design
Data protection and encryption strategy

Cloud costs spiral without proper planning. We analyse your requirements, design cost-efficient architecture, and show you realistic spending forecasts. You’ll understand what you'll pay before committing, and get recommendations to avoid the waste typical of poorly planned cloud adoption.

Service includes:

Cost modelling and spending forecasts
Resource sizing recommendations
Reserved capacity and savings plan guidance
Cost allocation and tagging strategy

Using multiple cloud platforms or keeping some systems on-premises requires careful planning. We design strategies that work across Azure, AWS, and your existing infrastructure. You get clear guidance on what goes where and how everything connects securely.

Service includes:

Multi-cloud or hybrid architecture design
Workload placement recommendations
Integration and connectivity planning
Vendor management and governance strategy

Why choose Apex Computing for cloud consulting services?

Planning cloud adoption needs expertise most businesses don't have. Here's why Manchester and UK businesses choose Apex for cloud consulting.

Multi-Platform Experience Without Vendor Bias

We work with both Azure and AWS regularly, so we recommend what actually fits your needs rather than what earns us the biggest commission. You get honest advice on which platform suits your workloads, costs, and team skills. No sales pressure, just practical guidance.

Manchester-Based Team You Can Actually Meet

Our consultants are based in Manchester, not offshore or hundreds of miles away. You can meet face-to-face when needed rather than just video calls with distant consultants. We understand UK business challenges, timezones, and regulatory requirements like GDPR from firsthand experience.

Proven Experience With Real Projects

We've designed cloud strategies and migration plans for Manchester and UK businesses across finance, legal, manufacturing, and retail. You benefit from lessons learned through actual projects; what works, what fails, and how to avoid the expensive mistakes we've seen others make.

Clear Communication, Not Consultant Jargon

We explain cloud decisions in plain English without technical buzzwords. You'll understand why we're recommending specific approaches, what the tradeoffs are, and what it means for your business. No confusing acronyms or vague promises, just straightforward advice you can act on.