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Cloud Migration Solutions

Moving to the cloud shouldn't mean downtime, data loss, or spiralling costs. We plan migrations carefully, test everything before cutover, and move your systems in phases so your business keeps running.

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Reduce risk and downtime with cloud migration solutions

The Problem

Your servers are ageing, costs are climbing, and remote access is clunky. The cloud solves these problems, but getting there means moving systems that your business relies on every day. Take them offline during migration and staff can't work, but rush the cutover and things break. And if you miss dependencies between applications and you're troubleshooting problems for weeks.

The Solution

At Apex, we've done this enough to know where problems hide. We assess your systems, map how they connect, and test everything in a parallel environment before go-live. Migrations happen in stages during off-hours with rollback plans ready. You get fixed pricing and a migration that doesn't disrupt your business.

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We map your systems and dependencies before anything moves
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Testing happens in stages so problems get caught early
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Parallel environments mean your business keeps running during tests
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One fixed price covering migration, data transfer, licensing, and support

Benefits of cloud migration solutions for your business
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Replace Unpredictable Hardware Costs With Fixed Monthly Fees

Ageing servers and emergency hardware replacements mean unpredictable spending. Cloud migration shifts you to fixed monthly costs with no surprise bills when equipment fails. We map your current spending, show where cloud saves money, and give you the exact monthly cost before migration starts.
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Scale Resources When You Need Them, Not Months Later

On-premises infrastructure means ordering servers and waiting for delivery. Cloud scales up for demand spikes and down when it drops. Your systems handle peak traffic without crashing, new projects launch without procurement delays, and you pay only for what you actually use.
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Built-In Disaster Recovery Without a Second Data Centre

Cloud providers replicate your data across multiple regions automatically. Hardware failures get handled without you noticing, backups happen continuously, and you get 99.9% uptime guarantees. Disasters that would have meant days offline now mean minutes, without maintaining expensive backup infrastructure.
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Access Systems From Anywhere Without VPN Headaches

Cloud-based applications work from any device with internet access—no slow VPNs, no data sitting on laptops. Staff access the same systems whether at the office, home, or travelling. New starters get access in minutes, and you revoke access immediately when someone leaves.
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Access Advanced Technologies Without the Build Costs

Cloud platforms offer AI, machine learning, and analytics that would cost hundreds of thousands on-premises. Test new features in minutes, shut them down if they don't work, and launch without lengthy procurement. You compete with larger businesses using the same technology without their infrastructure costs.

What our cloud migration solutions include

Practical planning and delivery that move workloads to the cloud with low risk, clear costs, and steady performance.

We review what you currently have such as servers, applications, databases, and map how they connect to each other. This shows which systems are ready to move, which need work first, and where problems might appear during migration. You get a clear report with priorities, estimated costs, and a realistic timeline.

 

Service includes:

 

  • Full inventory of your servers, applications, and data
  • Dependency mapping showing what connects to what
  • Risk assessment identifying potential migration issues
  • Cost estimate with no hidden surprises

We design how your systems will work in Azure or AWS and decide the best approach for each application. Some move as-is, others need adjusting for cloud. The roadmap shows what migrates first, what depends on what else, and when each phase happens. Everyone knows their role before work starts.

 

Service includes:

 

  • Cloud architecture designed for Azure or AWS
  • Migration strategy chosen for each application
  • Phased roadmap showing order and timing
  • Clear ownership so everyone knows who does what

We migrate in phases with pilots tested before anything goes live. Databases and applications move with data integrity checks at every stage. Tested rollback plans are ready if problems appear. Your staff keep working while systems switch over, and we confirm performance matches or exceeds what you had on-premises.

 

Service includes:

 

  • Pilot migrations tested before full cutover
  • Data integrity verification at every stage
  • Tested rollback plans ready if issues arise
  • Parallel running so your business keeps operating

We configure secure access with multi-factor authentication and single sign-on so staff use the same credentials for cloud systems. Access policies are set based on job role, and staff get the permissions they need. When someone leaves, we revoke access immediately across all cloud services.

 

Service includes:

 

  • Multi-factor authentication and single sign-on setup
  • Role-based access policies matching your security needs
  • Immediate access removal when staff leave
  • Centralised control making audits straightforward

Testing covers performance, data integrity, and business processes before cutover. We schedule switches during quiet periods with staff ready to support. Data gets validated, applications get tested, and users confirm everything works as expected. If problems appear, we roll back immediately and fix issues before the next attempt.

 

Service includes:

 

  • Performance testing before systems go live
  • Cutover scheduled during off-peak hours
  • User acceptance testing to confirm everything works
  • Immediate rollback if issues appear during cutover

We set up monitoring tools, rightsize resources based on actual usage, and train your team on managing cloud costs. Monthly reviews show where money is being spent and how to optimise further. If usage increases, we scale up. If it drops, we scale down so you're not paying for resources nobody uses.

 

Service includes:

 

  • Monitoring tools configured to track performance and costs
  • Resources rightsized based on actual usage patterns
  • Training for your team on managing cloud environments
  • Monthly reviews showing spending and optimisation opportunities

Why choose Apex Computing for cloud migration solutions?

You need a migration that doesn't disrupt your business, stays within budget, and actually delivers the benefits promised. Here's how we're different. 

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Experience with migrations across Manchester and UK businesses

We've migrated businesses in finance, manufacturing, and professional services without taking them offline. Every migration follows our tested approach; assessment, pilots, phased cutover, validation. Dependencies get mapped, rollbacks get tested, and you know exactly what happens at each stage.
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Fixed-price migration with no hidden costs

You get one price covering assessment, migration, testing, and post-migration support. It includes data transfer fees, licensing adjustments, and training, and not just server costs. If scope increases, we discuss it before proceeding. Monthly reviews show actual spending versus forecast so budgets stay on track.
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Security and compliance built in from day one

Multi-factor authentication, encryption, and role-based access are configured during migration, not added later. We document everything for GDPR compliance and audit trails. Data validation happens at every stage so nothing gets lost. When auditors ask questions, you have evidence ready.
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Manchester-based team you can actually reach

Your named consultant will be based in Manchester, available during UK business hours, and understands exactly how local businesses operate. No offshore support desks. We meet on-site when needed, respond to calls within hours, and work alongside your existing IT team or suppliers to keep projects moving.
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Reporting That Shows Actual Improvement

We track who's completed training, who's still clicking phishing tests, and how your overall risk level is changing over time. You get clear reports showing your investment is working, suitable for insurance requirements and compliance audits.
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Case Study

How We Migrated MFL Insurance Group to Microsoft Azure Without Disruption

MFL Insurance Group needed to migrate its entire operational environment to the cloud while maintaining business continuity and meeting Financial Conduct Authority requirements. We planned and executed their migration to Microsoft Azure, moving applications, desktop interfaces, and data to a cloud-based system.

The phased migration approach minimized disruption, maintained security throughout the transition, and delivered the scalability and remote working capabilities they needed.

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Trusted by Businesses Across All Sectors
Organisations in finance, manufacturing, retail, and professional services trust Apex to migrate their systems to the cloud without disruption.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Need help with cloud migration solutions? Apex Computing is ready to help.

If you are a Manchester based business and you need cloud migration solutions, chat with a member of our team today.

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