Assessing And Building The Case For Change
First phase on the journey to get to the cloud
In today's digital landscape, businesses must adapt to remain competitive. One of the most significant shifts is migrating to the cloud. Sublimation Health offers a structured, three-step approach to simplify this process using the AWS Public Cloud: Assess, Mobilize, Migrate & Modernize. This first part delves into the 'Assess' phase, laying the groundwork for a successful cloud transformation.
Recent developments, such as VMware's acquisition by Broadcom and subsequent price increases of up to 300%, highlight the urgency of cloud migration. This shift underscores the importance of the 'Assess' phase, where understanding the current environment and building a solid business case for cloud migration can mitigate market changes.
Business Case and Migration Evaluator
Objective: Build a compelling business case for migration.
Process: Use the TCO report and readiness assessment insights to create a detailed business case with recommendations from the Migration Evaluator tool.
Example: Our business case outlines the strategic, financial, and operational benefits, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Briefings and Workshops
Objective: Align stakeholders and prepare your team for migration.
Process: Conduct sessions to educate and engage stakeholders. Provide hands-on experience with AWS tools.
Example: Our Cloud Modernization Workshop includes stakeholder alignment, educational sessions, interactive demonstrations, customized planning, and ongoing support.
Rapid Discovery
Objective: Quickly gather data about your existing IT environment.
Process: Use native tools to inventory applications, servers, and dependencies. Identify the scope and complexity of the migration.
Example: Sublimation Health's discovery platform automates data collection and provides insights into application dependencies, server performance, and resource utilization.
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Report
Objective: Understand the financial implications of moving to the cloud.
Process: Analyze current infrastructure costs versus projected AWS costs. Highlight potential savings and cost efficiencies.
Example: Our TCO report uncovers hidden costs and savings opportunities, providing a precise financial analysis to justify the investment in cloud migration.
Migration Readiness Assessment
Objective: Evaluate your organization's readiness for cloud migration.
Process: Assess business processes, technology, and people to identify gaps and areas needing improvement.
Example: We review workflows, IT infrastructure, and workforce readiness, providing a roadmap to address any issues.
Creating a Case for Change
At the end of the 'Assess' phase, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of your current state and a well-defined plan for moving forward. The key outcome is a robust business case that secures executive buy-in and aligns your organization with migration goals. Sublimation Health provides a detailed analysis, ensuring you have all the necessary information to make informed decisions.
Conclusion
The 'Assess' phase is foundational in the AWS Public Cloud migration journey. Our meticulous approach examines every aspect of your environment, providing detailed reports and a solid business case for migration. Partnering with Sublimation Health ensures a smooth and strategic transition to the AWS cloud, enhancing performance, cost savings, and operational efficiency.
Stay tuned for the next part of this series, where we will explore the 'Mobilize' phase, focusing on preparing your organization and infrastructure for migration. With Sublimation Health, your path to the cloud is not just a migration—it's a strategic evolution.