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Navigate, secure & optimise Azure

Many organisations struggle to fully leverage the benefits of public cloud. Advanced advise, assist, secure, and operate, no matter what stage you’re at in your cloud journey - from initial migration to mature optimisation.

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How Managed Azure Services will benefit your business

Cloud Expertise
Gain access to cloud specialists to migrate, manage and optimise your environment.
Enhanced Security
We can ensure your cloud environment is compliant & secure from threats.
Cost-efficiency
Reduce costs of maintaining & updating your own infrastructure.

Why work with Advanced?

Our evergreen approach ensures your technology is fit for the future
We have over 60 in-house Microsoft Certified Professionals
We provide ongoing support and optimisation of your services

Cloud is a huge driver for us and where we want to go. We are moving forward with a provider that can scale to meet those needs and provide the level of professionalism needed within this marketplace.

Rob Bing, IT Service Manager , St Andrew’s Healthcare
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Features and benefits

Migrate

Our Azure Migration Service is a streamlined solution for migrating servers, databases, web apps, and other workloads to Azure. We do this in line with the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Azure well architected framework.

Benefits of this feature
  • We will ensure a smooth and efficient transition with minimal disruption
  • Underpinned by security & governance so you can move to the cloud with confidence
  • Support for hybrid migrations allowing flexibility in deployment
  • Utilises native Azure tools for seamless integration
  • Can perform a Strategy & Governance Workshop to provide personalised recommendations, risks and business justifications for moving to the cloud

Modernise

Design and consultancy services to transform and optimise your IT infrastructure, making it a more scalable and cost-effective cloud-based environment. Our specialists will ensure your environment is fit for purpose and advise on everything from licensing and security to backups and storage.

Benefits of this feature
  • Cloud Advisor
  • Promotes innovation with AI and machine learning capabilities
  • Azure optimisation review

Manage

Our management services provide ongoing support and management of your cloud estate, lifting the burden of this from internal teams and ensuring your organisation is protected from threats, optimised, and efficient.

Benefits of this feature
  • Includes proactive monitoring for early issue detection and resolution
  • Cost management features to control cloud spending
  • Automated updates and patching for optimal system health

Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

A comprehensive desktop virtualisation service, that runs on the cloud through Microsoft Azure. AVD delivers users a cost-effective, locked-down Windows 10/11 PC desktop experience and can also enable secure access to on-premises servers and remote applications with security controls defined through your organisation’s policies.

Benefits of this feature
  • Reactive support for your AVD environment, incident & problem management
  • Weekly OS updates & patching
  • Image maintenance & application packaging

Consultancy

Our consultancy services provide personalised guidance and strategic planning to help you leverage Microsoft technologies.

Benefits of this feature
  • Dedicated team of Microsoft accredited staff
  • Will help you increase ROI by optimising your environment
  • Achieve faster time to value from a platform built specifically for your needs

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With an Azure Managed Service, you can have the flexibility and power of the Microsoft Azure platform without having to worry about any of the setup and maintenance involved.

Advanced have built an optimisation review service which will provide in-depth analysis into your Azure estate and outline areas that can be improved and adjusted.

Businesses are continually seeking ways to stay competitive and efficient, and one strategy that continues to grow in popularity is outsourcing IT to an external provider.

Advanced are offering an AVD Workshop run by subject experts, which consists of an initial one-day engagement with your company to help accelerate your journey to AVD.

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FAQs

  • What is a Managed Azure Service?

    An Azure Managed Service is a comprehensive solution provided by Microsoft or a Microsoft partner which provides support for your Azure environment.
    It covers a wide array of services including infrastructure management, database management, security management, and more.
    Azure Managed Services will streamline and optimise the use of Azure resources. This will allow you to focus on your core competencies rather than cloud management.
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  • What are the benefits of a Managed Azure Service?

    Azure Managed Services offer several benefits such as enhanced security, cost management, 24/7 support, and access to expert knowledge. They allow businesses to focus on their core competencies while offloading the complexities of Azure management to experts.

  • How do you choose a Managed Azure Service Provider?

    Choosing a Managed Azure Service Provider involves several key considerations. First, assess their expertise and certifications in Microsoft Azure services. Second, ensure they offer the services your business needs, from security management to cost optimisation. Check their track record, including how long they've been providing Azure services, and their client references. Also, evaluate their scalability to grow with your business, their commitment to security and compliance, their customer support quality, and their pricing structure. The right provider should align with your business needs and goals.

  • How does a Managed Azure Service ensure the security of my data?

    As a Managed Azure Service Provider, we will ensure the security of your data by implementing robust security measures and adhering to best practices. This includes setting up firewalls, encryption, and intrusion detection systems, as well as continuous monitoring for potential threats. They also ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations and standards. Azure itself has built-in security features like Azure Security Centre and Azure Active Directory for identity protection. Regular audits and vulnerability assessments are conducted to identify and rectify potential security gaps. Providers also offer disaster recovery and backup services to safeguard your data in case of any unforeseen incidents.

  • What types of workloads can I migrate to Azure?

    You can migrate a broad range of workloads to Azure, thanks to its extensive array of services and capabilities.
    This includes, but is not limited to, web applications, databases, virtual machines, big data analytics, mobile applications, DevOps, AI and machine learning workloads.
    Azure is a flexible choice for migration that supports various operating systems, languages, tools, and frameworks. 
    Azure provides the necessary tools and services to smoothly move both simple applications and complex multi-tire workloads.
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