Choosing the Right Cloud Migration Services Team

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 11:39 PM

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Many organizations are putting their best foot forward in converting their On-premises applications to the Cloud. Taking your company to the next level in growth requires incorporating commendable technologies and collaborating with expert partners to implement those technologies. Choosing the right partner and the right Cloud solution that aligns with your vision and business objectives is essential.

Choosing the Right Cloud Service Provider

Can your organization scale up when new locations, complex analytical projects, or developer needs arise? If your answer is no, then Oracle Cloud is a clever choice. With its advanced products, innovative applications, and integrated security, Oracle helps you perform a wide range of functions easily. In a nutshell, Oracle Cloud provides full-stack options like IaaS (Infrastructure-as-a-Service), SaaS (Software-as-a-service), and PaaS (Platform-as-a-Service).

Choosing the Right Cloud Partner

There are many Oracle Cloud Partners, but choosing a reliable advisor is essential. It is important to partner with an Oracle Cloud Consultant company that is well invested in a client's vision. The right Oracle Cloud partner will serve as the accelerator that puts your business on track to business excellence.

Are you curious about choosing the right Oracle cloud partner? Here is a guide to help you do so.

Choosing the Right Cloud Migration Services Team:

Finalize Business Requirements: Gather information from the key stakeholders to understand the cloud vision planned for the company and finalize your business requirements before looking for an Oracle Cloud Partner. Here are a few questions that you need to ask yourselves on finalizing the engagement:
- From the touchpoint to the final stages of offering a contract to the consultant, assess how the cloud consultant engages with you.
- Has the company appointed a dedicated Account Manager to your Cloud Assessment queries?
- How have they transported Cloud Rapid migrations for their previous clients?
- Is the company transparent about the Implementation process throughout the engagement?
- How swiftly have they done Upgrades, Maintenance, and other solutions in the past?
Offering Breadth and Depth: Assess the company's service landscape to see if they offer end-to-end Oracle cloud solutions. As your organization moves towards cloud infrastructure, it's essential to acquire a trusted and reliable partner to guide you through the digital transformation process from start to finish.

Checklist for a Reliable Oracle Cloud Consultant

Workload migration to IaaS may look challenging, but Oracle Cloud makes it a lot easier with its autonomous services. That being said, without proper guidance, it is just another complex technology to migrate.

Here is a checklist to refer to before choosing a consultant:

Should be experts with practical knowledge and strategies
Certified Oracle Cloud Partner
Notable work experience as an Oracle service provider
Well-versed with Oracle technologies and updates
Significant client portfolio with reviews
Bespoke Oracle technology suggestion and implementation support capabilities
Reduces cost and time
Grows your top-line
Reduces risks
Supports you at every step

Cloud Security

Partners who comply with recognized standards and quality frameworks, such as standards accredited with certifications like ISO 27001:2013 and ISO 9001:2015, are essential to your organization to ensure that your data is secure during and after migration.

FAQs

What factors should organizations consider when choosing a cloud service provider?
Organizations should assess whether the cloud service provider can facilitate scaling up when new locations, complex analytical projects, or developer needs arise. Oracle Cloud is a potential solution, offering Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), and Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) options.
What key questions should organizations ask when engaging with a potential cloud consultant?
Organizations should consider the following questions:

Has the company appointed a dedicated account manager for cloud assessment queries?
How have they handled cloud migrations for previous clients?
Is the company transparent about the implementation process?
How swiftly have they managed upgrades, maintenance, and other solutions in the past?

What checklist should businesses use when selecting an Oracle Cloud consultant?
The checklist includes ensuring the consultant has practical knowledge and strategies; confirming they are a certified Oracle Cloud Partner; evaluating their work experience; verifying their expertise in Oracle technologies and updates; reviewing their client portfolio and testimonials; assessing their ability to offer bespoke Oracle technology suggestions and implementation support; and determining their potential to reduce costs and risks, grow the top line, and provide comprehensive support.
What benefits can professional cloud migration services provide?
Professional cloud migration services offer cost-effective solutions, help determine necessary applications, and provide solutions that align with the organization's budget and present needs. The benefits allow staff to focus on their primary tasks, reduce downtime, and facilitate faster adaptation to new technologies with expert guidance.
What services does SMACT Works offer related to Oracle Cloud?
SMACT Works provides end-to-end consulting and managed and implemented services for Oracle Cloud Applications, IaaS & PaaS, and on-premises PeopleSoft & EBS Applications. They are an Oracle Gold Partner Cloud Standard, ISO 9001, and ISO 27001 certified, indicating their commitment to excellence and security.

Many organizations will try their cloud migration to cut costs; however, they will likely spend a lot more than anticipated. The expenses that organizations will accumulate result from additional staff hours required for adaptation and making and correcting costly mistakes due to a lack of knowledge or experience.

Professional cloud migration services will provide cost-effective solutions for migrating to the Cloud. They will help you determine what applications you require and provide a solution that fits within your budget while meeting your present needs. Your staff can focus on their primary tasks, resulting in less downtime. Your company will also be able to adapt to the new technology much faster with the guidance of experts.

If you're considering migrating to the Cloud, contact us today for an experienced partner to guide you.

About SMACT Works

SMACT Works is a technology-focused systems integrator and IT/ERP consulting firm. We deliver end-to-end consulting, managed, and implementation services for Oracle Cloud Applications, IaaS & PaaS, On-Premise PeopleSoft & EBS Applications. Headquartered in Dublin, OH, we have a global presence with North America and Asia offices. We are an Oracle Gold Partner Cloud Standard, ISO 9001, and 27001 certified delivery organization serving customers with Excellence and Integrity.