Digital Transformation with Azure: A SOLID FOUNDATION
Fundamentally, the innovation you need to Digitally Transform, both today and in the future, resides in the Azure services.
What do mean by this? Here are a few examples:
At the beginning of your transformation? Azure IaaS enables you to run your VM’s more efficiently, reducing operational overheads and laying the foundations for some of the advanced capabilities. Another key point, turning on the analytics-based threat protection services immediately makes your environment more secure.
Already using IaaS? Now is your time to really add value – it’s all about optimization. Adopt new service models like on-demand capacity and compute. Transform your DR. Deconstruct your n-tier applications and use PaaS services. After all, why are you looking after the Operating system and SQL instance when all you’re really interested in is the SQL database.
Already using IaaS and PaaS? At this stage things start to get interesting. You can leverage data and analytics to bring you disparate repositories together and interrogate them. Use them to describe what’s happened in the past and predict what will happen in the future. Augment your service desk and websites with bots that learn, provide insights and reduce BAU operational overhead. Make innovative apps available to your consumers. Embrace IoT and smart devices.
What makes all this possible? A simple connection to Azure.
Once connected, your datacentre and identity are essentially extended to Azure. The innovation is immediately available to start consuming, at your pace, whichever stage you’re at.
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Key takeaways
Microsoft Azure provides the building blocks for digital transformation: scalable infrastructure, data and AI services, security and tools for building modern apps. A clear plan ensures these services support business goals.
- Azure scales up or down with demand, so you pay for what you use.
- Data, analytics and AI services turn information into decisions.
- Built-in security and identity tools protect users and data.
- Local UAE regions support data residency and performance needs.
Frequently asked questions
How does Azure support digital transformation?
It provides on-demand infrastructure, data and AI services, and tools for modern applications, so organisations can innovate without buying and running their own hardware.
Does Azure have data centres in the UAE?
Yes. Azure has regions in Dubai (UAE North) and Abu Dhabi (UAE Central).
Where should a business start with Azure?
With an assessment of current systems and goals, followed by a landing zone with governance and security, then a first migration or modernisation project.
