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21 January 2025 | 3:47 pm

 

Time flies when you’re transforming the cloud landscape! It’s been a year since VMware’s pricing changes sent shockwaves through the IT world, prompting organisations to re-evaluate their strategies. At Lost in I.T, we’ve had front-row seats to an exciting evolution: an unprecedented surge in migrations to Microsoft Azure.

When VMware announced its pricing increases last year, businesses faced tough questions:

• Could they justify the rising costs without compromising other IT priorities?

• Was there a more cost-effective, future-proof alternative?

For many, these questions sparked action. Rather than absorb the additional expenses, organizations seized the opportunity to reassess their cloud strategies, leading them to Azure—a platform offering both cost efficiency and innovation.

Microsoft Azure has proven to be more than just an alternative to VMware. It’s become a strategic advantage for organisations seeking agility, scalability, and growth. Here’s why:

1. Seamless Transition for VMware Workloads:
Azure VMware Solution (AVS) enabled businesses to move their VMware environments to Azure without the headaches of rearchitecting their infrastructure. Minimal disruption, maximum impact.

2. Cost Savings and Predictability:
With VMware’s pricing increase, Azure’s competitive pricing and flexible cost-management tools became a lifeline for IT budgets. Customers report savings of up to 30% or more compared to their previous setups.

3. Innovation at Your Fingertips:
Azure’s robust ecosystem—spanning AI, machine learning, IoT, and advanced analytics—empowers businesses to do more than migrate. It lets them innovate, optimizing operations and uncovering new revenue opportunities.

 

At Lost in I.T, in just 12 months, we’ve facilitated a record number of VMware-to-Azure migrations, helping businesses of all sizes and industries improve their IT infrastructure.
Here are some highlights:
• Enterprise IT Modernisation: A manufacturing company cut infrastructure costs by 35% and improved system reliability by migrating to Azure.
• Healthcare Transformation: A global healthcare provider shifted to Azure for better scalability and compliance, reducing downtime by 50%.
• e-Commerce Innovation: A leading online retailer leveraged Azure’s AI tools to personalize customer experiences and increase revenue by 20%.

As we celebrate a year of successful migrations, one thing is clear: the move to Azure isn’t just a reaction to rising costs—it’s a proactive step toward transformation.
If you’ve been watching this trend unfold and wondering if it’s time to make the leap, the answer is simple: yes. The expertise, tools, and support you need are already in place, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Whether you’re looking for a detailed migration plan or a quick assessment of your existing infrastructure, our team of experts is ready to help.
Contact us today to get started!