PwC aligns business goals with Microsoft’s cloud solutions, going beyond just technology adoption
PwC uses a 4-phase approach for a cloud-driven modernization and migration journey.
Phase 1: Discovery & Readiness
PwC follows a systematic approach to ensure a successful cloud migration. We leverage Azure Movere to collect data on infrastructure, applications, and assets to achieve a thorough risk assessment for considering technical challenges and dependencies.Simultaneously, we evaluate your existing processes and policies to ensure alignment with migration goals. Lastly, we aim to train your staff to play a pivotal role in enhancing proficiency with new cloud technologies, enabling a smoother transition.
Phase 2: Design & Planning
PwC uses Microsoft Azure Migrate to discover and assess on-premises infrastructure and workloads for migration planning. Azure Architecture Centre is utilized for designing the target state architecture and landing zones. Based on the evaluation of cloud platforms, organizations make informed decisions. The next step involves defining the target architecture and assessing risks. Leveraging PaaS and CI/CD enables cost savings & faster time-to-market. Re-platforming & re-architecting promote cloud-native practices, fostering agility and innovation with Azure products.
Phase 3: Modernize & Migrate
Combining PwC’s cloud migration approach and Azure Migration Guide creates a robust framework. Integrating the operating model with dependency management enhances visibility and efficiency. Adding iterative execution with Azure DevOps boosts agility and collaboration. Finally, effective monitoring and reporting are achieved with Azure Monitor and PwC’s reporting framework.
Phase 4: Support & Operations
PwC’s managed services and Azure Cost Management ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency. Test management with PwC’s QA and Azure DevOps tools enables comprehensive testing. Additionally, a compliance framework and Azure Governance Tools ensure efficient compliance. Knowledge transfer is facilitated through expertise sharing, documentation, and training.