As of 2023, Microsoft Office 365 is utilized by over a million companies globally, according to a recent Statista report. It has become an indispensable tool for organizations as they adapt to hybrid workforces and a global economy, leveraging its collaborative power and the need for a robust data protection strategy. At the core of Microsoft 365’s security framework lies the Shared Responsibility Model, delineating the responsibilities of Microsoft and organizations using their services.

As many companies begin to explore the vast capabilities of the public cloud ecosystem, one obstacle continues to be of extreme importance: Cost Optimization. The cloud itself was built for scalability and convenience, but when the most advanced options for your infrastructure can be set up with the touch of a button, a cost friendly migration and ongoing strategy to keep your cloud footprint within budget are key.

Dealing with cybersecurity threats has become a constant challenge for organizations and tech professionals. The landscape is evolving, with cybercriminals employing increasingly sophisticated tactics. As we step into 2024, a year marked by economic uncertainty, staff layoffs, and the aftermath of widespread hybrid and remote work adoption, cyber threats are poised to exploit vulnerabilities within organizations.

Successful AWS migration takes more than simply choosing to migrate. It’s a journey, and you need to be confident in your choice to upend your existing on-premise workflows to align with your business’s future. The fundamental process around a migration strategy includes understanding the benefits of a new system, assessing gaps in your existing system, migration planning, and ultimately the actual migration aspect.

One thing the IT security community should be recognized for is its willingness to share information and solutions. If you’re moving to the cloud — or interested in increasing your applications’ security, take advantage of that.

Hybrid cloud takes the capabilities of the public and various private cloud options and merges them, allowing businesses to host different workloads within different environments depending on their performance, security, and resource needs. Companies leveraging a hybrid cloud strategy promote business competitiveness and agility, allowing them to respond to changes in resource demands quickly.