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Let’s be honest: the cloud isn’t really the cloud. It’s your business, your apps, your critical data… all packed into someone else’s data center.

It’s exciting, sure—but if you don’t have a solid migration strategy, it can also be a mess.

That’s where the right Azure Partner changes the game.

Done right, cloud migration can drive agility, cut costs, and make innovation your daily default. Done wrong? It’s just a very expensive IT experiment.

So, if your team is staring at Azure and thinking, “Where do we even start?”—read on. You’re in the right place.

First, let’s talk numbers (Because feelings don’t scale)

The hype around cloud isn’t just marketing noise. It’s backed by serious movement:

  • As of May 2025, 89% of enterprises are operating in hybrid or multi-cloud environments
  • Microsoft Azure controls 24.6% of the global cloud infrastructure market
  • Yet 42% of cloud migrations still miss the mark in cost, timeline, or performance

Let that sink in. Almost half of businesses aren’t getting the results they expected.

Why? Most are trying to figure it out alone—or relying on generic vendors who don’t get their business, their industry, or the reality of what cloud adoption really takes.

That’s where the right partner becomes essential—not just for the migration, but for everything that follows.

The Azure Partner that gets you (And gets stuff done)

This isn’t about hiring a consultant. This is about choosing the right Microsoft Azure Partner—someone who knows the ins, outs, workarounds, pitfalls, and shortcuts of Azure migration.

Because a successful migration is more than just a lift-and-shift—it’s a strategic move to modernize, innovate, and unlock new value in the cloud.

Here’s what a legit Azure Cloud Partner does that your internal team (and most vendors) can’t:

They dig deep before moving a thing

No two migrations are the same. Azure Partners do a full environment assessment—apps, workloads, dependencies, compliance needs, risks—all of it. So, when the migration starts, there are no surprises.

They help you pay less, not more

Azure CSP Partners are trained to decode Microsoft’s sometimes confusing billing models. They’ll help you optimize licensing, get the right credits, and stay in control of costs from day one.

They execute like it’s a race (Because it kind of is)

Downtime? Not cool. A real Azure Gold Partner builds a step-by-step execution plan to move, test, and validate everything with minimal business disruption.

They bake in security and compliance

With cyber threats rising, your migration better be tight. Azure Stack Partners ensure security, governance, and compliance are built into your architecture—not bolted on later.

They stick around

A great Microsoft Azure Gold Partner doesn’t vanish after go-live. They stay to monitor, optimize, patch, and help you scale. Basically, they’ve got your back long after the migration press release.

Because true transformation is a journey, not a checkbox.

Why DIY is a trap?

Could your team manage a full Azure migration alone? Maybe. But should they?

Without a skilled Microsoft Azure Partner, you’re risking:

  • Blown timelines
  • Hidden infrastructure costs
  • Integration failures
  • Missed compliance requirements
  • Unhappy users (and CFOs)

And here’s the kicker: you won’t even see the problems until it’s too late.

Working with a certified Azure Cloud Partner is like hiring a tour guide who’s already climbed the mountain—blindfolded, in the rain, while juggling servers.

A quick word on the Microsoft Azure Partner Center

Think of the Microsoft Azure Partner Center as the command center for every real Azure provider. This is where certified Azure Partners manage services, access tools, and collaborate directly with Microsoft. If your partner isn’t active here? That’s a red flag.

What to look for in an Azure Partner (No buzzwords needed)

Your ideal partner should check these boxes:

  • Recognized as a Microsoft Azure Gold Partner
  • Hands-on experience across industries and geographies
  • Certified to operate as Azure CSP Partners
  • Active in the Azure Partner Center
  • Offers full-stack support—before, during, and after migration

And most importantly? They talk like humans, not a cloud thesaurus.

Why Intwo might be the partner you’re looking for?

We’ll keep it real.

Intwo isn’t a one-size-fits-all vendor. We’re a Microsoft Azure Gold Partner, active in the Azure Partner Center, and trusted by clients in 40+ countries. Whether it’s a rehost, replatform, or full transformation, we’ve helped businesses get to the cloud faster, smarter, and cleaner.

As Azure Stack Partners, we make sure what we migrate actually works for you—not just for IT. Our teams are cross-skilled, our migrations are tested, and our support? It’s ongoing, not one-and-done.

You want a partner who knows what they’re doing and makes it look easy. That’s us.

Don’t migrate alone

Here’s what partnering with the right Azure Partner really gives you:

  • No migration expertise? We’ve done it before—no learning on your dime.
  • Worried about cloud costs? We plan smart and pass on CSP pricing perks.
  • Security concerns? You get built-in compliance and strong governance.
  • Scared of disruption? Our phased approach keeps downtime minimal.
  • And post-migration? We stick around to optimize and keep costs in check.

Cloud migration: A starting point for ongoing value

And here’s where it gets exciting:

Once the cloud transition is in place, it becomes the foundation—not the finish line. We work closely with customers to build a roadmap that goes beyond migration, unlocking application modernization and new value in the cloud, for example, with AI.

That’s where real transformation begins—not just moving to the cloud, but evolving with it.

Final thought: The cloud is inevitable. A messy migration isn’t

You’re moving to the cloud—or you’re already there, and it’s a bit of a mess. Either way, don’t wing it. Partner with someone who’s been through it all and knows how to steer you away from the pitfalls.

Choosing the right Azure Partner matters.

As a Microsoft Azure Gold Partner and experienced Azure CSP Partner, Intwo is here to make your cloud journey simple, secure, and cost-effective.

We’re not just Azure Partners—we’re your partner in business growth.

No jargon. No hard sell. Just real conversations and results that speak for themselves.

Ready to move forward with confidence?

Let’s talk about making your Azure migration a success.

July 02, 2025

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Rene Verschoor - EVP Modern Datacenter Services

Rene Verschoor, EVP at Intwo, excels in driving IT strategy through innovative datacenter solutions. His expertise in bridging digitization with infrastructure transforms challenges into clear, actionable outcomes. Passionate about building teams and businesses, Rene’s service-driven approach empowers success.