Optimizing Cloud Migration: Best Practices and Lessons Learned
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.53555/ephijse.v10i2.268Keywords:
Cloud migration, AWS migration, hybrid cloud, cloud cost optimization, performance tuningAbstract
Since cloud migration greatly affects the course of digital transformation for a company, the execution of the process should take front stage instead of the choice to do it. Notwithstanding the scalability, agility, and cost efficiency of the cloud, the migration process sometimes comes up unanticipated challenges like performance bottlenecks, security flaws, price overruns, and cultural resistance. Businesses have to approach these problems systematically and mix agility with strategic wisdom. This paper explores optimal cloud migration strategies based on real-world case studies displaying both successful and failing approaches. Starting with a comprehensive evaluation of current workloads, carefully articulated business goals, and a systematic transfer process that lowers risk, a successful migration strategy appears to be Companies have to embrace a cloud-native paradigm and optimize applications for cloud settings instead of just replacing old systems. Combining security & the compliance will guarantee data protection & the regulatory conformance. One of the most important aspects is how expenses are managed; poor control might lead to an uncontrollably rising the cloud cost. Initiatives in cost-reduction, automation & the actual time monitoring helps companies to better control expenses & hence raise performance. Empirical case studies highlight important insights from companies that have effectively managed cloud migration, therefore stressing important lessons learnt. These events emphasize the importance of proactive problem-solving, continuous improvement, and interdisciplinary cooperation. Cloud migration is a continuous process that calls constant optimization to maximize the potential of the cloud; it is not a one-sided endeavor. Strategic plans help companies to solve shared problems and turn cloud migration into a competitive advantage, therefore promoting creativity and steady economic development.
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