11/29/2021
Cloud Computing Migration and Digital Transformation
How can migrating to Cloud Computing enhance business performance? In recent years, the digitalization of society has allowed us to witness an extremely accelerated cultural transformation. Data and information that, not long ago, were seen merely as binary combinations with little intrinsic value have now become the most valuable assets for organizations.
From ERP-related information to Business Intelligence reports for decision-making, data is now an essential part of the core business of any institution—public or private.
Just as Digital Transformation drives changes in internal culture, migrating to Cloud Computing brings profound changes in how organizations manage the information generated by their data. However, moving from a physical environment (data centers and on-premise solutions) to the cloud involves much more than a simple “drag and drop.” To achieve a complete and successful migration to the digital environment, strategic issues must be addressed—issues that will have a broad impact on the corporate ecosystem.
Cloud Computing Migration: data hosting that enables information availability
Cloud Computing is the technology that allows remote access and use of computing resources via online connectivity. Through the cloud, it is possible to host a wide range of software and information, making the availability and storage of relevant corporate data even easier.
According to Marcello Bosio, Head of Digital Solutions at INSI:
==“Cloud Computing plays a leading role as the digital platform that will support the next solutions representing the next stage of cultural transformation worldwide.”==
The cloud will be the medium through which data generated by 5G technology flows among [IoT (Internet of Things)]https://meta.com.br/en/insights/articles/internet-of-coisas-establishes-novo-paradigma-in-uso-of-big-data) devices, generating insights for new products and solutions that will benefit people and organizations on a global scale.
Customizable, on-demand cloud computing solutions
Cloud Computing offers solutions for companies of all sizes—small, medium, or large. New technological tools enable businesses pursuing digital transformation to achieve positive results in the medium and long term. Some of the solutions for Digital Business available in the cloud include:
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IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service): Access to IT infrastructure from the provider without the need for the company’s own servers.
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PaaS (Platform as a Service): Cloud-based platforms designed for implementing software that meets specific company needs.
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SaaS (Software as a Service): A model for distributing and commercializing cloud-hosted solutions.
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BPaaS (Business Process as a Service): According to Gartner, this enables the delivery of business processes in an outsourcing model (BPO) via a cloud-based multi-tenant environment.
This variety of scalable solutions—adjusted according to need and usage—demonstrates how data-driven companies aim to lead their markets in the future. After all, internal data circulation is what will allow these companies to develop their strategies in a world that will only continue to digitalize.
Advantages of migrating to the cloud
Cloud migration offers numerous benefits, with one of the most significant being operational cost impact. The optimization of resources—previously allocated to acquiring and maintaining equipment that often cannot be updated—makes cloud computing an excellent solution, especially when implementing upgrades or making significant technological leaps within an organization.
In simple terms, CAPEX (capital expenditures for equipment acquisition) is often higher and carries obsolescence risks, while OPEX (operational expenses) typically involves lower costs, greater flexibility, and faster technology updates.
Migrating to the cloud frees up investment capital that can be redirected toward innovation or the development of new products and services—allowing companies to stand out in the digital economy.
Eliminating the limitations of physical servers
Cloud-hosted services offer flexibility, dynamic resources, and scalability on demand. Automated updates—including security patches—ensure full utilization of contracted solutions. Companies choosing cloud migration as a business strategy eliminate concerns about systems becoming obsolete over time.
Human and professional growth combined with cloud technology
Enterprise cloud technology fosters highly productive and collaborative work environments—even remotely. Connected teams with quick access to information deliver more results in less time. By migrating to the cloud, companies that have already excelled in less-digitalized environments can significantly boost their performance.
Case study: Cloud Computing in Industry 4.0
Companies across sectors and geographies are reaping the benefits of being “cloud-first” organizations. In Brazil, many cases reflect a new mindset—leveraging technology and strategy to fully exploit the data circulating in virtual environments. These are the organizations leading Industry 4.0, where 5G, IoT, and Cloud Computing converge.
One such example is Localiza (RENT3 on the B3 Stock Exchange), which reported a profit of R$447.9 million in Q2 2021, a 398.2% increase year over year. Amid the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Localiza sought greater agility and flexibility to meet customer demands.
The answer was to migrate several on-premise services to the cloud—serving both employees and customers more effectively. With a strategically designed cloud migration project, results for the new operating model were immediate:
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Renewal of Lean Portfolio Management and Change, Culture, and Communication management areas;
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LocalizaLabs and INSI Product teams focused on developing new cloud-based solutions;
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A culture of experimentation within the cloud ecosystem.
Post-implementation, customer experience improved with greater data and service availability. Digitalizing the back office brought more productivity, while the cultural shift and strengthened digital capabilities became more evident.
According to Eugênio Mattar, CEO of Localiza, the qualification, expertise, and knowledge of the professionals that INSI assigned to the project were decisive in choosing the company as a digital transformation partner.
How to migrate to cloud computing: INSI’s Innovation Center
INSI’s Solution and Innovation Center is a state-of-the-art technology hub designed to prepare potential clients for their full digital transformation journey.
Our foundation combines customizable use of SAP S/4HANA, the application of digital in future physical realities through IoT, and the development of hybrid or fully cloud-based solutions and services.
INSI strategically plans each cloud migration project, customizing solutions to improve IT infrastructure continuously. Whether for small, medium, or large enterprises, the goal is the same: deliver the most effective cloud implementation in the market.
With an efficient strategic plan covering all process stages, we understand real needs and measure results. From start to finish, clients are supported by teams that act transparently—presenting development roadmaps and suggesting improvements to maximize productivity.
Where to start with results-focused cloud migration
When a company focuses on what your business truly needs, it’s more than just project execution—it’s a partnership. That’s exactly what INSI seeks in its potential clients: partners committed to digital transformation and eager to reach new heights.
Count on multidisciplinary teams that will act transparently in presenting solutions and improvements to optimize your time and business even further.