Cloud Migration and ModernizationSOC 2 Type II
Cloud Transformation Services, From Assessment to Run
SDLC Corp provides cloud transformation services that move your apps, data and infrastructure to AWS, Azure or Google Cloud, then modernize and run them. We assess each workload, build a secure landing zone first and migrate in planned waves, so risk and cost stay under control.
- SOC 2 Type II
- ISO 27001 Certified
- ISO 9001 Certified
- Projects delivered
- 3,400+
- Global engineers
- 1,200+
- Countries served
- 30+
- Years of delivery
- 10+
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Migration vs transformation
Cloud Transformation Services That Go Beyond Lift and Shift
Moving servers to the cloud as they are is fast. However, it often copies old problems into a new bill. Costs climb, releases stay slow and nobody can say what each app really costs to run.
Our cloud transformation services fix that. First, we look at every app, database and job, then pick the right path for each one. Some workloads move as they are. Others get a new platform, a redesign or a planned exit. As a result, you get a cloud estate that is cheaper to run, safer to change and easier to scale.
- A clear decision for every workload, written down and agreed
- Security, identity and cost guardrails in place before the first move
- One team from assessment to day-two cloud operations
Capabilities
Our Cloud Transformation Services
Pick one of our cloud transformation services or the full program. Either way, each piece connects to the next, so nothing falls between vendors.
Cloud Readiness Assessment
We map your apps, data flows and dependencies. Then we score each workload and build a business case with run-cost estimates.
Technology consultingCloud Migration Services
Wave plans, server and database moves, test runs and cutover with a rollback plan. Each wave starts small and grows as confidence builds.
Landing Zone and Cloud Foundation
Accounts, subscriptions and projects, plus identity, networks and policy guardrails. Then we define it all as code with Terraform.
Cloud-Native Modernization
Containers, Kubernetes, serverless functions and managed services. That way, apps scale on demand and ship faster.
Cloud application developmentData Platform Migration
Databases, warehouses and pipelines move with replication and checks, so your teams keep trusted reports through the switch.
Data engineeringCloud Security and Compliance
Least-privilege access, encryption, central logs and policy as code. We also design controls for GDPR and HIPAA needs.
Our Trust CenterFinOps and Cost Optimization
Tagging, budgets, alerts, rightsizing and commitment planning. That way, each team sees what it spends and why.
Managed Cloud Operations
Monitoring, patching, backups, incident response and regular reviews. In short, we keep the platform healthy after go-live.
DevOps services
Migration strategy
The 7 Rs of Cloud Migration, Applied One Workload at a Time
No single strategy fits a whole portfolio. Instead, we give each workload its own R, based on value, risk and effort. Select a strategy to see when it fits.
Rehost
Lift and shift: move servers to cloud VMs with few or no code changes.
- Best for
- Stable apps, tight deadlines and data center exits.
- Trade-off
- It is quick, although you keep the old design and some of its costs.
Replatform
Lift and reshape: swap parts for managed services, such as a managed database.
- Best for
- Apps that gain from less admin work without a rewrite.
- Trade-off
- Small code and config changes for a lower run cost.
Refactor
Re-architect: redesign the app as containers, microservices or serverless functions.
- Best for
- Core products that need to scale, release often or add new features.
- Trade-off
- The highest effort, with the biggest long-term gains.
Repurchase
Drop and shop: move to a SaaS product that does the same job.
- Best for
- Email, CRM, HR and other commodity tools.
- Trade-off
- Fast to adopt. Even so, plan for data migration and new contracts.
Relocate
Move a whole virtual platform, such as VMware, to a cloud-hosted version.
- Best for
- Large VMware estates that must move fast with no app changes.
- Trade-off
- Very little change, so it rarely cuts costs on its own.
Retain
Keep the workload where it is for now and review it later.
- Best for
- Systems with recent hardware, strict latency needs or rules on data location.
- Trade-off
- No move cost today. Still, hybrid links need care.
Retire
Switch off apps that nobody uses or that another system replaces.
- Best for
- Duplicate tools, old reports and shelfware.
- Trade-off
- It saves licence and run costs. First, though, archive the data.
Platforms and tools we work with
Cloud platforms
- AWS
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud
- Hybrid cloud
- Multi-cloud
Containers and serverless
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Amazon EKS
- Azure AKS
- Google GKE
- AWS Lambda
- Azure Functions
- Cloud Run
Infrastructure as code
- Terraform
- AWS CloudFormation
- Azure Resource Manager
- Bicep
- Helm
CI/CD
- GitHub Actions
- Jenkins
- Azure DevOps
- GitLab CI
Data
- PostgreSQL
- SQL Server
- MySQL
- MongoDB
- Redis
- OpenSearch
- Azure Data Factory
- dbt
- Power BI
Observability
- Amazon CloudWatch
- Azure Monitor
- Google Cloud Monitoring
- Prometheus
- Grafana
Only need a cloud run by experts? See our AWS managed services and Azure managed services, or hire DevOps engineers for your team.
Why SDLC Corp
Why Choose SDLC Corp for Cloud Transformation Services
Plenty of firms can move servers. However, few stay to make the cloud cheaper, safer and faster after the move. Here is what we do differently.
Decisions per workload
We never push one plan on the whole estate. Instead, every app gets a strategy that matches its value and risk.
Foundation before moves
Identity, networks, logging and budgets go live first. So the first wave lands on a secure, tested base.
Security built in
Our delivery runs under SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certified processes. In addition, we review designs against the AWS Well-Architected pillars.
Cost you can see
Tags, budgets and alerts start on day one. In practice, we follow the FinOps Foundation phases: inform, optimize and operate.
Cloud-neutral advice
We work across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud and hybrid setups. Therefore, our advice follows your workloads, licences and skills.
You own everything
Cloud accounts, code, runbooks and diagrams stay in your name. We also train your team, so you are never locked in.
Not sure which workloads to move first?
Share your app list. In one call, we will flag quick wins, risky systems and a sensible first wave.
Process
How Our Cloud Transformation Services Work
Every program follows the same six steps. As a result, you always know what moves next, who owns it and how to roll back. For the data side, read our guide to cloud data modernization.
- 01
Assess and discover
We list every app, server and data store. Then we map dependencies, licences and risks.
- 02
Plan and build the case
Each workload gets an R, a target platform and a wave. You also get run-cost and effort estimates.
- 03
Build the landing zone
We set up accounts, identity, networks, logging and guardrails as code before any data moves.
- 04
Migrate in waves
A low-risk pilot wave goes first. After that, each wave runs through test, cutover and a rollback check.
- 05
Modernize and optimize
Next, we move key apps to containers, serverless or managed data services. We also rightsize resources.
- 06
Run and improve
Finally, we monitor, patch and back up the estate. Monthly cost and health reviews keep it on track.
Engagement
Engagement Models for Every Stage of Your Cloud Journey
You can start our cloud transformation services with an assessment, a full program or ongoing support. Then switch models as your estate matures.
Cloud readiness assessment
Best for: Teams that need a plan and a business case
A fixed-scope study of your estate. You get a workload map, an R for each app, a wave plan and run-cost estimates.
Discuss this model- Most chosen
Migration and modernization program
Best for: Data center exits and large app portfolios
A dedicated cloud pod runs the waves end to end. It covers the landing zone, migration, testing and modernization.
Discuss this model Managed cloud and FinOps
Best for: Estates that are already in the cloud
An ongoing retainer for monitoring, patching, backups and cost reviews. You can scale support up or down each quarter.
Managed IT services
Proof
Cloud Projects We Have Built and Run
A few of the platforms our teams have designed, hosted and kept running for clients.
- Education
Event Platform for 6 Campuses
One custom platform replaced four tools for 1,900+ events a year. The cloud setup was sized for convocation-day peaks.
Read the case study - Education
Policy Connect
A policy platform for Texas school districts. We also run its infrastructure, from MongoDB upgrades to server and CPU-load monitoring.
Read the case study - Maritime
Port of Fujairah
An anchorage management system that replaced manual requests with one digital flow for allocation, live vessel tracking and alerts.
Read the case study - Solution scenario
Governed Campus Analytics
A reference design that joins admissions, student and finance data on Azure, with shared metrics and access controls.
Read the case study
Client feedback
What Our Clients Say
Verified reviews from Clutch and feedback from SDLC Corp clients, shown as published.
The SDLC Corp team scaled our platform with impressive technical expertise, ensuring it's secure, robust, and ready for future growth.
Eric LeistCEO, Edgerton Strategies
SDLC Corp client
I was impressed with their proactive risk management.
Senior ManagerUnioteq Commercial Services
Verified review on ClutchOracle NetSuite Implementation for Industrial Automation Co
Their team was responsive to our feedback and handled requested changes in a practical and cooperative way.
ExecutiveMama Drones
Verified review on ClutchCustom Software Dev for Agricultural Drone Company
Industries
Industries We Help Move to the Cloud
Rules on data, uptime and peaks differ by sector. So we bring patterns that already work in your field. For wider change programs, see our digital transformation services.
Financial services
Audit trails, encryption and data residency for payments, lending and wealth apps.
Healthcare
Patient data platforms with access controls designed around HIPAA needs.
Education
Student, event and analytics platforms that hold up when terms start and exams run.
Logistics and ports
Real-time tracking, alerts and integrations for fleets, yards and vessels.
Retail and ecommerce
Storefronts and order systems that autoscale when sales and holidays drive traffic.
Manufacturing and IoT
Machine data pipelines from the shop floor to cloud dashboards.
Government
Hybrid and in-country hosting for public services with strict data rules.
SaaS and startups
Multi-tenant platforms built so you know the cost per tenant as you grow.
Buying guide
Cloud Transformation Services Cost: What Drives the Budget
The price depends on your estate, not on a rate card. Therefore, the best way to compare vendors is to compare how they plan. These six factors move the number most. For a worked example, see what it costs to build a SaaS app on AWS.
- 1
Portfolio size
First, the number of apps, servers and links between them sets the base effort.
- 2
Strategy mix
Rehost waves cost less up front. Refactoring costs more, yet it often cuts run costs later.
- 3
Data and downtime
Large databases and near-zero downtime need replication and more test runs.
- 4
Security and compliance
Regulated data adds controls, reviews and audit evidence to each wave.
- 5
Licences
Also, Windows, SQL Server and Oracle licence terms can change the best target platform.
- 6
Run model
Finally, managed operations and FinOps reviews add a monthly cost after go-live.
FAQs
Cloud Transformation Services FAQs
Straight answers to what buyers ask us most about strategy, downtime, security and cost.
Ask Your Own QuestionWhat are cloud transformation services?
Cloud transformation services help a business move its apps, data and infrastructure to the cloud and then improve them. The work covers assessment, migration, modernization, security, cost control and ongoing operations.
What is the difference between cloud migration and cloud transformation?
Cloud migration moves workloads from one place to another. Cloud transformation also changes how they run. For example, it adds managed services, automation, cost tracking and new ways of working.
What are the 7 Rs of cloud migration?
They are rehost, replatform, refactor, repurchase, relocate, retain and retire. Each one is a choice for a single workload. We pick the R for every app during the assessment, based on value, risk and effort.
How long does a cloud transformation take?
It depends on the size of your estate. An assessment usually takes a few weeks. After that, we move workloads in waves, so the first apps can run in the cloud well before the whole program ends.
How much do cloud transformation services cost?
Cost depends on the number of workloads, the strategy mix, data volume, downtime limits, compliance needs and the support model. After a discovery call, we share a cost range and a phased plan.
Should we choose AWS, Azure or Google Cloud?
There is no single right answer. Azure often suits Microsoft-heavy estates, while AWS offers the widest range of services. Google Cloud is strong in data and analytics. We compare them against your apps, licences, skills and data rules.
Can you migrate without downtime?
For most systems, yes or close to it. We use data replication, test cutovers and blue-green releases. If a short window is needed, we plan it with you and keep a tested rollback ready.
How do you keep our data secure during migration?
SDLC Corp works under SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certified processes. We encrypt data in transit and at rest, limit access by role and log every change. We also sign NDAs on request.
Do you manage the cloud after migration?
Yes. Our managed cloud plans cover monitoring, patching, backups, incident response and monthly cost reviews. You can also take over in-house, because we hand over code, runbooks and training.
Start your move
Ready to Plan a Cloud Move That Pays Off After Go-Live?
Tell us about your apps and goals. After one short call, you will get quick wins, key risks and a first-wave plan.
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- Cloud-neutral advice
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