Azure:
Our Cloud Platform.
When Microsoft 365 isn't enough, Azure is where we go. We design, build, and manage Azure infrastructure for businesses that need more than file storage and email. Legacy apps, virtual desktops, full infrastructure.
This is our specialty.
Part of Four Winds IT's AI & Business Software services
When You Need Azure
Not every business needs Azure. Many do fine with Microsoft 365 alone. But when you outgrow file storage and email, or have specific infrastructure needs, Azure is where we build.
Legacy App Hosting
That application your business depends on that won't run anywhere but a Windows server? We host it in Azure. It runs, it's backed up, it's secure, and you don't need a server closet.
Azure Active Directory
Centralized identity management. Single sign-on across your tools. Conditional access that actually works. The backbone of modern Microsoft security.
Full Infrastructure
When you need the whole thing. Servers, databases, networking, storage. We design Azure environments that replace or extend your on-premises infrastructure
Why We Build on Azure
We're Microsoft-focused because it works.
Seamless M365 integration
Azure AD, SharePoint, Teams, Intune. They all work together. When you're already on Microsoft 365, Azure is the natural next step without adding complexity.
One vendor, one ecosystem
Single pane of glass for identity, cloud storage, infrastructure, and productivity. No integration headaches between cloud platforms.
Enterprise-grade for SMB
Azure gives you access to the same infrastructure Fortune 500 companies use, but you only pay for what you need. Scale up or down as your business changes.
We know it deeply
Azure is our specialty. 20+ environments managed. We've seen the patterns, the pitfalls, and the right way to do things. You benefit from that experience.
How We Approach Azure Projects
Build right the first time.
Azure Services We Deliver
Infrastructure
Security & Identity
Migration
Management
Questions About Azure
We know you have questions and we have answers.
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How much does Azure cost?
Azure is pay-as-you-go based on resources used. A simple setup with a few VMs might run $200-500/month. Complex environments with multiple servers and databases can be $2,000+/month. We design for efficiency and review costs monthly to avoid surprise bills.
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Do we still need on-premises servers?
Sometimes. It depends on your applications, latency requirements, and compliance needs. Many businesses go fully cloud. Others keep some workloads on-prem and run hybrid. We'll assess what makes sense for your situation.
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What's the difference between Azure and Microsoft 365?
Microsoft 365 is productivity software: email, Teams, SharePoint, Office apps. Azure is infrastructure: servers, databases, networking. M365 is where you work. Azure is where you build and run applications that M365 doesn't cover.
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Why Azure instead of AWS or Google Cloud?
We're Microsoft-focused. Most of our clients are on Microsoft 365. Azure integrates seamlessly with M365, especially for identity and security. If you're already in the Microsoft ecosystem, Azure is the natural fit. If you have AWS expertise in-house, we can work with that too.
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How long does an Azure migration take?
Simple migrations (a few servers, basic apps) can happen in weeks. Complex environments with custom applications, database dependencies, and hybrid requirements take months. We'll give you a realistic timeline after assessment.
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What happens if Azure goes down?
Azure has high availability built in. We design environments with redundancy across availability zones. Major outages are rare and typically affect specific services, not entire regions. Your data is replicated, and we have disaster recovery plans in place.
Ready to Explore Azure?
Whether you're looking to host a single application or build a complete cloud infrastructure, we'll help you understand what Azure can do for your business. No obligation, just an honest conversation about what makes sense.
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