Cloud migration is a critical step for organizations looking to modernize infrastructure, improve scalability, and drive innovation. In this video, we provide a comprehensive yet accessible overview of the essential aspects of migrating workloads and data to the cloud. You'll learn about the most common migration pitfalls that can stall your project, from underestimating legacy system complexity to hidden costs and downtime issues. We dive into various migration strategies—including rehosting, refactoring, and replatforming—and discuss how to choose the best path based on your business objectives and technical requirements.

Security and compliance are front-and-center considerations, and we address how to embed robust practices from the outset to protect sensitive data and meet regulatory standards. The video also covers practical guidance on minimizing business disruption during migration, managing costs throughout the process, and supporting your team through comprehensive training and change management initiatives. Post-migration, we explore strategies for continuous optimization to ensure long-term success, including leveraging cloud-native features for improved performance and cost savings. Finally, we share lessons learned from real-world migrations—both successful and challenging—to help you plan smarter and avoid common mistakes. Whether you’re planning your first migration or optimizing ongoing cloud initiatives, this guide will equip you with the knowledge you need.