Cloud & Microsoft

Pay for the cloud you need, and nothing you don’t.

Microsoft 365 and Azure, migrated, secured and managed, with a transparent cost model that shows what belongs in the cloud and what should stay on-premises.

  • Microsoft 365
  • Azure
  • Hybrid cloud
  • Entra ID & MFA
  • Intune
  • Licensing
Why it matters

Cloud is a decision, not a default

The cloud brings flexibility, resilience and modern collaboration, but moving everything is not always the cheapest option. In our five-year cost model for a mid-sized company running 11 servers, keeping them on-premises came out about 35% cheaper than moving them all to Azure, while AI workloads and offsite backups were better placed in the cloud. See the full model. Every environment is different, which is why we model yours before recommending either.

FOXMINDS designs hybrid architectures that put each workload where it performs best for its cost. We handle Microsoft 365 migrations, Azure landing zones, identity and device management, backup and disaster recovery, and the licensing that ties it together.

What you get
  • A cloud strategy backed by a transparent 5-year cost model
  • Smooth migration of email, files and Teams with no data loss
  • Identity protected by Entra ID, MFA and conditional access
  • Devices managed and secured with Intune
  • Data residency options in UAE regions or on-premises
What we deliver

Cloud and Microsoft services

Microsoft 365 migration & management

Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams migration from on-premises or other platforms, plus ongoing administration.

Azure infrastructure

Landing zones, virtual machines, networking, Azure SQL and app hosting, including in-country UAE regions.

Hybrid cloud design

Connect your data center with Azure through VPN, shared identity, backup and site recovery.

Identity & access (Entra ID)

Single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, conditional access and privileged access management.

Device management (Intune)

Enroll, configure, update and protect laptops and phones from one console, including BYOD.

Microsoft licensing & cost optimization

Right-sized Microsoft 365, Azure and server licensing, reserved instances and regular cost reviews.

Technologies & platforms

Vendor-neutral, certified expertise

We recommend what fits your environment and budget, not what fills a quota.

  • Microsoft 365
  • Exchange Online
  • SharePoint & OneDrive
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Entra ID
  • Intune
  • Azure Backup & Site Recovery
  • Google Cloud
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to move our servers to Azure?

Not always. Cloud is often cheaper in the first two years, but for stable, always-on workloads on-premises can cost less over five years. We build a transparent total-cost-of-ownership model before recommending either. See an example.

Can our data stay in the UAE?

Yes. Microsoft operates Azure regions in the UAE (UAE North in Dubai and UAE Central in Abu Dhabi) for in-country data residency. We can also keep sensitive workloads on-premises.

Will a Microsoft 365 migration disrupt our work?

We migrate in planned waves, usually outside working hours, with mailbox and file synchronization so users keep working. Most users simply sign in to the new environment on day one.

Do you sell Microsoft licences?

Yes. We supply Microsoft 365, Azure and on-premises licences and help you choose the right plans so you don’t pay for features you don’t use.

Next step

Is your Microsoft 365 or Azure setup costing too much?

We review your licences, consumption and security settings and show where you can save and what to fix first.