Businesses that manage migration to the cloud will receive huge rewards in productivity and lower total cost of ownership, than those that choose to ignore it. The challenge for IT professionals is to manage migration using solutions that provide the best on-premise and off-premise equipment. The driving force behind cloud migration is efficient utilization of cloud resources to reduce the operating costs of the business.

This book provides you with business and technical insight necessary to migrate your business to the cloud. It presents a practical look at cloud migration and the use of Intel and Microsoft* technologies to support migration. Numerous examples of cloud migration with technical migration details are included for the business owner and IT professional.

Matt Katzer is a veteran of embedded technology development, from Ford's 1978 (Electronic Engine Control) EEC-II controlling air-fuel ratios and automation controls at GM, to working on the first 1" laptop in partnership with Sharp. His expertise and innovations have resulted in 19 domestic and international patents in related areas. He has contributed to computing innovations as engineer and manager, influencing strategic direction as well as product development. Matt created KAMIND in 1998 to provide out sourced IT managed solutions using Microsoft and Intel Technologies for small and medium-size businesses. In addition, Matt holds a BSEE from the University of Michigan and an Executive MBA from the University of Oregon.

Don Crawford brings over 40 years of experience developing database systems, online systems, networks and security, business and project management, and strategic planning. He has worked for Fortune 100 companies to start-ups and organizations including local government in Oregon, Software AG, First Interstate Bank, Tektronix, CACI, OHSU, and LocalDial. He built a consulting business supporting industries including hospitals and medical organizations, technology companies, service companies, start-ups and nonprofits. Don is partner in KAMIND.