Cloud & Hosting
Modern Cloud Solutions, Expertly Managed
TechniWorx designs, deploys, and manages Microsoft 365, Azure cloud environments, and server migrations for growing businesses. Stop worrying about aging servers — move to the cloud with confidence.
The Case for Cloud
Why Businesses Are Leaving Servers Behind
Physical servers in your office come with hidden costs most business owners don't fully account for: hardware depreciation, UPS and cooling infrastructure, software licensing, power consumption, backup hardware, and the labor cost of managing it all. Then there's the risk — a failed hard drive or flooded server room can take days to recover from.
Cloud platforms like Microsoft 365 and Azure eliminate these costs, deliver built-in redundancy, and let your team work from anywhere on any device. TechniWorx manages the transition and the ongoing environment so you get the benefits without the complexity.
Azure Common Use Cases
- Line-of-business application hosting
- Remote desktop / virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)
- SQL Server and database hosting
- Development and test environments
- Disaster recovery failover site
- Web application and API hosting
- File server replacement with Azure Files
- Hybrid identity with Azure Active Directory
Not sure if Azure is right for your workload? We provide free architecture consultations for prospective clients.
Service Coverage
Everything We Manage in the Cloud
From your first Microsoft 365 license to a multi-region Azure deployment, TechniWorx handles it end to end.
Microsoft Exchange / Business Email
Professional email hosted on Microsoft Exchange Online. Your team gets reliable, enterprise-grade email with 50 GB mailboxes, calendaring, global address lists, and tight integration with the rest of the Microsoft 365 suite. We handle migrations, DNS configuration, anti-spam, and ongoing mailbox management.
Microsoft Teams
Teams is the hub for modern workplace communication. We deploy, configure, and support Teams for chat, video meetings, screen sharing, channel-based collaboration, and Teams Phone (cloud PBX). From initial rollout to ongoing adoption support, we ensure your team actually uses it.
SharePoint & Intranet
Replace aging file servers with SharePoint Online for document management, team sites, and intranet portals. We design SharePoint site architectures, configure permissions, migrate existing files, and train your staff — turning SharePoint from a confusing tool into an essential one.
OneDrive & Cloud File Storage
Every Microsoft 365 user gets 1 TB of personal cloud storage with OneDrive. We configure sync settings, set up folder backup, and establish policies for data retention and sharing. Employees can access their files from any device, anywhere — without a VPN.
Azure Cloud Hosting
Run your workloads, applications, and virtual machines in Microsoft Azure. We design, deploy, and manage Azure environments including virtual machines, Azure Active Directory, Azure SQL, blob storage, and network security groups. Right-sized compute keeps costs predictable.
Server-to-Cloud Migration
Physical servers in your office are a liability — they require hardware refreshes, consume power, generate heat, and fail. We assess your server workloads and migrate them to Azure or appropriate SaaS equivalents, eliminating on-premises hardware costs and reducing risk.
Hybrid Cloud Architecture
Not everything belongs in the cloud. Latency-sensitive applications, legacy software, and compliance-restricted data may need to stay on-premises. We design hybrid environments that intelligently split workloads between cloud and on-prem, with seamless integration between the two.
Microsoft Licensing Management
Microsoft licensing is surprisingly complex. We manage your Microsoft 365, Azure, and Entra ID licenses — tracking user counts, optimizing plan assignments, processing new hire and off-board license changes, and ensuring you're never over- or under-licensed.
Cloud Backup for Microsoft 365
Microsoft does not back up your Exchange, SharePoint, or Teams data. A common misconception costs businesses their data every day. We implement dedicated third-party backup for your entire Microsoft 365 tenant with point-in-time restore capabilities.
Cloud-to-Cloud Backup
Every SaaS platform your business relies on should have an independent backup. We extend backup coverage to cloud platforms, ensuring that vendor outages, accidental deletions, and ransomware don't permanently destroy your data.
Microsoft 365
Which Microsoft 365 Plan Is Right for You?
Microsoft 365 Business plans are designed for small and mid-sized businesses with up to 300 users. Here's a practical comparison to help you choose — we'll recommend the right mix for your team.
Microsoft 365 Business Basic
$6/user/mo
Microsoft list price — contact us for volume pricing
Best for: Light office users, email-focused teams
- Exchange Online email
- Teams (chat & meetings)
- SharePoint & OneDrive
- 1 TB storage per user
- Web & mobile Office apps only
Microsoft 365 Business Standard
$12.50/user/mo
Microsoft list price — contact us for volume pricing
Best for: Most small business employees
- Everything in Basic
- Desktop Office apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Outlook desktop client
- Webinars & attendee registration
- MileIQ mileage tracking
Microsoft 365 Business Premium
$22/user/mo
Microsoft list price — contact us for volume pricing
Best for: Security-conscious businesses, regulated industries
- Everything in Standard
- Microsoft Defender for Business (EDR)
- Azure AD P1 (conditional access)
- Intune device management
- Information protection & compliance tools
Microsoft 365 pricing above reflects standard Microsoft list pricing as of 2024. TechniWorx can bundle M365 licensing with your managed IT plan for simplified billing.
Migration Process
How We Move You to the Cloud
Cloud migrations don't have to be painful. Our structured process has guided dozens of businesses through successful transitions with minimal downtime.
Discovery & Planning
We inventory your current environment, map workloads to Microsoft 365/Azure equivalents, identify migration risks, and build a detailed cutover plan.
Pre-Migration Setup
Domain configuration, DNS prep, tenant creation, license assignment, and security baseline configuration — all before a single mailbox is moved.
Data Migration
Email, calendars, contacts, files, and data are migrated using Microsoft's recommended tools. Cutover is scheduled during low-impact windows.
Testing & Validation
We test email flow, application access, mobile devices, and integration points before declaring the migration complete.
Training & Adoption
We conduct brief end-user training sessions and provide tip sheets so your team gets productive quickly on their new tools.
Take the Next Step
Ready to Modernize Your IT Infrastructure?
Whether you're moving from on-premises servers, setting up Microsoft 365 for the first time, or expanding into Azure, TechniWorx guides you every step of the way.