Thomas Maurer discusses how organizations can streamline Azure migration and modernization projects with expert support from Microsoft Cloud Accelerate Factory, featuring insights from Ravi of Microsoft Azure.

Cloud Accelerate Factory: Accelerate Azure Adoption with Expert Guidance

Author: Thomas Maurer

Overview

Modern organizations face growing challenges as they migrate, modernize, and innovate in the cloud. This post explores the Microsoft Cloud Accelerate Factory—a structured program offering zero-cost, expert-driven support to accelerate secure Azure adoption.

Insights from the Azure Essentials Show

Thomas Maurer interviews Ravi from Microsoft Azure on the Azure Essentials Show, addressing practical strategies for overcoming resource limitations, skill gaps, and uncertainty around cloud adoption best practices.

Watch the episode: Accelerate Cloud Adoption with Expert Guidance

Key Benefits of the Cloud Accelerate Factory

  • Zero-Cost Expert Support:
    • Hands-on migration and modernization guidance from Microsoft and certified partners
    • Coverage across Azure services
    • Industry best practices
    • Well-architected frameworks
  • Accelerated Timelines:
    • Structured sprint model for project execution
    • Rapid, high-quality deployments
    • Direct technical collaboration with Microsoft SMEs and partners
  • Maximize Microsoft Investments:
    • Optimize existing Azure resources
    • Extend the value and alignment to cloud adoption standards

Getting Started

  1. Visit Azure Accelerate for details on program offerings
  2. Connect with your Microsoft Account Executive or partner to identify eligible projects
  3. Initiate the nomination process for expert guidance

Additional Resources

About the Author

Thomas Maurer is EMEA Global Black Belt for Sovereign Cloud at Microsoft, with 15+ years of experience in cloud and datacenter innovation. He helps technical teams architect scalable, secure Azure solutions, and regularly shares his expertise via his blog, industry events, and social platforms.

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