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Work From Anywhere, Without Giving Up Security
Cloud solutions move your applications, files, and desktops off aging local hardware and into secure, managed online environments your team can reach from anywhere. SOL-I.S. plans and runs that move so it is secure, organized, and built around how your business actually works. We help businesses across the Twin Cities South Metro modernize without losing control of their data.
Cloud done wrong is worse than no cloud at all.
Files scattered across personal accounts, no clear control over who can see what, a migration that drags on and breaks workflows. Moving to the cloud carelessly trades old problems for new ones, and a misconfigured cloud is one of the most common ways businesses leak data without ever knowing it happened. The cloud is only an advantage when it is set up with intent.
How we deliver it
A disciplined approach, start to finish.
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We plan the move before we make it
We map what you have, what your team needs, and where the risks are before anything migrates. A good cloud plan prevents the broken workflows and surprise costs that come from rushing. We measure twice and cut once.
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Microsoft 365 set up the right way
Email, files, collaboration, and identity in one managed environment, configured with security and structure from the start. We do not just turn it on, we set permissions, protections, and backups so it works for you and not against you.
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Hosted and virtual desktops when they fit
For teams that need a consistent, secure desktop from any location or device, we deliver hosted and virtual desktops that keep your data in a controlled environment instead of scattered across personal machines. We recommend this only where it genuinely earns its place.
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Security travels with your data
We secure your cloud environment with access controls, multi-factor authentication, and monitoring so convenience never comes at the cost of protection. The cloud changes where your data lives, not whether it is defended.
What's included
Everything you get with Cloud Solutions.
- Microsoft 365 setup, configuration, and ongoing management
- Cloud migration planning and execution
- Hosted and virtual desktop deployment where appropriate
- Cloud security configuration and access controls
- Multi-factor authentication for cloud accounts
- Data backup for cloud-hosted files and email
- User onboarding and permission management
- Ongoing optimization and support for your cloud environment
The outcome
- A team that can work securely from anywhere
- Predictable subscription costs instead of big hardware bills
- Less hardware to maintain and worry about
- Data that is protected, organized, and recoverable
The difference
On-premise servers versus a managed cloud environment
| Aging On-Premise Server | Managed Cloud | |
|---|---|---|
| Access | Mostly tied to the office | Secure access from anywhere |
| Upfront cost | Large hardware purchases | Predictable subscription |
| Maintenance | Yours to babysit | Managed and updated for you |
| Disaster risk | One building, one failure point | Redundant and recoverable |
| Scaling up | Buy and install more hardware | Adjust as you grow |
Answers
Cloud Solutions: common questions
What does moving to the cloud actually mean for my business?
It means your files, email, and applications live in secure, managed online environments instead of on a server in your closet. Your team can reach what they need from anywhere, you stop buying and maintaining as much physical hardware, and your data becomes easier to protect and recover. We handle the planning and the move so daily work keeps running.
Is the cloud secure enough for my company data?
Yes, when it is configured correctly. The leading cloud platforms like Microsoft 365 are built with strong security, but most cloud data leaks come from misconfiguration, not the platform itself. We set up access controls, multi-factor authentication, and monitoring so your environment is genuinely protected, not just assumed to be.
Will a cloud migration disrupt our work?
We plan migrations specifically to avoid that. By mapping your environment and workflows before we move anything, we prevent the broken processes and downtime that come from rushing. We sequence the work and stay available through the transition so your team keeps moving while the change happens behind the scenes.
Do we have to move everything to the cloud at once?
No, and you may not need to move everything at all. We recommend a hybrid approach when it fits, keeping some systems local and others in the cloud based on what makes sense for your operations and budget. The goal is the right setup for your business, not the cloud for its own sake.
What is Microsoft 365 and do we need it?
Microsoft 365 is a managed cloud suite that bundles email, file storage, collaboration tools, and identity management. Most businesses benefit from having those pieces in one secure, managed environment instead of stitched together from separate services. We configure it with the right security and structure so it actually saves you time rather than adding confusion.
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