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Cloud Migration & Modernization

Move fast. Land right.

Migrating to the cloud is the easy part. Migrating so it costs less and runs better is where we shine.
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Move fast. Land right.

Migrating to the cloud is the easy part. Migrating so it costs less and runs better is where we shine.
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When cloud costs reach a breaking point

Two cloud pressures are converging: Vendor licensing changes, including Broadcom’s VMware terms, are pushing organizations to replatform virtual workloads on someone else’s timeline.

At the same time, recent lift-and-shift migrations are coming due, and many cost far more in the public cloud than they did on-premises. For many organizations, it adds up to a portfolio that needs to move and a budget that can’t absorb any missteps.

In other words, migration is no longer an “if.” It’s a matter of how, where, and in what order.

 

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The OnX approach

The lift-and-shift trap

Lift-and-shift is the fastest way into the cloud and, left alone, the most expensive way to stay there. Workloads that ran fine on owned hardware often arrive in public cloud over-provisioned and metered by the hour. Some belong there once they are right-sized. But others run more predictably and more cheaply in a managed environment with fixed-rate economics. 

We tell you which is which before the invoice does.

Cloud Migration & Modernization capabilities

 Maximize ROI in the cloud by migrating and rebuilding workloads.

Cloud Migration


OnX migrates isolated workloads as well as full environments. That includes VMware-to-cloud paths for organizations replatforming off VMware under Broadcom’s licensing changes and datacenter-to-cloud paths for organizations consolidating or exiting their facilities. When speed matters most, we deliver lift-and-shift migrations with clarity on the optimization that must follow.

Cloud Modernization


Modernization adapts workloads to new environments instead of relocating them “as is.” We replatform applications so they run efficiently in the cloud. We modernize systems to extend their useful life and lower their cost. And we provide a managed-infrastructure landing spot for the workloads that aren’t ready to re-architect. That way, you can run them predictably while you modernize on your own timeline.

What success looks like

Three outcomes show up most consistently for our Cloud Migration & Modernization clients.

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Cost optimization

We embed right-sizing and placement into every migration. For workloads better suited to managed infrastructure, we route them to fixed-rate economics rather than consumption billing.

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Business agility

A well-executed migration is a foundation for what comes next. Modernized workloads release faster and scale more easily.

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Reduced risk

A migration sequenced in waves lets you prove the pattern on lower-risk workloads before touching mission-critical systems. For clients operating in highly regulated sectors, we engineer for compliance from day one.

 “The cloud isn't inherently cheaper. The savings come from making the right architectural and operational decisions. That's why we focus on optimization as much as migration.”   

Milind Singh

Milind Singh

 Director, Cloud Solutions

Don’t take our word for it

“OnX has been an incredible partner and really takes the time to understand our needs and our culture. They have been fantastic throughout and represent OnX professionally and with curiosity about our technology landscape.”

DirectorHealthcare

“Onx is exceptionally agile partner, consistently attentive to our needs and always quick to adapt. Their customer focus and responsiveness truly set them apart as a top-tier service provider.”

Deputy CTOBFSI

“OnX is a reliable and trusted partner whose deliberate focus on understanding our environment, challenges, and business outcomes helps us advance complex initiatives with confidence.”

ManagerGovernment

“The OnX account team consistently demonstrates professionalism, expertise, and a strong commitment to service. They translate customer requirements into practical, cost-effective solutions, making them a valuable partner.”

 Sr. ManagerBFSI

“The OnX account team consistently demonstrates professionalism, expertise, and a strong commitment to service. They translate customer requirements into practical, cost-effective solutions, making them a valuable part.”

DirectorUtilities

OnX Cloud solutions

Migration sits inside a wider cloud practice that includes strategy, resilience, and ongoing operations.

What makes the difference

National expertise with local accountability.

For 40+ years, OnX has helped Canadian organizations solve complex technology challenges. Our national reach provides access to deep technical capabilities, industry specialists, and leading technology partners, while our local teams remain accountable for outcomes and invested in your success. We listen before we recommend and stay engaged throughout delivery.

Industry knowledge that matters. 

Regulatory requirements and operational realities shape your technology decisions. OnX brings deep experience supporting complex, highly regulated organizations through modernization, cybersecurity, cloud transformation, and AI adoption. With a deep understanding of governance, compliance, and security, we know how to deliver outcomes within those constraints.

Partnership that goes the distance.

Technology initiatives succeed when the right partner stays committed after implementation. OnX works alongside you from strategic planning and procurement to modernization, managed services, and AI transformation. We strive for partnerships built on trust, accountability, and a shared commitment to long-term success.

Related insights 

Frequently asked questions 

How long does an enterprise cloud migration take? Cloud migration timelines depend on the size and complexity of the environment. A targeted workload migration for a smaller organization can finish in a few weeks, while an enterprise migration involving hundreds of applications and their dependencies can span 12 to 18 months or more. OnX begins every engagement with a client-specific cloud migration assessment that maps the portfolio and sequences the move.
Should we move our VMware workloads to the cloud because of Broadcom licensing changes? For many organizations, Broadcom’s VMware licensing changes make re-platforming worth evaluating, but the right destination varies by workload. Some workloads move cleanly to Azure or AWS; some run more predictably on managed infrastructure with fixed-rate economics; some are best replaced or modernized. OnX assesses your virtual estate and models the multi-year cost of each path, then executes the migration to the destination that fits.
What is the difference between lift-and-shift and modernization? Lift-and-shift relocates a workload to the cloud largely unchanged. While it’s the fastest path (and useful when speed matters), unmodified workloads are often over-provisioned and expensive to run long term. Modernization adapts the workload through replatforming, right-sizing, or re-architecture, so it runs efficiently in its target environment. OnX recommends the right approach for each workload and pairs lift-and-shift with the optimization needed to keep costs in check.

Migrate with confidence.

Request a migration assessment and get a path for every workload.