Microsoft Azure Services
Azure landing zones, subscription design, Entra ID SSO, policy guardrails, and cost budgets. App hosting via App Services, AKS, and Azure Functions matched to the workload, with hybrid connectivity for .NET/Windows and existing licence (E5/SA) utilisation.
Overview
If your technology stack is built on Microsoft — Windows Server, SQL Server, Active Directory, .NET applications — then Azure is the most natural path to cloud, integrating deeply with the tools and licences you already own. But Azure done poorly means ungoverned subscriptions, spiralling costs, and complexity that erodes the integration advantage. We design landing zones, application hosting, and hybrid connectivity that meet your estate where it is — and we are honest about when Azure is the right call and when it is just habit.
Clevertek scopes every engagement to your environment — capacity, sites, compliance and support model — so you get a tailored plan rather than a fixed SKU. Pricing is quote-only, and our solutions architects will work through your requirements before any proposal.
Our approach
We design and operate Azure environments that leverage its deep Microsoft integration while keeping costs governed and operations manageable. For landing zones, we structure subscriptions, configure Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) with SSO and Conditional Access, and apply Azure Policy and budgets from day one. For application hosting, we match each workload to the right service — App Services, AKS, Azure Functions, or VMs — balancing PaaS convenience with container flexibility. For hybrid scenarios, we connect Azure to your on-premises environment through ExpressRoute or VPN, extending your existing identity and management tools rather than replacing them. We handle the licensing complexity — Azure Hybrid Benefit, reserved instances, and existing Windows/SQL entitlements — so you do not pay for what you already own.
Why work with us
Deep Microsoft stack expertise
Windows Server, .NET, SQL Server, Active Directory, and the full Azure platform — we understand how Microsoft technologies fit together and design accordingly.
Licensing that does not waste money
We model existing Windows Server and SQL Server licences through Azure Hybrid Benefit, reserved instances, and EA commitments before recommending new spend.
Landing zone with governance built in
Azure Policy, management groups, budgets, and role-based access control configured during the landing zone build — not retrofitted after cost overruns.
Pragmatic PaaS versus containers decisions
App Services, AKS, Functions, or VMs — each workload gets the right hosting model, not the one with the loudest product team. We explain the trade-off in cost and complexity.
Hybrid connectivity as standard
ExpressRoute, VPN, and Azure Arc connect your on-premises environment to Azure as a seamless extension, not a separate silo.
Honest about Azure vs alternatives
We tell you when Azure is the right call for your workload and when another cloud or on-premises serves you better. No forced migration for its own sake.
Key benefits
What this solution delivers for your business.
Optimised licensing costs
Azure Hybrid Benefit, reserved instances, and existing EA commitments reduce Azure spend by using Windows and SQL licences you already own.
Seamless hybrid connectivity
ExpressRoute and VPN connect Azure to your on-premises environment as one network, extending your existing identity and management tools.
Governed, cost-predictable Azure estate
Azure Policy, management groups, budgets, and tagging give you control over what teams can provision and what each subscription spends.
Right-sized application hosting
App Services, AKS, Functions, or VMs — each workload gets the hosting model that balances cost, performance, and operational complexity.
Integrated identity and access
Entra ID with SSO, Conditional Access, and MFA extends your on-premises identity to Azure seamlessly — one identity for cloud and on-premises resources.
Modernisation path for .NET and SQL
Move existing .NET applications and SQL Server workloads to Azure with minimal refactoring, then modernise at your own pace.
What's included
Part of this managed service.
Landing zone and governance
Subscription structure, management groups, Azure Policy, RBAC, and budgets designed for governance and cost control from day one.
- Management group and subscription design
- Azure Policy and initiative assignment
- RBAC and Entra ID integration
- Budget and cost allocation framework
Application hosting and modernisation
Workload-matched hosting on App Services, AKS, Azure Functions, or VMs — with CI/CD, monitoring, and scaling configured.
- App Service and Web App deployment
- AKS container orchestration
- Azure Functions serverless compute
- .NET modernisation and SQL migration
Hybrid and networking
ExpressRoute, VPN, Azure Virtual WAN, and DNS integration connecting Azure to your on-premises environment.
- ExpressRoute provisioning and management
- Site-to-site and point-to-site VPN
- Azure DNS and private DNS zones
- Azure Virtual WAN design
Identity, security and compliance
Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, Defender for Cloud, and compliance policy aligned to your regulatory requirements.
- Entra ID and SSO integration
- Conditional Access and MFA policies
- Microsoft Defender for Cloud
- Compliance policy with Azure Policy
Where it helps
Real-world scenarios where this solution delivers measurable outcomes.
A Microsoft shop going cloud
Move .NET applications, SQL Server databases, and Active Directory to Azure without abandoning the investment you already have — using existing licences through Azure Hybrid Benefit.
An Azure bill out of control
Restructure subscriptions, apply Azure Policy and budgets, and optimise reserved instances and Hybrid Benefit — turning a surprise bill into a predictable line item.
Extending on-premises to the cloud
Connect your existing data centre to Azure via ExpressRoute, extending your identity, management, and security tools to cloud resources as if they were on your local network.
Questions buyers actually ask
Is Azure only for Microsoft shops?
It is strongest there, but it runs Linux, containers, and open-source stacks fine. We tell you when Azure is the fit and when another cloud serves you better.
Can you use our existing licences?
Yes — especially Windows Server and SQL Server entitlements through Azure Hybrid Benefit. We check existing licence positions before recommending any new spend.
Do you run it afterwards?
Managed Azure operations are available, or we hand over with runbooks, cost review rhythm, and your team trained.
What about Azure DevOps and CI/CD?
We configure Azure DevOps pipelines, GitHub Actions, or your existing CI/CD tooling as part of the application hosting setup — deployment automation from day one.
Can you help with Azure EA or CSP?
Yes. We work within your existing Enterprise Agreement or CSP relationship, optimising reserved-instance purchases and helping you manage Azure spending commitments.
Ready to scope a solution?
Talk to a Clevertek solutions architect about your requirements — no obligation.