ArcGIS Cloud Migration

ArcGIS Cloud Migration Services for Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and ArcGIS Online

GCS specializes in ArcGIS cloud migration services, expertly guiding your transition to cloud environments such as Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and ArcGIS Online. Our comprehensive approach includes assessing your migration readiness, defining a tailored strategy, and implementing Proof of Concept (POC) cloud deployments. Our experienced team will thoroughly evaluate your existing on-premise architecture and create a comparable cloud-based system, ensuring we meet your specific implementation objectives.

Migrating your existing GIS applications and IT assets to the cloud offers a transformative opportunity for your organization. Embracing cloud technology can lead to cost reductions, increased agility, accelerated skill development, and the ability to deliver reliable, globally accessible services to your customers. Whether you’re looking to migrate from on-premise solutions, switch between cloud providers, or establish a hybrid system, our goal is to help you successfully implement a robust cloud strategy that drives your business forward.

The AWS migration process.

Building a Business Case for Migration to ArcGIS Cloud

At GCS, we specialize in helping organizations build a clear and compelling business case for migrating their ArcGIS capabilities to the cloud. Our expert facilitation empowers senior leadership to understand the significant value this transition offers, including cost savings, enhanced operational resilience, increased productivity, and faster delivery times.

Our team conducts a thorough economic analysis using tools such as the AWS Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculator, the Microsoft Azure pricing calculator, and comprehensive Esri licensing cost information. We focus on “Right Sizing,” ensuring that the instance types and sizes align perfectly with your workload performance and capacity requirements while minimizing costs.

Transform your organization’s GIS capabilities and maximize your return on investment with GCS’s expert guidance in cloud migration.

Migration Readiness and Planning for Successful Cloud Transitions

At GCS, we specialize in Migration Readiness Assessments to evaluate your organization’s commitment, competence, and capability for a successful transition to the cloud. Utilizing industry-standard frameworks like the AWS Cloud Adoption Framework (AWS CAF), we assess your cloud migration readiness comprehensively. Our approach considers various aspects of your environment, ensuring that all areas of your business are addressed—not just GIS. Preparing for a large-scale migration initiative involves strategic planning across several key areas, including infrastructure, data management, security, and user training. Let GCS help you navigate your cloud migration journey with confidence and clarity.

Migration Strategy for ArcGIS: Assessing Readiness and Choosing the Best Approach

When evaluating your organization’s readiness for a successful migration to ArcGIS, determining the most effective migration strategy is essential. The simplest option is a “lift and shift” approach, which involves moving your existing applications and data to the cloud without making any changes to the platform. This strategy typically requires the least effort, time, and cost. However, you may also consider a re-factor or re-architect approach, where geospatial business applications are redesigned and developed to leverage cloud-native features. This option is often driven by a compelling business need to enhance functionality, scalability, or performance—capabilities that may be challenging to achieve in the application’s current environment. At GCS, we carefully evaluate each standard migration strategy against your specific business and IT objectives, allowing us to weigh the pros and cons effectively and recommend the optimal path forward.

6 Strategies for Migrating Applications to the Cloud
The 6 most common cloud application migration strategies. 

ArcGIS Migration Implementation Services

At GCS, we specialize in ArcGIS Migration Implementation to help organizations seamlessly transition to the cloud. After establishing a structured plan for an efficient migration, our team executes the migration process with precision. In many cases, we conduct a Proof of Concept to evaluate your on-premise systems against a re-hosted cloud environment, ensuring compatibility and performance. Through iterative steps, we expertly migrate your GIS infrastructure and data while re-hosting or re-platforming applications for optimal functionality. Contact us today to learn more about our comprehensive migration implementation process and how we can support your cloud transition.

Certified ArcGIS Cloud Professionals at GCS: Your Experts in GIS Solutions

GCS boasts a team of certified ArcGIS and cloud professionals, including solution architects, system integrators, native cloud developers, data scientists, and experienced project managers. Our experts are dedicated to delivering innovative GIS solutions tailored to meet your organization’s needs, ensuring optimal performance and seamless integration of ArcGIS technology in the cloud.

GCS ArcGIS Cloud Services
As an Esri partner in the ArcGIS Cloud Services Specialty, GCS is recognized for expertise in deploying and managing ArcGIS in cloud environments.
As an Esri partner in the System Ready Specialty, GCS is recognized for keeping pace with Esri technology, expertise, and the community by helping users make smart decisions using Web GIS.

Get in Touch with GCS for ArcGIS Cloud Expertise

To learn more about our services, reach out to us today and speak with a certified ArcGIS Cloud Expert who can guide you in optimizing your GIS solutions.

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