We help businesses move files, applications and servers to the cloud so your team can work securely from anywhere. We will tell you honestly what belongs in the cloud, what does not and what it will cost.
Shared drives moved into SharePoint and Teams, and personal folders into OneDrive, with permissions set up properly.
Applications that still need a server can run on a hosted server in Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services or a UK data centre.
A full Windows desktop in the cloud, useful for specialist software, remote teams or contractors who need secure access.
Cloud phone systems and business applications that work wherever your team is, without equipment in the office.
We review cloud subscriptions and resources so you pay for what you use, and watch for costs creeping up.
Multi factor authentication, sensible sharing settings and backups configured as standard on every cloud service we set up.
The cloud simply means running your files and software on servers in professional data centres rather than on equipment in your office. Done well, it means staff can work securely from anywhere, there is less hardware to maintain and you are not caught out by an ageing server failing.
But not everything belongs in the cloud, and costs can grow if nobody is watching. We look at how your business works and recommend what makes sense, whether that is moving everything, keeping some things on site or a mix of both.
We use Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services and UK data centres depending on what suits each workload, and we manage cloud services as part of our managed IT support.
Many cloud projects start with Microsoft 365, which most businesses already have.
We look at your servers, files, applications and how your team works, and identify what would benefit from moving.
You get a plain English recommendation covering options, likely ongoing costs and any risks.
We move data and applications in planned stages, test everything and show your team where things now live.
We look after your cloud services day to day, keep them secure and review costs regularly.
For many small businesses, the biggest cloud win is replacing the shared drive on an office server with SharePoint and OneDrive, which are included in most Microsoft 365 business plans.
Shared company files move into SharePoint, organised into sites or Teams for each department or function. Personal working files move into each person's OneDrive. Files sync to laptops so they can be opened in File Explorer as before, and they are available from a web browser or phone when needed. Version history makes it easy to go back to an earlier copy, and several people can work on the same document at once.
A good migration needs some thought beforehand. We look at your current folder structure and permissions, tidy up what can be archived or removed, design a sensible layout and check for files that do not suit SharePoint, such as some database files or very large design files. Then we move the data, check it and help your team find their way around.
Some software still needs a Windows server, for example certain accounts, practice management or industry specific applications. If your on site server is ageing, one option is to run that software on a hosted server instead.
We can host servers in Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services or UK data centres, choosing what suits the software, your budget and any data location requirements. Staff connect securely from the office or from home, and the hardware is someone else's problem.
Virtual desktops go a step further: each user gets a full Windows desktop running in the cloud, which they can reach from almost any device. They can work well for specialist software, teams spread across several locations or contractors who need controlled access. They are not right for everyone, and we will explain the trade offs.
The cloud is not always the cheapest or best answer. If your software needs fast local access to very large files, your internet connection is limited, or a hosted option would cost far more over its lifetime, keeping some equipment on site can be the sensible choice. We will set out the options and the long term costs side by side so you can decide.
Phone systems have moved to the cloud too. Through our sister brand Virtual Voice Office, we provide cloud phone systems that work on desk phones, computers and mobiles, so calls follow your team wherever they are. Many other business applications, from accounts packages to CRM systems, are now offered as cloud services. We can help you choose, set up and connect them securely.
Cloud services are usually charged monthly per user or by how much you use. That flexibility is useful, but costs can creep up: licences for people who have left, subscriptions nobody remembers signing up for, or hosted servers running at a larger size than they need.
We review your cloud subscriptions and resources regularly, remove what is not needed and right size what is left. Before any move, we give you a realistic estimate of ongoing costs so there are no surprises.
Moving to the cloud does not remove the need for good security; it changes where it is needed. We protect every cloud service we set up with multi factor authentication, careful sharing settings and admin account controls. We also make sure your data is backed up independently, because cloud providers protect their service, not your data against deletion or ransomware. Read more on our backup and recovery page.
A move to the cloud does not have to happen all at once. Many businesses start with email and files in Microsoft 365, then move other applications as their software contracts renew or their server reaches the end of its life. Planning in stages spreads the cost and the change for your team, and we can set this out as part of an IT roadmap.
The more you rely on the cloud, the more you rely on your internet connection. A reliable business connection, ideally with a backup, is part of any cloud plan. Our sister brand Cyber Fibre provides business broadband, and we can add 4G or 5G backup so your team can keep working if the main line goes down.
If you are thinking about the cloud, or your server is getting old, get in touch and we will talk through the options honestly.
Real words from North East businesses we look after.
“Cyber Fits manages our servers and production workstations, ensuring the uptime of our services and equipment is always maintained. Their quick response to any issues or downtime is impressive, and they consistently resolve problems within our SLA. Security is paramount to us, and Cyber Fits provides us with state of the art cyber security software to protect our company.”
“Cyber Fits has been instrumental in looking after our computers and website. Their expertise and reliable service have kept our systems running smoothly, allowing us to focus on our core business. Whether it's regular maintenance or troubleshooting, Matt and his team are always there when we need them.”
“Cyber Fits has been a huge help in keeping our IT and phone systems running smoothly across the building. From day to day support to improving our connectivity, they're quick to respond and easy to work with. It's reassuring knowing we've got local engineers we can rely on.”
Many small businesses no longer need one. Files can move to SharePoint and OneDrive, and email is already in Microsoft 365. If you run software that needs a server, it can often be hosted in the cloud instead. We will look at your setup and tell you honestly.
Major cloud providers invest heavily in security, but how your account is set up matters just as much. We configure multi factor authentication, sensible sharing settings and admin controls, and add independent backups.
It depends on the service. Microsoft 365 tenancies set up for UK businesses generally store core data in UK data centres, and for hosted servers we can choose a UK location. We will tell you where your data lives for each service we set up.
Sometimes, but not always. It removes hardware costs and replacement cycles, but adds monthly charges. We compare the long term costs of each option so you can make an informed decision.
Yes. SharePoint and OneDrive files can sync to laptops and appear in File Explorer, so day to day working feels familiar, while also being available from a browser or phone.
Yes. We use Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services and UK data centres, choosing the option that best suits the software, budget and requirements of each business.
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