![Successful businesses must be cloud-based. Why?](https://assets.community.aws/a/2g5eiSACAkNeFJXtU8Z2FsG4UyC/On-premises-vs-Cloud-1-jpg.webp)
Successful businesses must be cloud-based. Why?
Discover how on-premises vs. cloud migration impacts business efficiency and costs. Explore cloud vs. on-premises comparison and factors to consider before deciding between on-premises or cloud.
Understanding the fundamentals of on-premises and cloud
Explore the best strategies to migrate to the AWS cloud
Factors to consider before deciding between on-premises or cloud
On-premises vs. cloud comparison
What reputable sources mention on adopting cloud computing
Leverage our AWS migration services to empower your transition
![AWS-whitwpaper-Page-segmente-image](https://assets.community.aws/a/2g5ev3Ez2DWrhkcdH7SDpFhaNwR/AWS-whitwpaper-Page-segmente-image-jpg.webp)
- Direct access to physical infrastructure
- Faster data retrieval within the premises
- Enhanced security for isolated sensitive data
- Tailor-made solutions for specific needs
- Full control over hardware and software
- Fixed resource allocation
- Complete control over data location
- Direct management of server security
- Easier adherence to industry standards
- Fine-tune systems to unique requirements
- Granular control over system settings
- Smooth connection with existing tools
- In-house IT team handles the maintenance
- Periodic investment required
- Ongoing operational expenses
- Accessible from anywhere over the internet
- Enables flexible work arrangements
- Scales seamlessly across regions
- Dynamically adjust resources as needed
- Choose from diverse service models
- Operates on a pay-as-you-go basis
- Security management handled by experts
- Robust threat detection measures implemented
- Automatic application of regular security patches
- Ready-made services for rapid deployment
- Some flexibility within certain constraints
- Less manual configurationbasis
- Maintenance managed externally
- Regular monthly operating costs
- No need for physical updates
- Large initial CapEx
- Risk of overprovisioning
- Limited. Manual effort to scale
- Infrastructure restrictions
- Full physical control
- Customizable protocols
- Manual updates
- Potential for downtime
- Limited to internal network
- Slower VPNs
- Optimized for specific workloads
- Potential latency issues
- Highly customizable
- Requires technical expertise
- Tailored to regulations
- Requires ongoing management
- Dependent on physical backups
- Longer recovery times
- Restricted to on-site employees
- Challenging remote collaboration
- Slower to implement new tech
- Limited by existing infrastructure
- Higher energy consumption
- Difficult to scale down
- Pay-as-you-go OpEx
- No hardware costs
- Instant global reach
- Scalable infrastructure
- Advanced features
- Compliance certifications
- Automatic updates
- Continuous monitoring
- Access anywhere
- Real-time collaboration tools
- Distributed resources
- Easy switch between instances
- Limited customization
- User-friendly interfaces
- Built-in compliance standards
- Less hands-on management
- Cloud-based backups
- Rapid recovery options
- Seamless collaboration
- Accessible by all employees
- Quick adoption of new services
- Encourages experimentation
- Shared resources
- Energy-efficient operations
- Improved Customer Service: Cloud adoption enhances responsiveness and customer experience.
- Cost-Efficiency: Reduced infrastructure costs and pay-as-you-go models.
- Faster Implementation Cycles: Rapid deployment and agility.