Most businesses rely on the cloud to power their operations. In fact, Gartner estimates that public cloud spending will pass $1 trillion by 2027 as the technology makes its way into more organizations.
However, managing cloud environments requires specific IT skill sets and tools that many internal IT departments lack. Azure Managed Services from a managed services provider (MSP) like Protera mediates this challenge by offering expert-driven cloud management, allowing organizations to focus on more pressing business goals. Instead of dedicating internal resources to maintaining cloud performance, security, and compliance, consider using an MSP to manage your Azure landscapes.
Protera is a leading provider of Azure Managed Services, helping businesses optimize their Azure workloads with proactive monitoring, automation, security management, and seamless integration. Whether your company wants to reduce operational costs, enhance scalability, or guarantee compliance, Protera's expertise can transform your Azure experience.
This article explores why Azure Managed Services are so valuable, how the model works, and how Protera's customized solutions can help you use Azure to its full potential.
Quick Takeaways
- Azure Managed Services eliminates the complexities of cloud management, allowing businesses to focus on growth and innovation.
- Outsourcing cloud operations reduces in-house IT expenses and ensures optimal resource usage.
- Built-in security features and regulatory compliance support protect sensitive data from cyber threats.
- Businesses can dynamically scale cloud resources and maintain peak performance through automation and proactive monitoring.
Top 7 Reasons to Use Azure Managed Services
1. Cost Efficiency
Managing a cloud environment in-house can be expensive, requiring dedicated IT staff, infrastructure, and ongoing maintenance. Azure Managed Services help organizations reduce costs by outsourcing cloud management to experienced professionals.
Outsourcing means you don't have to hire and train in-house cloud experts, significantly lowering operational expenses. Protera’s Azure Managed Services also includes Financial Operations (FinOps) as a core component of our delivery model, optimizing cloud resource usage, to provide governance over cloud spend.
2. Scalability and Flexibility
A key feature of cloud computing is the ability to scale on demand. Azure Managed Services allow enterprises to increase or decrease resources as needed without disruptions.
Whether dealing with seasonal spikes in traffic or steady long-term growth, Protera supports dynamic scaling without overprovisioning or underutilizing cloud resources. This flexibility is very useful for organizations with fluctuating workloads, allowing them to keep up with changing market conditions.
3. Security and Compliance
Security is a top priority for businesses operating in the cloud. Protera’s Azure Managed Services come with built-in security measures like data encryption, access controls, and threat monitoring to protect sensitive information.
Protera’s Azure cloud services also support compliance with industry regulations, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO standards, helping businesses avoid legal and financial risks. Monitoring vulnerabilities and applying security patches help maintain data integrity and prevent potential breaches.
4. Performance Optimization
Keeping a cloud environment running at peak efficiency requires constant monitoring and fine-tuning so that critical applications and services remain fast, responsive, and reliable.
Protera utilizes advanced monitoring toolsets and developed custom automation and AI-powered tooling to maximize uptime and avoid costly downtime, supporting a seamless cloud experience.
5. Proactive Monitoring and Maintenance
Protera’s Azure Managed Services include 24/7 monitoring to proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact business operations. This proactive approach helps maintain high performance and system reliability.
In addition, our Azure Managed Services automate updates and security patching so software, applications and infrastructure remain up to date with minimal manual intervention. Protera’s monitoring platforms also provide anomaly detection and context, correlation, and performance analysis.
6. Automation and AI-Driven Management
Modern cloud environments are increasingly complex, and integrating automation and AI into cloud management provides significant performance optimization. Protera’s suite of Azure Managed Services uses AI-powered tools to analyze cloud resource usage, optimize workloads, and predict future needs.
In addition, AI-driven insights improve performance and allocate computing power where it's needed, improving business operations with minimal manual effort.
7. Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
Unexpected failures, cyber threats, or system crashes can disrupt business operations, so you'll need disaster recovery protocols in place. In the Protera model, Azure Managed Services include backup and recovery strategies, safely storing and restoring data in an emergency.
Managed services also implement failover solutions, allowing businesses to switch to backup systems quickly and continue operations with minimal downtime. This level of protection provides business continuity, reducing financial and operational risks associated with unexpected outages.
Why Choose Protera for Azure Managed Services?
Protera is a trusted provider of Azure Managed Services, helping enterprises optimize, secure, and scale their Azure environments. With 14+ years as a Microsoft Azure partner, Protera specializes in managing complex Azure infrastructures across various industries.
Whether a business is migrating to Azure, optimizing its existing cloud environment, or aiming for security compliance, Protera's expert-driven services provide the support needed to streamline operations and reduce IT burdens.
We understand Azure inside and out and can offer our clients customized solutions. Businesses across industries have successfully leveraged Protera's Azure Managed Services to improve performance, reduce costs, and upgrade their security.
Whether a company is new to Azure or looking to optimize an existing environment, Protera provides the expertise and personalized support to make cloud management manageable.
Contact Protera Today
If you want to streamline your cloud management, Protera's Azure Managed Services can provide the expertise and support you need. Contact Protera today to explore how our solutions can help your business thrive in the cloud.