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Working with higher education, government, and regulatory organisations to modernise IT architecture and systems, delivering efficient, cloud-enabled services
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Specialist Cloud Services for Central Government
CoreAzure have led the way in terms of cloud migrations in the UK education sector. We focus on the migration of:
- Infrastructure workloads and applications
- Office 365 (SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, and OneDrive for Business)
- Data and Fileshares
With all forms of migration services, we will design and configure target environments, covering architectural considerations such as Security by Design, Identity, Backup and DR, and network connectivity. As we are an Advanced Specialisms Microsoft Partner, we have access to and will support in securing Microsoft funding and grant options.
Service Benefits:
- Ensuring that on-going Azure consumption costs are minimised
- Prevent service disruption and availability of key systems
- Simplifies your IT service design
- Creates a platform for modernised services
A cloud assessment is a critical first step in a successful migration. It allows your organisation to understand current state, identify potential roadblocks, and plan for a smooth transition. Working with an accredited partner ensures that the assessment is conducted by experienced professionals who can provide a comprehensive migration plan that considers necessary security and compliance measures.
If you are interested in cloud migration and not sure where to begin, we are currently offering a free consultation with our cloud specialists.
Speak to our team today to avail this offer. Fill in the form above.
Scout - AI Powered Azure Cost Optimisation
Many organisations that have migrated to the Microsoft Azure cloud platform may not be fully optimising their environments, leading to unnecessary consumption costs and adversely impacting security and performance.
SCOUT takes it to the next level with in-depth optimisation discovery and analysis features.
Free Azure Optimisation Workshop
If you’re already running in the cloud, the best way to jumpstart your cost optimisation initiative is by making sure you have the right governance in place, which will give you immediate cost benefits. Our Azure Optimisation workshop will help you identify key cost saving areas within your business, and use of right tooling to maximise your investment.
Speak to our team to book in for this workshop
Experts in delivering secure, resilient, Cyber Security services keeping your systems and data safe
With the threat landscape continuously changing, your university must be ready for anything. We believe it’s vital to have the right processes, competence, and expertise to anticipate, prevent, and deliver counter measures before attacks happen.
Free threat and vulnerability dashboard offer! Fill in the form above
Get the most out of your workforce and optimise your cloud technologies
The CoreAzure Managed Service for Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Platform and End-User Support Managed Services provides comprehensive support tailored to complement an organisation's Managed Service Design/Operating model amid the evolving landscape of cloud-based infrastructure.
With a focus on technical and commercial flexibility, the services offer round-the-clock support and address all aspects of managing modern hybrid cloud platforms. The aim is to drive continuous improvement in end-user experience and reduce operational overheads, leveraging advanced technologies and 'shift-lift' strategies.
There are several benefits that we can offer our customers:
- An exemplary support model for hybrid cloud environments
- Improved first-time fix and self-service capabilities
- Access to skilled ITIL and Microsoft professionals
- Proactive and reactive support capabilities
- A model that adapts to your Service Operating Model
- ITSM options including Zendesk and ServiceNow which consolidates teams, data, and processes on a single platform, automating manual tasks, and ITSM integration
We offer transparent, explainable machine learning and artificial intelligence that delivers predictive models that your users can understand and trust.
Big Data and Analytics
Including Cortana Intelligence Suite, Data Lake Analytics, Data Lake Store, HDInsight, Machine Learning, Stream Analytics, Data Factory, and Data Catalogue.
Identity and Access Management
Including Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Intune, Enterprise Mobility Suite and Azure Rights Management.
Data and Storage
Including StorSimple, SQL Including BizTalk Server, Logic Apps, API Apps, and Web Apps (Azure App Service), Redis Cache, Azure Storage (Blobs, Tables, Queues, Files, and Discs), Azure SQL Data Warehouse, and SQL Server stretch database.
Our mission is to enable universities to harness the power of data for positive impact
We specialise in building secure, performant, and AI-ready cloud data platforms for universities.
Understanding your unique context, use cases, and crucially your constraints, we focus on building only what you really need and building it efficiently.
With extensive practical experience, we adeptly navigate the complexities of your legacy data systems and address the nuances of handling sensitive data.
What we can deliver for you
Let's create the AI-ready data platform your institution deserves and give your users an experience they’ll love!
+ AI-ready Data Platform engineering
+ Platform Modernisation Strategy
Service transformation for Central Government
ServiceNow
ServiceNow is a cloud-based platform that enables companies to manage digital workflows; improving operational efficiencies by streamlining and automating routine work tasks
User-Centred Design
By transitioning from a legacy system to a user-centred service, your university can streamline your funding allocation process and standardise your workflow and aim to provide better quality output
Enterprise Mobility Assessment
As more students and staff increase their dependency upon mobile technology, how do universities ensure that secure access to data and applications is provided, no matter where and when resources are needed?
Azure Integration Services
Azure Integration Services is a family of Azure services which provide a scalable, reliable platform for integrating on-premise systems, cloud-based applications, data, and processes across your enterprise
Trusted Research Environment (TRE)
Our TRE solution is based on readily available Azure resources, packaged to meet research requirements without the complexity, cost, or dependency of COTS (commercial-off-the-shelf) or SaaS solutions
Azure Lab Services
Azure Lab Services is a cloud service that allows instructors to create and manage virtual labs for various scenarios, such as classes, training, hackathons, and experiments
How we can help you
Experts you can trust
We are leaders in the Microsoft Cloud Platform with an ability to maximise your investment in Microsoft technology whilst supporting your vision to adopt cloud
We’ll help you assess, plan, and adopt
We set out to become the UK’s leading experts in Microsoft Azure, providing your university with the skills, knowledge and experience you require in order to maximise the benefits from the Microsoft Cloud Platform
Useful resources
Copilot for Microsoft 365
Copilot for Microsoft 365 is an AI companion recently introduced by Microsoft to assist users in their daily tasks. Utilising OpenAI's GPT-4, a highly capable language model, Copilot leverages a comprehensive dataset to enhance productivity and drive efficiency
Key considerations and best practices for successful cloud assessment
Cloud migration is a significant step for organisations looking to leverage the scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness of the cloud
Are you getting the most value from your cloud investment?
In 2022, European companies are dedicating an average of 25% of their IT budget to hosted or cloud-based services
Download our Free Cloud Modernisation eBook
In this quick 10-minute read, you’ll receive essential recommendations covering:
- Developing your migration roadmap
- Ensuring successful execution from beginning to end
- Future-proofing your cloud strategies
Don't just take our word for it
Customer stories
Data transformation at University of Greenwich
The University of Greenwich has recently chosen CoreAzure to deliver a cloud migration programme that will see the majority of IT services transition to Microsoft Azure over a three-year period
DfE - T Level courses
Through extensive user research, we formulated a service vision that integrated diverse work streams into a unified service approach that aligned with the delivery strategy for T Levels
Cloud-enabled enterprise mobility at the University of Huddersfield
This key programme of work is part of a Cloud Transformation Programme to deploy a secure mobile desktop across multiple platforms, providing access to teaching and learning, research, and business applications
Partner news
University Hospital Leicester transforms complaints handling process
Patient complaints to hospitals and GPs are prevalent. We ran extensive user research, data flow analysis, and source examination to model and organise the complaints data using collation, connection, and simplification methodologies
Partnership with University of Bristol to put the UK at the forefront of AI advances
We are proud to announce that Methods Analytics are one of the industry partners supporting the University of Bristol in pioneering the future of AI
Abertay University & CoreAzure: Cloud Migration Programme
We developed a resilient and secure digital infrastructure that would ensure that the university continue to be in control of, and be able to respond to, emerging cyber threats and security incidents