I get asked all the time about what tools are out there for migrating to Office 365, which is what I tend to leverage. Because if we’re moving from an exchange system that’s going to make the most seamless migration for your end users with the least amount of disruption. But a lot of times we are
Stop Comparing Microsoft 365 and Office 365
Despite unveiling Microsoft 365 way back in 2017, there is still confusion in the marketplace around the differences between Microsoft 365 and Office 365. Have no fear dear reader, Big Green IT is here to set the record straight. Apples & Oranges Microsoft 365 and Office 365 are not the same
Can I run SQL in the Cloud?
SQL workloads in the Azure cloud have traditionally been managed with the approach of infrastructure as a service, but Microsoft gives organizations other options when it comes to SQL. Microsoft allows companies to actually move their SQL workloads into an Azure-provided space, ultimately offering
Cloud Business Drivers
There are numerous reasons that propel organizations of all sizes and industries to move to the cloud. Our Manager of Cloud Services, Wade Walker, discusses the five most common reasons we see driving businesses to the cloud—and why it might be time for yours to move, too. One common reason is that
Cloud Growth Strategy
Organizations need to develop a strategy for moving to---and growing in---the cloud. Big Green IT’s Manager of Cloud Services, Wade Walker, talks about the three main components you need to consider when developing a strategy: making a list of your applications and storage needs; creating a
Getting the most out of Office 365 – Part 2
Big Green IT believes that great customer service shouldn’t end after Cloud migration. We ensure that our customers understand how to use and maximize their Office 365 subscription by offering complimentary 45-day access to Brainstorm Quick Help, a user-driven video blog series that gives you tips
Getting the most out of Office 365 – Part 1
How do you leverage Office 365 to make a team more productive? Here, we talk about how Office 365 offers great communication options for teams and how team members can collaborate in real-time to deliver a great final product. What makes using Microsoft Office 365 and these add-ons even more
Addressing Cloud Security
A question we regularly receive is, “Is Microsoft Azure secure?” Our Cloud expert, Ryan Starkweather, answers this question and offers his top three tips for security in the cloud. Learn how to avoid compromising your accounts and take advantage of Azure’s built-in security center. Interested in
99 Years of Data Retention
One of the most memorable characteristics of Azure Backup is the rather mind-numbing statistic that you can keep up to 99 years of your data courtesy of your individual business retention policy. Ninety-nine years is a downright ridiculous amount of data, particularly if you