Cloud and Collaboration
Cloud and Microsoft 365
Secure cloud environments and connected business tools for collaboration, resilience and scale.
The Client Problem
Plan, migrate, configure and govern Microsoft 365, Azure and cloud services with security and continuity in mind.
Capabilities
A practical set of services configured around your environment, goals and operating model.
Microsoft 365 migration
Implemented with a balance of usability, security and maintainability.
Microsoft 365 administration
Implemented with a balance of usability, security and maintainability.
Identity and access
Implemented with a balance of usability, security and maintainability.
Azure infrastructure
Implemented with a balance of usability, security and maintainability.
Cloud storage
Implemented with a balance of usability, security and maintainability.
Teams and SharePoint
Implemented with a balance of usability, security and maintainability.
Backup and recovery
Implemented with a balance of usability, security and maintainability.
Security configuration
Implemented with a balance of usability, security and maintainability.
Governance
Implemented with a balance of usability, security and maintainability.
Cloud cost optimization
Implemented with a balance of usability, security and maintainability.
Business Outcomes
- Better collaboration
- More resilient systems
- Improved access control
- Cleaner governance
- Cloud costs with more visibility
Ideal Client Profile
- Organizations that need dependable technology leadership without unnecessary complexity.
- Teams with growing security, cloud, software or operational demands.
- Leaders who want a partner that can support both daily operations and project delivery.
Delivery Approach
- Step 1
Discover
Clarify goals, constraints, risks, users and the current environment.
- Step 2
Assess
Review systems, dependencies, data, security posture and requirements.
- Step 3
Plan
Define a practical roadmap, delivery approach, milestones and responsibilities.
- Step 4
Implement
Configure, migrate, develop, integrate, deploy and validate the work.
- Step 5
Support
Monitor, improve and adapt the solution as needs change.
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FAQ
How does Great Lakes IT Inc. start a cloud engagement?
The first step is a focused discovery conversation followed by an assessment of goals, environment, risk and practical next actions.
Can this be delivered as a project or ongoing service?
Yes. Great Lakes IT Inc. can support one-time projects, ongoing managed services, advisory engagements or a blended model.
Do you work with existing vendors and internal teams?
Yes. The delivery approach can include vendor coordination, internal team collaboration and clear documentation.
Let's Build a More Secure and Capable Organization
Whether you need dependable IT support, stronger cybersecurity, a modern website, custom software, or guidance adopting AI, Great Lakes IT Inc. can help define and implement the right solution.