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The essential cloud assessment checklist for SMBs

Compare providers, reduce risk, and optimise costs with our step-by-step checklist designed for small and medium businesses.
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Is your business ready to make the right cloud choice?

Selecting the right cloud provider is crucial for scalability, cost efficiency, and operational stability. Yet many businesses rush the process, risking hidden costs, compliance issues, and operational disruption.

The Essential Cloud Assessment Checklist for SMBs provides a structured, step-by-step approach to help your team evaluate providers based on features, cost, and risks. Following this checklist ensures your cloud investment aligns with business objectives, technical requirements, and financial expectations. Implementing these practices can save time, reduce risks, and give your team confidence in every decision.

Why you should download this checklist

Our cloud assessment checklist is designed to be practical, actionable, and easy to follow, without overwhelming technical jargon. With it, you’ll learn how to:

  • Define your business requirements and migration objectives
  • Assess provider features, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and security capabilities
  • Evaluate performance, availability, and data integrity
  • Compare pricing models, total cost of ownership, and contract flexibility
  • Review vendor reputation and support quality
  • Identify operational, legal, and compliance risks
  • Conduct final evaluations and implement continuous review practices

The full checklist breaks down every area in detail, helping you make a truly informed cloud provider choice.

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Ready to start your cloud journey with confidence? Enter your details below to access your free cloud assessment checklist and ensure your team evaluates providers effectively from day one.