AWS Cloud Migrations
Plan and execute seamless AWS migrations that minimise risk, reduce downtime, and set you up for long-term success.
How We Help
Whether you're moving from on-premises infrastructure, another cloud provider, or modernising legacy applications, MakeCloud delivers AWS migrations that are carefully planned, thoroughly tested, and executed with minimal disruption to your business.
As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner, we bring proven migration methodologies refined across hundreds of projects, from straightforward lift-and-shift moves to complex multi-tier application re-platforming and refactoring.
Our cloud migration services include:
- Migration Readiness Assessments: evaluate your current environment, identify dependencies, and build a clear business case for moving to AWS
- Discovery & Dependency Mapping: comprehensive analysis of your application portfolio, data flows, and infrastructure dependencies
- Phased Migration Planning: detailed runbooks with rehearsed cutover steps, rollback options, and blue/green deployment strategies
- Application Re-platforming: modernise workloads during migration to take advantage of managed AWS services like RDS, ECS, and Lambda
- Data Migration: secure, validated transfer of databases, file stores, and application data with integrity checks at every stage
- Post-Migration Optimisation: right-size resources, implement monitoring, and tune performance using AWS Well-Architected best practices
Our Expertise
Every migration is led by AWS certified engineers who understand that a successful cloud move is about more than just shifting servers. We focus on business outcomes, reducing operational overhead, improving resilience, and positioning your infrastructure for growth.
We work closely with your teams throughout the process, providing knowledge transfer and documentation so your organisation is confident and self-sufficient on AWS from day one.
Flexible Engagement Models
Whether you need a fully managed migration or expert guidance alongside your internal team, we offer engagement models to suit your needs. From fixed-scope projects with clear deliverables to embedded engineers who work as part of your delivery team, we adapt to how you work.
Why MakeCloud
Our Approach
AWS Certified Engineers
Our team holds multiple AWS certifications across architecture, security, DevOps, and more.
Proven Methodology
A structured delivery approach refined over hundreds of AWS projects, from startups to enterprise.
UK-Based Team
Work directly with our engineers — no offshore hand-offs, no language barriers, no timezone headaches.
Transparent Pricing
Clear, predictable costs with no hidden fees. You always know what you're paying for.
Security First
Every engagement is built on AWS security best practices, compliance frameworks, and zero-trust principles.
Rapid Delivery
We move fast without cutting corners. Most engagements see measurable results within weeks, not months.
What our clients say
“Quality AWS DevOps Engineers can be hard to find but quality is exactly what we found with MakeCloud. Their friendly and pragmatic approach made them a pleasure to work with, and I’d recommend them to anyone.”
“MakeCloud took AWS infrastructure and compliance off our plate, so our team of technical experts could focus on delivering great products for our clients.”
AWS Cloud Migration FAQs
Answers to common questions about planning and executing successful AWS migrations with MakeCloud.
How do you minimise downtime during an AWS migration?
We start with detailed discovery and dependency mapping, then design a phased migration plan with rehearsed cutover steps, rollback options, and, where possible, blue/green or parallel environments. This approach allows us to shift traffic gradually and validate each stage before fully switching over, significantly reducing or eliminating downtime.
What types of workloads can you migrate to AWS?
We migrate a wide range of workloads, including simple web applications, databases, line-of-business apps, and complex multi-tier enterprise systems. Our team supports lift-and-shift, re-platforming, and refactoring to cloud-native services, depending on your goals, timelines, and constraints.
Do you help with optimisation after the migration?
Yes. Post-migration optimisation is a core part of our service. We review performance, reliability, security, and cost, then tune your AWS environment using AWS Well-Architected best practices. This can include right-sizing instances, adopting managed services, improving monitoring, and implementing cost controls.
How long does an AWS migration typically take?
Timelines vary based on the number of applications, their complexity, and the migration approach. A small application can often be migrated in weeks, while large multi-tier environments may take several months. During discovery, we provide an estimated timeline and a phased plan so you know what to expect at each stage.
Can you help us decide between lift-and-shift, re-platforming, and refactoring?
Yes. As part of our migration readiness assessment, we evaluate your current architecture, business objectives, risk tolerance, and budget. We then recommend the most appropriate approach for each workload—whether that is a quick lift-and-shift, targeted re-platforming, or deeper refactoring for cloud-native benefits.
Are your cloud migration services available via AWS MarketPlace?
As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner, MakeCloud is an approved supplier on the AWS Marketplace, enabling customers to procure our services directly through their AWS account for simplified purchasing and consolidated billing. Visit MakeCloud on AWS MarketPlace here: https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/seller-profile?id=seller-3opmpamshd6w2
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