Cloud & Platform Solutions

The cloud has developed from a promising trend into an indispensable tool for companies of all sizes. It makes it possible to manage demanding tasks and is being used in more and more processes. However, as cloud usage increases, so do the requirements: managing hybrid cloud environments, the risk of vendor lock-in, inefficient manual processes and the need to promote agility and innovation are major challenges for many companies.

Migration, integration and the ongoing operation of cloud environments are often associated with a high level of complexity. Dependence on individual cloud providers is particularly critical. Vendor lock-in can limit flexibility, inhibit innovation and harbour operational and strategic risks, for example through proprietary pricing structures or service dependencies.

Another pain point is the burden of manual processes. A lack of standardisation slows down cloud adaptation, reduces scalability and impairs the reliability of cloud applications. This leads to operational inefficiency and increases maintenance costs. These challenges can prevent companies from realising the full potential of the cloud and achieving their business goals.

With cloud and platform solutions, KPMG offers a holistic approach to address these challenges. We support companies from the planning and design to the implementation and operationalisation of their secure cloud platform - on a single cloud provider or across multiple cloud providers.

Customised cloud strategies and comprehensive migration plans enable a seamless transition of applications and workloads to the cloud, with minimal disruption, optimal performance and a clear focus on business objectives - whether for a full cloud adoption or a hybrid model. Our advantage lies in our expertise in multi- and hybrid cloud solutions: Targeted utilisation of the strengths of different cloud platforms and private clouds ensures interoperability, security and compliance.

The automation of operational processes increases scalability, resilience and efficiency. Infrastructure as Code (IaC), monitoring and auto-scaling mechanisms ensure a highly available cloud environment with minimal manual effort. We are characterised by comprehensive support and a partnership-based approach.

Our approach is iterative and modular in order to develop flexible, customised solutions for the organisational and technical requirements of cloud use. A strategic roadmap and a target operating model (TOM) tailored to your business objectives form the basis - including an assessment of the current status, identification of opportunities and development of a clear path to cloud adoption.

The cloud infrastructure is set up securely and compliantly, including landing zones and security guidelines. Suitable use cases for cloud migration are identified and validated through Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) to demonstrate value and gain insights for broader migration efforts.

Optimisation of performance and cost efficiency is achieved through targeted automation of key processes to streamline operations. A key aspect of our service is empowering your team to effectively manage the cloud environment. We ensure a seamless handover so that your staff can operate the cloud efficiently and independently.

The cloud is no longer a future scenario, but a current necessity. In order to remain competitive and make the most of the opportunities offered by digitalisation, companies need to actively shape their cloud transformation now. We recommend tackling the challenges at an early stage, developing a clear strategy and relying on an experienced partner to accompany the entire process.