Collaborative Tools + Cloud Solutions
CASE STUDY: FINANCIAL SECTOR
A recap of a decisive shift prompted by the end of a legacy IT model. This project shows how the right expertise can become a powerful lever across an entire organizational structure.
Context and Challenges
Cloud Migration: Taking the Leap to an Agile, Secure, and Future-Ready Infrastructure
Specialized in business financing, this Québec-based organization faced a convergence of technological and logistical challenges. Its aging IT infrastructure required major investments, the office lease was coming to an end, and retiring the on-site server room had become unavoidable.
At the same time, hybrid work—combined with the company’s external growth through geographically dispersed acquisitions—was exposing the limits of its traditional IT model. Resource distribution, complex intersite connections, and high security requirements all pointed to the need for transformation.
The board of directors made its decision: investing in physical equipment was no longer an option. The organization needed a modern, scalable, and rapidly deployable solution.
A recap of a decisive shift prompted by the end of a legacy IT model.
CHALLENGE
Moving away from an outdated infrastructure without disrupting operations
The organization had to succeed in a critical transition without compromising business continuity. Support from cloud solution experts was essential to overcome its many challenges:
- An infrastructure that was difficult and costly to maintain
- Critical (SQL) databases that were complex to manage
- Security issues tied to the sensitivity of financial data
- A tight timeline to vacate physical spaces
On top of this came a human challenge: coordinating multiple entities spread across different sites, all within an increasingly mobile work environment.
The company was juggling disparate systems, outdated manual processes, and scattered information—factors that slowed efficiency and put its future at risk.
OBJECTIVES
A clear roadmap: modernize, secure, streamline
More than just an IT project, this migration was designed as a lever for overall performance. Our experts supported the transition with a 360° view of business, human, and technological challenges. The decision to move to a cloud-based solution targeted a series of high-value objectives:
- Reduce operating costs by eliminating local server maintenance
- Secure critical data with a robust backup solution
- Enable unified resource management across multiple entities
- Modernize the IT environment to make it more agile and scalable
The opportunity was strategic: instead of simply replacing an outdated infrastructure, the company could leave it behind entirely, adopting a flexible, sustainable cloud model aligned with its growth vision.
RESULTS
Immediate benefits, with major gains still to come
The cloud migration delivered as expected. Operational continuity was maintained: business activities carried on without interruption throughout the transition. Teams, now spread across several cities, can access IT resources centrally, without location-based limitations.
Adoption of the new platform went smoothly, and users retained their productivity. Eliminating physical server maintenance led to a significant reduction in fixed costs, with full impact to be measured in the next budget cycle. In addition, integrating Datto and Azure strengthened the protection of critical data through immutable backups, granular access controls, and enhanced resilience in the event of an incident.
Proven best practices were applied from the outset, generating tangible benefits within the first few months.
Today, automated data extraction accelerates the work of several internal teams while eliminating annual losses estimated in the tens of thousands of dollars. Internally, the project has been recognized for its rigour, efficiency, and seamless execution.
PRECICOM SOLUTION
A progressive migration, driven with rigour and collaboration
Our cloud solutions experts designed and executed a complete transition to Azure, combining performance, security, and seamless operations. The approach stood out for its rigour, adaptability, and close collaboration with internal stakeholders—including the client’s developer, who had in-depth knowledge of custom applications.
Key project steps:
- Creation of virtual machines (VMs) on Azure, configured to host existing critical applications
- Migration of SQL databases to Azure SQL, simplifying management and ensuring continuous access to data
- Deployment of a Datto backup solution, providing reinforced protection against data loss and downtime
The migration was carried out methodically, with thorough pre-testing to ensure a smooth transition for users. Internal communication, managed jointly by Precicom and the client’s IT team, enabled rapid adoption with minimal friction. The project was delivered on time, with no operational slowdown and no cost overruns.
Virtual Machines (VMs) on Azure
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SQL Database Migration to Azure SQL
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Datto Backup Deployment
By building on a deep understanding of the field, we implemented a solution that guides decision-making and accelerates the organization’s growth.
TESTIMONIAL
A well-planned, well-executed, and perfectly received project
"The migration was successfully completed, and we look forward to realizing all the benefits of this transition to the cloud. Thank you to the team for their excellent work and ongoing support."
– Internal IT Manager
CONCLUSION
A winning collaboration that puts the organization back on track
Backed by cross-functional IT expertise, spanning governance, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and innovation—we orchestrated a smooth migration in a sensitive context.
By leveraging our expertise, the client turned a logistical constraint into a competitive advantage, and an outdated system into a sustainable solution.
This “IT emergency” paved the way for further modernization projects and a lasting, fruitful partnership. The early results already highlight the benefits of a controlled evolution, built on a clear and compelling technology vision.
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