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75% of organizations that use cloud services indicate they have a cloud-first strategy and 70% of enterprise workloads will be in the cloud by 2024.

However, cloud technology is not only for enterprises. It is feasible for businesses of all sizes and industries to migrate to the cloud, with it being one of the most transformative projects a business will undertake.

Whether you are a business owner or an IT professional, download this e-book for the knowledge and tools you need to make the transition to the cloud with confidence.

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