Assessing and Planning Microsoft Azure Migration
Cloud migration failures cost organisations millions—and poor planning is the primary culprit. Michael Teske’s focused course equips you with systematic assessment frameworks and strategic planning methodologies to execute successful Azure migrations.
AIU.ac Verdict: Perfect for infrastructure professionals who need structured migration planning skills without getting bogged down in implementation details. However, developers seeking hands-on migration tutorials should look elsewhere—this is purely strategic planning.
What This Course Covers
You’ll master the critical pre-migration phase through systematic assessment methodologies, learning to evaluate existing infrastructure, identify dependencies, and calculate total cost of ownership. Teske covers application portfolio analysis, risk assessment frameworks, and compliance considerations that determine migration success.
The strategic planning segment focuses on creating realistic migration roadmaps, prioritising workloads, and establishing success metrics. You’ll learn to build compelling business cases, select appropriate migration patterns, and develop contingency plans that prevent costly delays and budget overruns.
Who Is This Course For?
Ideal for:
- Infrastructure Architects: Need systematic frameworks for evaluating complex environments and creating migration strategies that align with business objectives
- IT Managers: Responsible for migration project success and require structured approaches to planning, budgeting, and risk management
- Cloud Consultants: Must deliver professional migration assessments and strategic recommendations to clients across various industries
May not suit:
- Hands-on Engineers: Seeking technical implementation guidance rather than strategic planning methodologies
- Azure Beginners: Need foundational Azure knowledge before tackling migration planning concepts
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Assessing and Planning Microsoft Azure Migration take?
The course runs 1 hour 14 minutes, designed for completion in a single focused session or split across 2-3 shorter study periods.
Does this cover actual migration implementation?
No, this focuses exclusively on assessment and planning phases. You’ll need additional courses for hands-on migration execution and technical implementation.
What Azure experience do I need beforehand?
Basic familiarity with Azure services and cloud concepts is recommended. Complete beginners should start with Azure fundamentals training first.
Are assessment tools and templates included?
Yes, Teske provides practical frameworks and methodologies you can apply immediately to real migration planning projects.
Course by Michael Teske on Pluralsight. Duration: 1h 14m. Last verified by AIU.ac: March 2026.
