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The Shift from On-Premises Servers to Microsoft 365: Considerations for Organizations
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations must weigh their capacity, expertise, and overall knowledge base when deciding whether to maintain an on-premises server. A growing number of businesses are transitioning to Microsoft 365, transferring the responsibility of software updates, installations, and daily operations to Microsoft.
The CIS Benchmarks, while still instrumental in guiding the secure deployment of on-premises servers, highlight a noticeable trend: the declining number of enterprises utilizing on-premises Microsoft mail servers. It’s important for organizations to evaluate if they have adequate community resources and sufficient vendor support to effectively manage an on-premises email server.
However, transitioning to a cloud mail server like Microsoft 365 does not guarantee an end to security challenges. Instead of concentrating on server maintenance and deployment, the focus shifts to safeguarding authentication and ensuring the security of cloud assets. There is a noticeable increase in vendors and consultants who are enhancing their expertise in supporting the Microsoft 365 platform over traditional on-premises solutions, reflecting a broader industry trend towards cloud reliance.
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