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Cygnus Systems, Inc., a leading Managed IT Services provider since 1989, specializes in aiding companies in Southeast Michigan. With a focus beyond simple IT support, we build lasting relationships, offering solutions in IT implementation, security, cloud computing, and VoIP solutions... View Cygnus Systems, Inc. profile
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Empowering Growth with Scalable Teams and Tailored Solutions for Startups and SMEs... View all reviews
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NetWize delivers award-winning Managed IT services tailored for growing businesses. Based in Utah, we provide proactive IT support, advanced cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and unmatched response times. With a strong focus on reliability, long-term client partnerships, and strategic technology alignment... View all reviews
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Intechtel is a trusted technology partner for businesses in North Idaho and Spokane, offering managed IT services, business phone systems, surveillance, structured cabling, and high-speed internetall with expert local support... View all reviews
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Hokma Consulting and Technology Solutions excels at crafting strategic frameworks and implementing cutting-edge technology solutions. Our expertise lies in guiding digital transformation initiatives, utilizing advanced methodologies in AI and emerging technologies. We specialize in designing resilient... View all reviews
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SoftwareOrbits builds custom web, mobile and AI-powered software solutions that help businesses scale and accelerate digital growth... View SoftwareOrbits profile
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ProcessIT build Bespoke or Custom Software to match your unique business processes, just for you. You know your Business, we know Software. Tell us what you need & we'll build & adapt your logic into a full computer program so you can accurately manage, track and control your business.Save substantial... View ProcessIT-Custom Software's portfolio
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ATIS-USA, Inc. is your local DMV Partner in IT Consulting and IT Managed Services. Our in-depth understanding of the technology landscape allows us to provide your company with the highest level of IT Services and IT Solutions. Our team designs, builds, manages, and supports corporate information technology... View ATIS-USA, Inc.'s portfolio
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We use our proven business outcomes design framework to align operational processes with true cloud products - NetSuite ERP, Salesforce and ELMO HR... View all reviews
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ClearCom IT Solutions, Inc. provides comprehensive managed IT services for small- to medium-sized business nationwide. We deliver expert support and proactive problem-solving, with the speed and precision your business deserves. Our knowledgeable team acts as an extension of your company, offering... View all reviews
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Founded in 2006, Kryptos was conceived with the goal of emerging as a prominent IT services firm in both the United States and India... View Kryptos Technologies's portfolio | View all reviews
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DWT (Digital Works Transformation) Technology has been offering business applications, CRM, Integration, migration, database and analytics services since 2017. Our data model is equipped and we support advanced technologies of Oracle Cloud ERP, Microsoft Dynamics, ServiceNow, Salesforce, Big Data, Data... View DWT Technology's portfolio
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We simplify technology for small and medium businesses offering proactive IT services, cloud solutions, and peace of mind, one system at a time. At RA IT Support, our mission is to provide top-notch IT services for home and small businesses. We strive to make technology work for our clients, not against them... View RA IT Support's portfolio | View all reviews
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A top custom software development firm dedicated to delivering bespoke digital products that drive innovation and help you achieve your brand goals. A full-stack developer with expertise in every major platform and language, we design and deliver custom applications and host and maintain the solutions we... View all reviews
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We are a results-driven software development agency that crafts customized solutions to meet your unique business needs. Our team of experts uses cutting-edge technologies and proven methodologies to deliver top-quality software that helps you achieve your sales goals... View Explore Crest's portfolio
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Bee IT is a web development company that specializes in eCommerce and Commerce development. The company gathers a vibrant community of back-end and front-end IT professionals who are experts in Salesforce Commerce Cloud and Magento... View all reviews
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When it comes to simplifying business processes, Partner Systems is your best ally. We are a group of seasoned experts committed to using cutting-edge software to optimize your processes... View all reviews
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NovaCore Systems provides secure applicaiton delivery, virtual desktop solutions that help businesses simplify IT management and securely deliver critical applications to their workforce... View NovaCore Systems LLC profile
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We specialize in developing custom software solutions tailored to your companies specific needs... View AgileVision's portfolio
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Full stack web development, UI/UX design, SEO, DevOps, and mobile app solutions based in Stavanger, Norway. We help startups and businesses build fast, modern, and conversion-focused digital products with transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and a strong commitment to delivering real results... View DevnDespro's portfolio
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Rollout AI is the AI-native IT department for growing businesses. Founded by operators from Google, DeepMind, and Apple, we combine responsive tech support, enterprise-grade cybersecurity, and intelligent workflow automation into one seamless service. We handle everything a traditional MSP does — helpdesk... View all reviews
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EB Solution has been in IT Support business for more than 11 years, working with companies of different sizes from different industries. We employ professionals who know everything about cybersecurity, business continuity and disaster recovery, VoIP technologies, networking, and IT management overall... View all reviews
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Happy Team is dedicated to delivering high-quality software solutions tailored to diverse industries such as e-commerce, logistics, and eMobility. With a commitment to excellence, we leverage our expertise to address the unique challenges and opportunities within each sector, ensuring optimal results for our... View Happy Team profile
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BuzzClan is an AI-driven solutions provider delivering software, advisory, and implementation services for public and private sectors. With 500+ experts and 150+ digital transformation wins, we advance innovation through strong data engineering, cloud ops, and automation... View BuzzClan profile
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Building and scaling digital products for enterprises across Scandinavia (Sweden, Norway, Denmark) & Europe with expert engineering and IFS services and consulting... View all reviews
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We can bring your idea to life, whether it is design or development you can trust us with your product. We specialize in designing and building app, websites, and SaaS applications. We can take care of everything from scratch all you need is an idea to get started with us... View Prolaxies's portfolio
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Braver Technology has been serving RI and Southeastern MA since 1989, offering superior managed IT services with on-site, courteous, professional, and knowledgeable support that is simple and easy to use. Braver Technology is committed to raising the bar for community and customer service, driven by pride in... View all reviews
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Layer Logix, based in The Woodlands, Texas, delivers IT solutions across Houston and Texas, specializing in Managed IT, Cybersecurity, Network Cabling, Computer Repair, and Email Migration. Our Managed IT Services offer proactive, tailored support for efficient operations. Cybersecurity solutions, including... View all reviews
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EFutures is a award winning software product engineering company. We have delivered bespoke software solutions to clients globally for the past 25 years. More recently we have added AI driven innovations to our service offerings empowering business to propel forward... View all reviews
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Krugis OU, based in Estonia, offers specialized IT services including mobile app development, cloud modernization, and digital transformation. With 15 experts, we deliver cutting-edge solutions to drive business efficiency... View Krugis OU's portfolio
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Your nearshore IT partner in Latin America. With 20+ years of experience, we provide top-tier staff augmentation, software solutions, AI, and Big Data services. We help businesses transform digitally, turning ideas into market-winning realities with high-value tech services... View Ensitech's portfolio | View all reviews
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For over 25 years, OmniSpear has delivered custom web, mobile, and e-commerce solutions, helping businesses streamline operations, boost efficiency, and drive growth across industries... View OmniSpear Web & Network Solutions's portfolio
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Rapyder is a Global AWS Consulting Partner, providing Cloud Consulting, Implementation, and Managed Services to Enterprises, SMBs, and Startups... View all reviews
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Nova Cloud delivers on-shore and near-shore engineering teams specialising in cloud, AI, DevOps and software integrations helping growth-minded businesses accelerate their tech agenda with agility and reliability... View NovaCloud profile
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Tgix is a preeminent cloud services firm that builds and manages complex AWS solutions. For over ten years, we have been the AWS Advanced Consulting Partner and a trusted ally to global enterprises and start-ups alike... View all reviews
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Headquartered in McPherson Kansas and serving clients in all the surrounding states, Reach Solutions provides technology consulting and support solutions to businesses of all sizes... View Reach Solutions profile
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BAHAMA Consulting was founded in 2002 with the purpose of becoming staffing and consulting experts that specialize in providing solutions to clients across various business sectors... View all reviews
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Enavate is a Microsoft Gold Partner specializing in ERP consulting, cloud migration, and managed IT services. The company focuses on implementing and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions to help businesses streamline operations and drive growth. With a commitment to personalized service, Enavate... View Enavate profile
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Apolis is a digital consultancy that integrates experts and leading solutions into your organization... View Apolis profile
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CybertronIT has over 21 years of experience providing full-service IT solutions and in nationally recognized custom computer configurations, Cybertron understands networking inside and out... View all reviews
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Real Time specializes in providing computer-related services and support to small and medium-sized businesses throughout California's Central Valley and beyond. Over the years we've helped many small businesses relieve their technology worries so that they can concentrate on growing their businesses and... View Real Time Information Services profile
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AkolagTech is a premier enterprise IT solution provider that specializes in providing SAAS - software as a service solution, cloud solutions, and hosting solutions to small and medium-sized businesses... View all reviews
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The AIMA mission is to transform the commercial operations of our customers healthcare businesses. Our core services are revenue cycle management, healthcare technology solutions, and resourcing and infrastructure services... View AIMA profile
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With a holistic approach, ACL Digital's experts help TMT companies thrive in the rapidly changing business landscape. They increase adaptability and resilience across multiple industries... View all reviews
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We provide comprehensive Digital Consulting & Technology solutions, including Digital Strategy & Planning, Platform Modernization, UI/UX modernization, Integration, Security, BI Analytics, IT infrastructure, Biotech, CI-CD (DevOps/DevSecOps), Virtualization, Enterprise Mobility & Automation. Our experience... View all reviews
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If you choose our business, we will provide web development services at affordable rates, with quick turnaround times and high levels of effectiveness because we use cutting-edge technology... View all reviews
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Cloud consultants can help businesses control costs, align cloud systems with business goals, and identify risks or inefficiencies that internal teams may overlook.
They can also fill skill gaps for organizations with limited in-house cloud expertise.
A Deloitte study found that while 95% of IT and business leaders believe that cloud is critical to digital transformation, 57% said lack of experience is a major barrier to implementation.
Moreover, 35% of organizations moved workloads back to on-premise setups after experiencing unexpected cloud costs.
For businesses dealing with these issues, a cloud consulting partner can provide the strategic, technical, and operational guidance needed to improve outcomes.
According to Flexera's State of the Cloud report, small and midsize businesses continue to rely on cloud consultants and managed service providers for services such as:
To prepare for cloud adoption, assess your migration readiness, security and compliance requirements, business goals, and technical environment. Key preparation steps include:
Cloud migration can take 1-4 weeks for small businesses rehosting their IT infrastructure using off-the-shelf solutions. However, enterprise-level migrations that require a hybrid cloud strategy may take over 1 year.
The factors impacting the cloud migration timeline include:
Approximate cloud migration timelines:
Before hiring a cloud consulting firm, ask questions that help you evaluate its experience, delivery process, and fit for your specific project:
To choose the right consultant for your business, specify the outcomes you want to achieve and weigh them against the consultant's capabilities and past results.
Here are some steps to guide you:
Rated 4.8 on Google and 4.7 on Trustpilot, DesignRush Agency Directory is a reliable resource for finding cloud consulting companies. We owe this to our executive selection team, which follows a strict screening process when featuring agencies on the platform, assessing key performance indicators, like portfolio, client reviews, and industry reputation.
DesignRush sustains a directory of over 40,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
Agencies can also reach out to DesignRush and must go through the verification process prior to being listed.
Cloud consulting companies typically provide these specialized services:
Some firms also offer adjacent cloud consulting services, such as data analytics, digital transformation, DevOps, AI/ML development, custom software development, managed services, and ongoing support.
Top cloud consulting firms primarily help organizations plan, design, migrate, and optimize their cloud environments. Managed services, by contrast, focus on the ongoing operation, monitoring, and support of IT systems. Here is a side-by-side comparison:
| Cloud Consulting Firms | Managed Services Providers | |
| Primary focus | Strategy, architecture, migration, compliance, and optimization | Day-to-day operations, monitoring, maintenance, and support |
| Services | Cloud assessments, roadmap development, migration planning, implementation, governance, compliance, optimization, and training | Infrastructure monitoring, incident response, patching, cybersecurity support, help desk services, backups, and disaster recovery |
| Engagement model | Typically, project-based or advisory, with some offering ongoing support | Usually long-term and recurring under a managed service agreement |
| Best for | Organizations planning a migration, modernization effort, or cloud optimization initiative | Organizations that need continuous operational support for existing systems |
The right choice depends on your security and compliance requirements, workload patterns, internal IT capabilities, and budget.
Consider choosing a cloud platform if:
Consider an on-premise setup if:
In some cases, a hybrid approach may be the best option, especially for organizations that want to keep sensitive systems on-premises while using the cloud for scalability, collaboration, or backup and disaster recovery.
Consider hiring a cloud consultant when you need specialized expertise, an outside perspective, or extra support for a complex project. Consultants help fill skill gaps on your internal team, develop a migration strategy, and recommend the right cloud platform, deployment model, and tech stack according to your needs.
A cloud consulting company can also help identify gaps and opportunities in your current cloud platforms to further align them with your business goals, operational needs, and compliance requirements.
On the other hand, keep cloud computing in-house if you already have an experienced internal team that can plan, migrate, set up, maintain, and manage your environment effectively.
An in-house approach may also be preferable if you work with highly sensitive data or proprietary systems and want tighter day-to-day control over operations.
The cost of cloud consulting services starts at $60-$180 per hour, while senior consultants or highly specialized experts may charge $100-$250+ per hour. The total cost of service will depend on project scale and complexity, security and compliance requirements, and technologies involved.
Approximate cloud consulting service rates are as follows:
We have curated a list of top consulting companies on DesignRush across multiple price points, so you can identify a vendor that's within your budget.
| High budget: $50,000+ |
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| Low budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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Beyond budget, our agency directory allows you to filter agency profiles by location, area of expertise, agency reviews, client types, team size, and hourly rates. For instance, you can narrow your search to AWS consulting in New York.
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