Cloud infrastructure foundational capabilities: A modernization journey

Information Technology
A cloud in the middle of a network of dots inside a server room
uOttawa is moving its computer systems from its current setup to a more secure and flexible system with Microsoft Azure cloud service.

This change will make it easier and faster to run applications and services, and it will allow the University to use more modern ways of creating software that were previously too difficult to use.

By using cloud services, the University can offer IT services that can be accessed whenever they are needed, over the internet. This means that resources can be shared and used more efficiently, and their amount can be measured accurately.

The project aligns with the University’s sustainability plan because cloud services help optimize resource usage, leading to cost savings and reduced waste.

It's important to make this change now to secure the University’s digital future, and make it easier to update its services and keep up with modern technology trends.

The project will start in May 2024, and will involve different teams in IT. The way IT services are managed and used will change, focusing on using resources more efficiently and making services easier to access. Ensuring that users have a seamless experience.