Splunk Cloud Migration

Somerford can support you in seamlessly implementing Splunk Cloud

What is Multi-Cloud Security

What is Splunk Cloud?

Splunk Cloud is designed to provide the full functionality of Splunk’s data analytics platform, but as a fully managed service in the cloud. It is particularly useful in allowing organisations to collect, index, and analyse data from virtually any source without having to manage any underlying infrastructure, as you may need to with traditional Splunk Enterprise packages.

Much like Splunk Enterprise, the Cloud-based solution gives you the familiar valuable insights into your data that allow you to make data driven decisions. However, companies are increasingly looking to switch to Splunk Cloud as it can also offer several strategic and operational advantages that are especially significant for certain businesses.

What are the Benefits?

So why are many companies now looking to migrate away from Enterprise and are instead picking up Splunk Cloud?
There are a number of features available within cloud-based services that can make them simpler, easier to use, more cost effective and less intensive.
Splunk Cloud is no different.

No Hardware Management

Splunk Cloud is a fully managed service, which means companies no longer need to maintain the infrastructure required to run Splunk, such as servers, storage, and networking resources. This frees up more time for security administrators.

Elastic Scaling

Easily scales up or down based on a company's data ingestion needs, without the need for purchasing new hardware or worrying about capacity constraints. This is particularly beneficial for those that experience fluctuating data volumes.

Reduced Expenses

Since Splunk Cloud eliminates the need to purchase and maintain physical hardware, it shifts the cost model and offers more predictable, subscription-based pricing.

Dedicated Security Expertise

Splunk Cloud benefits from dedicated security teams, plus cloud-native security features ensure a higher level of protection with compliance monitoring, threat detection, and response.

Data Backups

Data stored in Splunk Cloud is backed up and replicated across multiple locations, offering more robust protection against data loss.

Multi-Region Support

Can be deployed across multiple regions, which helps reduce latency and ensures compliance with data residency requirements for global businesses.

The Splunk Cloud Journey with Somerford

Initial Discovery

We provide an overview of Splunk Cloud and the key differences between On-Prem and Cloud, whilst also getting a feel for the existing Splunk instance and how it is used and configured.

Architecture and Planning

We dig deeper to see how Splunk is currently being used within the organisation, generating a detailed delivery plan, highlighting customer input and dependencies.

Cloud Configuration

We start preparing the Splunk Cloud stack to accept the new data and configuration and confirm that all the necessary connectivity is in place, alongside apps, users and roles.

Content Transition

We will closely monitor the data migration processes and verify that all relevant data is brought across, keeping in touch with any queries the customer may have.

User Acceptance Testing

We work with the customer to address any issues raised during UAT to ensure that the system is fit for purpose for acceptance into Business As Usual (BAU) use.

Post Delivery Support & BAU

We can also provide workshops on how to manage the new Splunk Cloud environment, as well as post live support to ensure a smooth transition.

Splunk Cloud Case Studies

Find out how Somerford has already helped organisations to upgrade from Enterprise to Cloud.

Overcoming Complex Challenges with a Global Information Company

How we supported a complex migration into one environment on AWS with tight timescales to reduce overall costs.

Leading University’s Splunk Cloud Transformation

How we migrated their existing configuration to Splunk Cloud to reduce infrastructure and resource overheads.

Ready to Transition to Cloud?

Get in touch and one of our engineers can help you to begin your cloud journey.
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