Moving to the cloud isn't one decision - it's a portfolio of them, one per application. ALINEDS plans and executes cloud migrations to AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud for government and regulated organizations, matching each workload to the right path across the industry-standard 7 Rs (rehost, replatform, refactor, repurchase, retire, retain, relocate). We migrate with security, compliance, and continuity built in - so you cut legacy costs and modernize without downtime, surprise bills, or a failed audit on the other side.
Why it matters
Most cloud disappointments trace back to a one-size-fits-all migration - lifting everything as-is, or rebuilding everything at once. For public-sector organizations with legacy systems, tight budgets, and FedRAMP/GovRAMP obligations, the right answer is per-workload: some apps rehost, some refactor, some retire. Matching strategy to workload is what turns migration into real savings and modernization instead of a lateral move to a pricier data center.
What you get
Migration assessment & 7 Rs plan
We inventory your applications and assign each the right path - rehost, replatform, refactor, repurchase, retire, retain, or relocate.
Multi-cloud execution
We migrate to AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, matched to your workloads and existing investments.
Security & compliance in transit
We migrate with encryption, access control, and FedRAMP/GovRAMP-aligned configuration, so you don't trade speed for exposure.
Business continuity
We plan cutovers in waves to minimize downtime and keep services running through the move.
Cost optimization (FinOps)
We right-size resources and retire dead weight so the cloud bill reflects real usage, not lifted-and-shifted waste.
Landing zone & foundations
We stand up the secure cloud foundation your migrated workloads land in.
How it works
Assess
Inventory applications, dependencies, and constraints; build the migration plan.
Plan the 7 Rs
Assign each workload its migration strategy and sequence.
Migrate
Execute in waves with security and continuity built in.
Optimize
Right-size, tune costs, and decommission retired systems.
Where it fits
Data-center exit
Migrate off aging on-prem infrastructure before a lease or hardware refresh.
Legacy app to cloud-native
Refactor a critical legacy application for scalability and resilience.
FedRAMP / GovRAMP-aligned migration
Move regulated workloads into a compliant cloud posture.
Cost-driven consolidation
Consolidate sprawling infrastructure and cut spend through right-sizing.
Key distinctions
Rehost (lift-and-shift) vs. refactor (re-architect)
| Aspect | Rehost | Refactor |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | Fast | Slower |
| Cloud-native benefits | Limited | Full (scalability, resilience) |
| Upfront effort | Low | Higher |
| Long-term cost | Can stay high | Optimized |
| Best for | Quick exits, stable apps | Strategic, high-value apps |
Compliance & security
Migrations that keep you compliant
We migrate with encryption in transit and at rest, least-privilege access, and configuration aligned to NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and GovRAMP - so regulated workloads stay compliant through the move and after. Security and compliance are part of the migration plan, not a cleanup afterward.
- FedRAMP
- GovRAMP
- NIST 800-53
- NIST CSF 2.0
Key terms
- 7 Rs of migration
- The seven strategies for moving a workload to the cloud - rehost, replatform, refactor, repurchase, retire, retain, relocate.
- Lift-and-shift (rehost)
- Moving an application to the cloud without changing its code - fastest, least optimized.
- FinOps
- The practice of managing and optimizing cloud spend so cost reflects real usage.
Frequently asked
What are the 7 Rs of cloud migration?
The seven strategies for moving each workload: rehost, replatform, refactor, repurchase, retire, retain, and relocate. We assign each application the one that fits its value, complexity, and constraints.
Which cloud should we use - AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud?
It depends on your workloads, existing investments (a Microsoft estate often fits Azure), and compliance needs. We assess and recommend rather than push one platform.
Will migration disrupt our services?
We plan cutovers in waves to minimize downtime and keep critical services running through the move.
How do you keep regulated data compliant during migration?
We migrate with encryption, access control, and FedRAMP/GovRAMP-aligned configuration so compliance holds throughout.
Will the cloud actually save us money?
It can - but only with the right strategy and FinOps discipline. Lifting-and-shifting everything as-is often doesn't; we right-size and retire dead weight to make savings real.
Do we have to move everything at once?
No. A portfolio approach migrates in waves, and some workloads may be retained on-prem for now. We sequence it to your risk and budget.
What happens to applications that aren't worth moving?
We retire them, eliminating the cost and complexity of maintaining systems with little remaining value.