Microsoft Azure
200+ cloud services. Four Microsoft specializations. Near Contact is a certified Microsoft Solutions Partner helping enterprises plan, migrate, optimize, and operate on Azure - with nearshore engineers in your time zone.
One platform. Every workload.
Microsoft Azure provides over 200 services across compute, networking, storage, databases, AI and machine learning, IoT, and DevOps. Enterprises choose Azure for hybrid flexibility, deep Microsoft 365 integration, global compliance coverage, and enterprise-grade security built in from day one.
Cost optimization built in
Azure Reserved Instances, Spot VMs, and the Azure Advisor surface savings opportunities automatically. Our FinOps practice ensures you capture them - typically 20-30% in the first year.
Elastic scalability
Scale from a single VM to thousands of containers across 60+ global regions. Azure Autoscale and AKS handle demand spikes without over-provisioning.
Enterprise-grade security
Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, and built-in DDoS protection. Zero-trust architecture from the identity layer through the network edge.
Global compliance
90+ compliance certifications including SOC 1/2/3, ISO 27001, HIPAA, FedRAMP, and GDPR. The broadest compliance coverage of any cloud provider.
Azure services we deploy daily.
From virtual machines to AI models, we work across the full Azure service catalog. Here are the categories where Near Contact holds the deepest certified expertise.
Compute
Azure VMs, AKS (Kubernetes), App Service, Functions, and Container Instances. Right-sized compute for every workload pattern - from lift-and-shift to cloud-native.
Networking
Virtual Networks, ExpressRoute, Front Door, Application Gateway, and Azure Firewall. Secure, performant connectivity between on-premises and cloud resources.
Storage & Databases
Blob Storage, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Table Storage, and Data Lake. Tiered storage strategies that balance performance against cost at any scale.
AI & Machine Learning
Azure OpenAI Service, Cognitive Services, Azure ML, and Bot Services. From pre-built models to custom training pipelines - production AI on enterprise infrastructure.
IoT
IoT Hub, IoT Central, Digital Twins, and Azure Sphere. Connect, monitor, and manage billions of IoT assets with enterprise-grade security and edge computing capabilities.
DevOps
Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Azure Pipelines, and Terraform on Azure. CI/CD automation, infrastructure as code, and monitoring with Azure Monitor and Application Insights.
Every cloud delivery model.
Azure supports IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and Serverless. We help you pick the right model for each workload - and migrate between them when requirements change.
IaaS
Virtual machines, networking, and storage. Full control over the OS and runtime. Best for lift-and-shift migrations and workloads that need custom configurations.
PaaS
Managed platforms for apps and databases. Azure App Service, SQL Database, and Redis Cache. Focus on code - Microsoft manages the infrastructure underneath.
SaaS
Ready-to-use software delivered via the cloud. Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and Power Platform. We handle integration, migration, and customization.
Serverless
Event-driven compute with Azure Functions and Logic Apps. Zero infrastructure management, pay-per-execution pricing, and automatic scaling from zero to millions of requests.
Azure questions, answered.
Common questions about our Azure services. If yours isn't here, the discovery call answers it.
01 What Azure specializations does Near Contact hold?
We hold four Microsoft Solutions Partner specializations: Infrastructure (Azure), Data & AI, Digital & App Innovation, and Business Applications. These require demonstrated technical capability, customer outcomes, and a bench of certified consultants.
02 Can you migrate our on-premises workloads to Azure?
Yes. We follow the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) methodology. A two-week assessment produces a wave plan with sequencing, target architecture, and a fixed cost estimate. Migrations run in two-week waves with production cutover validation at each stage.
03 Do you manage Azure billing and cost optimization?
Yes. Our FinOps practice includes Azure Cost Management configuration, Reserved Instance planning, rightsizing recommendations, and monthly cost reviews. We don't take resell margin on Azure consumption - your bill flows direct from Microsoft.
04 How do you handle Azure security and compliance?
Engineers work in your tenant, your identity provider, your VPN. Landing zones follow CAF baselines with Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, and Sentinel. We run HIPAA-ready and SOC 2-compliant engagements for regulated industries.
05 Can you integrate Azure with our existing Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365?
Absolutely. Azure's native integration with Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and Power Platform is one of its strongest advantages. We design architectures that leverage Entra ID for unified identity, Dataverse for shared data, and Azure services for custom logic and automation.
Ready to move to Azure? Let's plan it.
A 30-minute call gets you a written assessment: estate snapshot, migration wave plan, and fixed cost for the first sprint.