Staying where you are.
WHEN THE CURRENT ARRANGEMENT IS FINE
Working, affordable, and not causing problems.
There is no obligation to move.
WHEN THE CONNECTION CANNOT SUPPORT IT
Unreliable or inadequate connectivity makes cloud dependence a risk rather than a benefit.
WHEN THE COST IS CLEARLY HIGHER
Steady predictable workloads frequently cost more in the cloud.
WHEN OBLIGATIONS PREVENT IT
Specific residency or handling requirements.
Take advice.
WHEN NOBODY CAN ADMINISTER IT
Particularly for infrastructure services.
WHEN THE APPLICATION DOES NOT SUIT
Some software genuinely does not run well remotely.
WHAT TO DO INSTEAD
Improve what you have Move only the parts that clearly benefit
WHAT NOT TO DO
Move because it is expected Move without a stated problem
WHAT TO REVISIT
The decision, annually.
Circumstances change: connectivity improves, prices change, requirements shift.
WHAT TO RECORD
Why you decided as you did.
