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Microsoft Consolidates Cloud Migration Programs into 'Azure Accelerate'
Microsoft this week launched Azure Accelerate, a unified platform that merges the Azure Migrate and Modernize with Azure Innovate programs.
The new Azure Accelerate aims to streamline cloud and AI adoption by providing enterprises with expert guidance, funding and deployment assistance.
A key component is the Cloud Accelerate Factory, offering free deployment support for over 30 Azure services, delivered jointly with specialized partners. Under the program, Microsoft partners will be tasked with delivering hands-on deployment, migration and optimization services for customers adopting AI and cloud workloads.
Azure Accelerate supports various migration scenarios, including Windows Server, SQL Server, Linux, Oracle and high-performance computing workloads. It also facilitates the development of intelligent applications using Microsoft's AI platform and scalable analytics solutions.
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Posted by Redmond Channel Partner magazine staff on July 08, 2025