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Azure vs AWS: Which Cloud Platform is Right for Your Business?
28 Feb, 2026
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Cloud vs On-Premise Cost Comparison
Compare the true total cost of ownership between on-premise servers and Azure cloud over 1, 3, and 5 year horizons.
About This Resource
The decision to move to the cloud is often driven by cost, but comparing on-premise and cloud pricing is not straightforward. This guide helps UK businesses calculate the true total cost of ownership for both options over 1, 3, and 5 year periods. It accounts for hardware refresh cycles, electricity, cooling, staff time, licensing, and Azure consumption pricing to provide an honest financial comparison that supports informed decision-making.
What's Included
- On-premise total cost of ownership calculation framework
- Azure consumption pricing estimation methodology
- Hidden cost identification for both on-premise and cloud models
- 1, 3, and 5 year comparison timelines with net present value
- Hybrid cloud cost modelling for phased migration scenarios
- Executive summary template for board presentation
Who Is This For?
Finance directors, IT managers, and business owners at UK businesses evaluating whether to migrate from on-premise servers to Azure cloud infrastructure.