Cloud Technology Solutions

Cloud services to suit G-Suite, Microsoft 365 and Azure

Simplifying IT cloud services

These days, everyone is working from the cloud. What’s not to like? It’s quick and easy. It’s secure. There are no bulky servers or hardware to maintain. And you can access your files, emails and documents from anywhere in the world.

If you’re looking for an IT system that guarantees automatic updates, regular backups and full encryption, then you’ve come to the right place. Our cloud IT solutions are designed to adapt to the ever-changing technologies in today’s digital world. From migrations and installations to full cloud storage UK and data recovery, you can benefit from a seamless experience wherever you’re working.

Cloud technology solutions are simpler than you might think.

We won’t hit you with heavy jargon or bamboozle you with options that might not be right for you. Instead, we’ll collaborate with you to help you articulate how you need your IT systems to work.

Once we’ve identified your priorities, we can create a cloud service agreement that matches your needs.

  • Colocation rack space
  • Email Migration
  • Microsoft 365 cloud services
  • Public cloud services (such as AWS or Azure)
  • Rapid cloud backups
  • Server migration

With so many options available, our cloud services costs will match your business needs and your bottom line.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most small businesses don’t need lots of complicated cloud services. You need the right tools to work efficiently, keep your data safe, and access the files and systems you rely on.

When we work with small businesses in Suffolk and Essex, we typically suggest they prioritise Microsoft 365 for email, documents, and everyday work, alongside secure cloud storage and data backups so you can recover important information if something goes wrong.

If you’re a small business or start up, your priority is to avoid paying for cloud services you don’t need. We recommend looking at how you work now, what information you need to protect, and whether your current setup is causing problems. As your business grows, you can always review your cloud services and add to them when there is a genuine business need.

If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry.

You don’t need to understand all the technical terminology or know the difference between every cloud platform. A good IT support provider should explain your options in plain English and help you decide what is useful for your business and what isn’t.

If you have any questions, don’t be afraid to reach out to us via info@lucidsystems.co.uk or phone us on 01473 355199.

Yes, your business data can be securely stored in the cloud. But as a business owner, you need to recognise that simply moving your files to the cloud doesn’t automatically protect them from every digital threat.

Cloud platforms such as Microsoft 365 include security features to protect the services you use. However, under a shared responsibility model, your business still needs to consider who can access your information, how you protect employee accounts, and what happens if an important file is accidentally deleted or lost.

Good cloud security doesn’t have to be complicated. Often, the biggest difference comes from investing in simple safeguards. For example, a strong password policy, multi-factor authentication, reviewed user permissions, and regular backups help protect your business data. The good news is these are quick, easy, and affordable to set up without unnecessarily complicating your everyday work.

You don’t need to become an IT or cybersecurity expert to use the cloud safely. If you’re unsure whether you have the right protections in place, start by understanding where your data is stored, who can access it, and whether you can recover it if something goes wrong.

For more information about this, you can read more in our guide to keeping your data secure in the cloud.

Yes. If your business relies on Microsoft 365, we recommend having a separate backup of the important data you store there.

It’s easy to assume that because your emails and files are stored in the cloud, you’ll always be able to get them back. But cloud storage and data backups aren’t the same. If someone accidentally deletes an important file or you lose access to information you need, having a separate business data backup gives you another way to recover it.

We know that mistakes and unexpected problems can happen. A useful tip is to consider what would happen if you suddenly lost access to an important customer file, your emails, or the documents your team needs to work. How quickly would you need them back? A good backup plan should reflect what information matters most to your business and how quickly you need to recover it.

This doesn’t have to become another complicated job on your to-do list. Start by identifying the files, emails and information your business couldn’t operate without and how quickly you would need to recover them. If you’re not sure what to back up, call us on 01473 355199, and we can talk you through your options.

There isn’t a single price for business cloud services because costs depend on your business needs. Our cloud services are built around how your business works, so we’ll look at how many people use your systems, which applications you rely on, how much data you store, and whether you need services like backups or ongoing support before confirming a final price.

Many variables can affect the monthly cost, so focus on business needs rather than starting with a specific package or price point. You might already be paying for some of what you need. For example, if you use Microsoft 365, there may be features available in your current subscription that you can use before adding anything else.

As always, our advice is to only choose cloud services that solve a genuine problem. If your current setup works well, don’t change it to move more technology to the cloud.

The right cloud services should support how your business works without leaving you paying for unnecessary licences, duplicated applications or technology that no longer meets your needs.

As your business grows, your cloud technology needs will change. An outdated system could hold your business back or keep you paying more than you need for services you no longer require.

It’s easy to see how it happens.

Different teams may introduce new software, employees may leave without removing licences, or you may find you’re paying for different cloud services with similar features. For a growing business, this can make it difficult to maintain a clear view of your technology costs.

To ensure you pay only for the cloud services you need, review your Microsoft 365 licences, cloud storage, data backups, and other software subscriptions. Verify that the number of licences corresponds to your user count and cancel any unnecessary services.

This is where a regular IT review becomes an operational priority, rather than an administrative task. That review can help you identify unnecessary costs, gaps in your current setup, and ways to use your existing technology more effectively.

Yes. We provide local businesses across Suffolk and Essex with managed Microsoft 365 services, plus any other cloud technology your business relies on. Our combined services mean that you have one place to go for support, whatever your business needs.

Our managed IT solutions are designed to take the pressure off your team while ensuring you understand what you’re paying for and why.

To find out how we can support your business, please email info@lucidsystems.co.uk or phone us on 01473 355199.

Yes. We plan Microsoft 365 migrations around your working hours, completing the migration work outside your normal business day wherever possible to minimise disruption and downtime.

Before we begin, we’ll review your existing setup and plan what needs to move, including business emails, files, user accounts and permissions. We’ll also discuss your working hours, customer behaviours, and any upcoming priorities you need to work around. This detailed planning and preparation stage helps us identify potential issues in advance and make the move as straightforward as possible for your employees.

We aim to ensure your employees finish work using your existing system and return ready to use Microsoft 365, with our engineers available to support you after the migration.

If you’re planning a Microsoft 365 migration in Essex or Suffolk, we can manage the process around the needs of your business. Find out more about our Microsoft 365 migration services or read about the consequences of not planning a migration properly.

Fast, seamless, affordable cloud backups

You need your files and folders to work effectively. But what would you do if you were affected by a data breach or somebody accidentally deleted the wrong file?

Would you be prepared if the likes of Microsoft or Google had an unexpected global outage? Our cloud backup services offer effective data backups that work alongside various SaaS providers, including G-Suite, Microsoft 365, and Azure.

Thanks to our intelligent software, we can begin backing up your data in just a few minutes. You can benefit from automatic high-frequency backups that run up to 24 times a day. Your Microsoft 365 data will be fully backed up with parallel execution and automatic rescheduling if a backup fails. All data will be fully encrypted and can be quickly restored with shared permissions, document IDs, and full structure intact.

Our cloud hosted backup solutions offer affordable pricing structures with no hidden charges or lengthy contracts.

Instead, you will pay a singular fee per user per month. Our business cloud backups are affordable for freelancers, start-ups, sole traders, and limited companies across Suffolk, Norfolk, and Essex. Whether you have one or two users or a fleet of offices around the region, we can find the most appropriate and cost-effective backup solution for you.