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Layered cybersecurity built around ESET, Avanan, and Keeper — deployed and managed by a local South East Queensland team, aligned to the ACSC Essential Eight framework.


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Azure

Microsoft-aligned cloud platform

Vultr

Flexible VPS & cloud hosting

24/7

Cloud infrastructure monitoring

SEQ

Local Brisbane & Gold Coast Team


Cloud Operating Model

Security by Default

Identity, access, hardening, baselines

Governed

Performance & Reliability

Right-sizing, monitoring, alerts

Optimised

Cost Control

Budgets, usage visibility, reviews

Predictable

Backup & Recovery

Retention, test restores, runbooks

Proven


Cloud Stack Microsoft Azure Amazon AWS Google Cloud Vultr Cloud Proxmox VMware Hybrid & Multi-Cloud Microsoft 365 Backup & DR Cost Governance

Cloud Outcomes That Matter

Cloud is not a product purchase — it's an operating model. ATS Systems focuses on four outcomes: resilience, performance, security, and cost control.

  • Scalable Growth

    Scale resources up or down without forklift upgrades — so IT capacity keeps pace with business demand, not the other way around.

  • Security & Governance

    Identity-first access controls, least privilege, logging, and standards-based configuration — built in from day one, not bolted on after.

  • Resilience & Recovery

    Backup and disaster recovery designed around real recovery targets, with documented runbooks and test restores — so recovery is proven, not assumed.


Cloud Services for South East Queensland Businesses

From initial assessment through to ongoing management — every cloud service designed, delivered, and supported by a local team who understands your environment.

  • Microsoft Azure Infrastructure

    Design, deploy, and manage Azure virtual machines, networking, storage, and identity — built to your business requirements and optimised for cost and performance.

    • Virtual machines & compute
    • Azure Virtual Networks & VPN Gateway
    • Entra ID & identity management
    • Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
    • Cost monitoring & right-sizing
    Microsoft Azure

  • Vultr Cloud Compute & Hosting

    High-performance, cost-predictable cloud compute and hosting via Vultr — ideal for websites, applications, and workloads needing flexible infrastructure with fixed monthly pricing.

    • Cloud compute & VPS instances
    • High-frequency bare metal options
    • Object & block storage
    • Managed databases
    Vultr

  • Cloud Migration & Modernisation

    Moving workloads, servers, and data from on-premise to cloud — assessed, planned, and executed with staged cutovers, security hardening, and post-migration validation.

    • On-premise to Azure migration
    • Server lift-and-shift
    • Data & application migration
    • Post-migration optimisation
    Azure Migrate

  • Microsoft 365 & Exchange Online

    Full Microsoft 365 deployment, migration, and ongoing administration — Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and Entra ID managed as a complete cloud workspace.

    • Exchange Online migration & admin
    • SharePoint & OneDrive setup
    • Teams voice & collaboration
    • Licence management & cost optimisation
    Microsoft 365

  • Hybrid Cloud & On-Premise Integration

    Not everything belongs in the cloud. We design hybrid environments connecting on-premise infrastructure with cloud platforms securely — without forcing a full migration.

    • Azure Arc & hybrid management
    • Site-to-site VPN & ExpressRoute
    • On-premise AD sync to Entra ID
    • Phased migration strategies
    Azure + On-Premise

  • Cloud Backup & Disaster Recovery

    Cloud-based backup with tested recovery procedures — so a ransomware attack, hardware failure, or accidental deletion doesn't become a business-ending event.

    • Microsoft 365 backup via Dropsuite
    • Azure Backup for VMs & servers
    • Offsite & geo-redundant copies
    • Tested restore procedures & runbooks
    Azure Backup + Dropsuite

  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)

    AWS infrastructure design, deployment, and management — from EC2 compute and S3 storage through to IAM, RDS, and VPC networking for businesses with existing AWS workloads or needing the broadest cloud service catalogue.

    • EC2 compute & Auto Scaling
    • S3 storage & Glacier archiving
    • IAM & identity governance
    • RDS managed databases
    • CloudWatch monitoring & alerts
    Amazon AWS

  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

    Google Cloud deployment and management for businesses using Google Workspace, or running data-intensive, analytics, or AI/ML workloads that benefit from Google's global infrastructure.

    • Compute Engine & GKE
    • Cloud Storage & BigQuery
    • Google Workspace integration
    • IAM & resource hierarchy
    • Cloud Monitoring & alerting
    Google Cloud


Cloud infrastructure management for Brisbane businesses — ATS Systems

Cloud Done Properly — Not Just Moved

Many businesses move to the cloud and immediately overpay, underperform, or expose themselves to risks they didn't have before. The platform doesn't manage itself.

ATS Systems designs cloud environments for your actual workloads — then manages them continuously so they stay secure, cost-efficient, and performing as expected.

  • Right-sized from day one — no paying for capacity you don't use
  • Security built in — identity, access, and network controls configured correctly
  • Local team, local support — no overseas helpdesk for business-critical infrastructure
  • Hybrid flexibility — cloud where it makes sense, on-premise where it doesn't
  • Ongoing optimisation — monthly reviews, not set-and-forget


Azure vs. Vultr — Finding Your Fit

Every business has different workloads. We help you choose the right platform — or combine both — to match your technical requirements and budget.

Consideration Azure AWS Google Cloud Vultr
Best suited for M365-integrated workloads, enterprise identity, hybrid cloud Broadest service catalogue, developer workloads, existing AWS ecosystems Data analytics, AI/ML, Google Workspace environments Cost-predictable VPS, web hosting, straightforward deployments
Pricing model Usage-basedRequires active cost governance Usage-basedWidest range of pricing models Usage-basedSustained use discounts available Fixed monthlyMost predictable for SMBs
Microsoft 365 integration Native — deep Entra ID, Teams, SharePoint Possible — via federation Partial — alongside Google Workspace Possible — with configuration
Compliance & ACSC alignment Native tooling (Defender, Sentinel, Purview) AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, Config Security Command Center, Chronicle Achievable with ATS Systems hardening
Deployment speed Structured — landing zone recommended Fast — large service catalogue, mature tooling Fast — streamlined console & CLI Fastest — instances in minutes
Service breadth 200+ services, enterprise-grade 250+ services — widest catalogue 200+ services — AI/data strength Core IaaS — compute, storage, networking
ATS Systems recommendation Primary for identity, M365 & hybrid Existing AWS workloads & developer platforms Google Workspace orgs & data workloads Hosting, apps & cost-sensitive workloads

How a Cloud Engagement Works

A structured delivery model that reduces risk, controls change, and keeps stakeholders aligned throughout.

  1. Assess

    Workload discovery, dependency mapping, security posture review, and a clear target-state recommendation with upfront cost estimates.

  2. Design

    Landing zone, identity, networking, governance, and backup/DR architecture — built for long-term operations, not just the migration day.

  3. Migrate

    Staged migration with security controls and backups in place before go-live — validated and signed off, not assumed to be working.

  4. Operate

    Ongoing monitoring, optimisation, cost governance, patching, and continuous improvement — your environment actively managed, not left to drift.

Industries We Support Across South East Queensland

Cloud architecture and compliance requirements vary by industry. ATS Systems has experience delivering cloud solutions across a broad range of Brisbane and Gold Coast business sectors.

  • Legal & Law Firms
  • Accounting & Finance
  • Healthcare & Medical
  • Construction & Engineering
  • E-commerce & Retail
  • Education & Training
  • Property & Real Estate
  • Transport & Logistics


Cloud Platforms & Technologies

Business-grade tooling paired with operational discipline — so cloud remains a managed asset, not a monthly surprise.

  • Microsoft Azure

    IaaS, PaaS, VMs, networking & storage

  • Amazon AWS

    EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, CloudWatch

  • Google Cloud

    Compute Engine, GKE, BigQuery, GCS

  • Vultr Cloud

    Cloud compute, bare metal, object storage

  • Proxmox

    Open-source virtualisation & private cloud

  • VMware

    Enterprise virtualisation & vSphere management

  • Microsoft 365

    Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive

  • Microsoft Entra ID

    Cloud identity & access management

  • Azure Backup

    VM & server backup with restore testing

  • Azure VPN Gateway

    Site-to-site & hybrid connectivity

  • Cloud Monitoring

    Azure Monitor, CloudWatch, Cloud Ops


Cloud Services — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from Brisbane and Gold Coast businesses moving workloads into the cloud.


ATS Systems delivers cloud services across Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, and Vultr. Azure suits Microsoft-aligned workloads and enterprise identity. AWS offers the broadest service catalogue and suits developer-heavy or existing AWS environments. Google Cloud excels for data analytics and AI/ML workloads. Oracle Cloud is a strong fit for database-heavy and enterprise application workloads. Vultr offers cost-predictable VPS and hosting. Multi-cloud and hybrid designs are available.

The right platform depends on your existing environment and workloads. Azure is the best fit for businesses invested in Microsoft 365 and enterprise identity. AWS suits businesses needing the broadest service options, developer tooling, or existing AWS infrastructure. Google Cloud is ideal for organisations on Google Workspace or running data-intensive and AI workloads. Vultr is the most cost-predictable option for straightforward hosting and applications. Many South East Queensland businesses use a combination — ATS Systems will recommend the right fit based on your actual requirements.

Yes. Engagements typically include assessment, target design, staged migration, security hardening, post-migration validation, and optimisation — with a focus on minimising downtime and business impact throughout.

Cost governance is built in from day one — right-sizing aligned to real usage, budget alerts, usage visibility dashboards, lifecycle policies, and a recurring optimisation review cadence so spend stays aligned to actual value as your environment evolves. This applies across all platforms — Azure Cost Management, AWS Cost Explorer, Google Cloud Billing, and Vultr's fixed pricing model each require different approaches.

Yes. Backups are designed around your recovery objectives, with retention policies, test restores, and documented recovery runbooks — so recovery is proven and repeatable, not just assumed to work. Solutions are available across Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud environments.

Yes. Many businesses end up with workloads across more than one platform — often Azure for identity and M365, AWS or Google Cloud for specific applications, and Vultr for hosting. ATS Systems can manage and optimise across multiple environments, providing a single point of accountability rather than dealing with each platform separately.

Not always. The best outcome is usually right-sizing — cloud-first where it improves resilience and agility, and hybrid where legacy constraints or local performance requirements apply. ATS Systems recommends based on your specific workloads, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

Not Sure What Cloud Setup Is Right for You?

Book a free cloud assessment. We'll review your environment, identify what belongs in the cloud, and give you a clear plan — with honest costings, no obligation.

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Serving South East Queensland

  • Brisbane CBD
  • Fortitude Valley
  • Milton
  • Chermside
  • North Lakes
  • Capalaba
  • Southport
  • Surfers Paradise
  • Robina
  • Burleigh Heads
  • Ipswich
  • Logan
  • Yatala
  • Sunshine Coast