What is our primary use case?
Microsoft Azure is essentially an IaaS solution, we use the DMs and everything in that.
Microsoft Azure is primarily an Infrastructure as a Service product.
What is most valuable?
We are satisfied with this solution.
We have not had any issues with the performance, or the stability.
It's more user-friendly than AWS.
What needs improvement?
I have only been using it for a month, so I'm still learning about the various options that are available. They have a lot of options, but I won't be able to comment unless I use it or explore it properly. Everything is fine, but I'm still learning.
The license price could be lower. If there is anything else, I will not know unless I explore.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have just started working with Microsoft Azure. I have been working with it for one month. I got my trial subscription and started working with it.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Microsoft Azure is a stable solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Microsoft Azure is a scalable product.
I use it for my own personal use.
How are customer service and support?
I contacted technical support a while ago. They were also helpful. I only had one question about the file quarantine and file locking options, and they were very helpful. They have a support team that responds fairly well.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
For remote work, we have been using Microsoft Teams.
We are also using McAfee Proxy, as well as Box.
We are also using Amazon AWS.
I've only recently begun working with AWS. I started but then stopped because I didn't like the user interface.
AWS is used and preferred by a large number of customers, but I am more comfortable working on Azure rather than AWS. This is a personal preference.
How was the initial setup?
The initial configuration is straightforward. We only need an email ID and we can sign up in a matter of minutes.
What about the implementation team?
We can complete the installation on our own.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Pricing is determined by how much you can use and how much you want to use it.
It's not on a per-user basis; it's on a per subscription basis. It is dependent on how much you use. It has a metering system. If you use a service, you will have to pay for it. You do not have to pay if you do not use any of the services. That's how it works.
The licensing fees could be cheaper.
What other advice do I have?
I would definitely recommend this solution to others who are considering using it.
I would rate Microsoft Azure a ten out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.