Get cloud-ready with Cloud Discovery Lite (CDL)
Cloud migration can unlock agility, scale and savings, but only if you start with a clear view of what’s ready, what’s not, and what it’ll take to get there. That’s where Cloud Discovery Lite comes in.
The challenge
Cloud migration is rarely straightforward. Without proper planning, businesses face spiralling costs, missed dependencies and security risks.
On-premises infrastructure may be holding you back, but without visibility, it’s hard to know what’s worth moving, how to move it, or what it’ll cost. Add to that security concerns, compliance requirements and uncertain ROI, and many transformation projects stall before they begin.
Our solution
Our free cloud readiness assessment evaluates your infrastructure, workloads and business goals to uncover opportunities, risks and savings, then delivers tailored, practical guidance to help you move forward with confidence.
Delivered as a no-cost workshop, it combines technical analysis with strategic insight to assess your cloud readiness and guide your next steps, giving you the clarity to move forward, faster.
Our Cloud Discovery Lite assessment includes:
- Assessment of your current IT estate, focusing on infrastructure, workloads, applications and dependencies.
- Identification of which workloads are cloud-ready and which require refactoring.
- Forecasting of cloud migration costs and potential savings.
- Review of your current operating model, governance, security and compliance posture.
- Tailored recommendations for cloud platform selection and deployment options (public, private, hybrid).
- An actionable, jargon-free report to inform your strategy and build stakeholder confidence.
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Control complexity
Gain a complete view of your infrastructure and workloads, including dependencies, risks and migration readiness.
Optimise spend
Forecast cloud migration costs, identify quick wins, and avoid overprovisioning or unnecessary investment.
Strengthen compliance
Assess your security posture and regulatory risks to ensure cloud migration aligns with compliance obligations.
Empower decisions
Back your transformation plan with evidence, from business case validation to technical feasibility.
Who it’s for
IT leaders planning cloud migration or hybrid transformation.
Operations seeking a clear, independent view of cloud readiness.
Businesses needing to align technology strategy with cost, performance and compliance.
Key benefits
Clear cloud readiness analysis covering infrastructure, applications, architecture and compliance.
Risk mitigation by identifying blockers, security concerns and migration complexity.
Custom platform recommendations for public, private or hybrid cloud.
Forecasted cost and savings estimates to support budgeting and planning.
Tailored roadmap to move from assessment to action.
Completely free, with no obligation.
Works well with
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Well-Architected Review (WAR)
For teams running on AWS who want to validate, optimise and future-proof their cloud architecture.
Start your journey
Every successful cloud project starts with visibility.
Our free Cloud Discovery Lite workshop helps you understand your starting point, define your goals and make decisions with confidence. You’ll receive a tailored, easy-to-action report outlining where you are, where to focus and how to progress.
Our point of view
“Cloud transformation succeeds when it’s based on clarity, not assumptions. That’s exactly why Cloud Discovery Lite provides a structured, no-cost way to understand where you are today and how to move forward.
The framework that we’ve honed over time has been pivotal in helping healthcare, housing, retail and the public sector operations all reduce risk, plan better and achieve faster ROI from their cloud investments. And it will work for you, too.”
How we deliver
Managed Services
Managing today
We take care of the platforms, infrastructure and services your business depends on so your teams can focus on growth, not firefighting. From basic coverage to enterprise-grade assurance, our Managed Services are designed to reduce risk, maintain availability and keep you moving forward.
Strategic Change
Building tomorrow
We deliver change with structure, clarity and confidence helping you reduce risk, increase value and modernise for the future. Our approach is built around real-world outcomes, not theoretical transformation.
The real FAQs for Cloud Discovery Lite
Moving to the cloud is a major operational decision, but one that shouldn’t start with guesswork. These are the questions we’re most often asked by organisations looking for clarity, confidence and a no-risk starting point for transformation.
Is this really free?
Yes. Cloud Discovery Lite is fully funded, with no obligation. It’s our way of helping organisations start strong.
How long does the workshop take?
Typically two short sessions: 2–4 hours with your IT team and another 2–4 hours with stakeholders to discuss goals.
Do I need to be planning a cloud migration already?
No. The assessment is useful whether you’re planning, evaluating, or just exploring your options.
Will we get a written report?
Yes. You’ll receive a detailed, easy-to-understand report with readiness insights, risks, and clear next steps.
What if we already have cloud infrastructure?
We can validate your current setup and highlight cost-saving or optimisation opportunities through a funded FinOps review.
Does this only cover AWS?
Who should be involved from our side?
Ideally IT infrastructure leads, business stakeholders, security representatives and anyone influencing cloud decisions.
What’s the difference between this and a full migration engagement?
Cloud Discovery Lite is a short, no-cost assessment designed to inform your strategy, which is ideal for scoping, validation and early-stage planning.
Do you recommend specific platforms or vendors?
We’re cloud-agnostic. We’ll advise on public, private or hybrid models based on your specific needs and not blind you with what’s ‘popular’.
Can this support a business case for investment?
Yes. The output report includes migration cost forecasts, benefit modelling, and high-level timelines to support internal business case development.
How detailed are the technical recommendations?
We focus on clarity and prioritisation, not overwhelming detail. You’ll get actionable insights backed by technical evidence, suitable for both execs and IT leads.
What sectors do you have experience in?
We’ve delivered cloud strategy and migrations in public sector, healthcare, housing, retail, education and financial services, including regulated and high-security environments.
Can we combine this with a security or cost optimisation assessment?
Yes. We frequently run Cloud Discovery Lite alongside our Cyber Maturity Assessment or FinOps Review for a joined-up view.
What happens after the assessment?
That’s up to you. You can proceed independently, with your own partners, or continue working with Digital Space for migration, optimisation or ongoing management.
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