# Fasthuma IT Solutions & MSP – Cloud > Server-to-cloud migration and Microsoft cloud services for San Francisco Bay Area small and mid-sized businesses (5–500 employees), from an IT company in Fremont, California, in business since 2008. Microsoft channel partner and Microsoft CSP partner. Phoenix server-to-cloud migration (moving on-premises servers to Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365), Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, backup and disaster recovery, Azure Virtual Desktop and cloud optimization. CompTIA certified. ## Key facts - Business name: Fasthuma IT Solutions & MSP (registered DBA of Fasthuma Enterprises Inc.) - In business since: 2008 - Address: 42307 Osgood Rd, Suite B, Fremont, CA 94539, USA - Phone: (510) 371-9468 - Email: info@fasthuma.com - Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM Pacific; closed Saturday and Sunday - Book a free consultation: https://bookings.cloud.microsoft/book/FasthumaIT@fasthuma.com/ - Areas served: Fremont, CA and the San Francisco Bay Area - Microsoft: channel partner and Cloud Solution Provider (CSP), direct and indirect. Azure is the primary cloud platform. - Credentials: CompTIA certified - Channel partners: Dell, Lenovo, Ubiquiti, Microsoft, Supermicro, Fortinet, RingCentral - Tools: Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Defender, Wazuh SIEM, Azure Backup, Azure Site Recovery, Synology NAS, Azure Virtual Desktop - Google Business Profile: https://share.google/QsAZpqobH6bSv5c9t - Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/fasthuma-it-fremont-5 ## Pricing - Ignite cloud readiness assessment: $1,500 flat. Flat fee for up to 3 servers; larger environments are quoted. Credited in full toward your Phoenix migration if you go ahead. - Phoenix server-to-cloud migration: Fixed-price quote after the Ignite assessment, before any work starts. - After migration, cloud clients use the same monthly managed IT plans as msp.fasthuma.com (Flame, Blaze, Inferno, per workstation). Inferno includes Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Microsoft 365 administration. - Azure Virtual Desktop cloud workstations are billed like a workstation on the client's plan, plus Azure usage at cost. - Per-device managed IT plans (Flame, Blaze, Inferno): https://msp.fasthuma.com/pricing/ ## Services - [Phoenix Server-to-Cloud Migration](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/services/cloud-migration/): Phoenix server-to-cloud migration: Fasthuma moves on-premises servers, files, sign-in and email to Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, starting with an Ignite cloud readiness assessment and a fixed-price quote. - [Microsoft 365](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/services/microsoft-365/): Microsoft 365 licensing, setup, migration, security and everyday support: Exchange Online email, Teams, SharePoint and OneDrive, from a Microsoft CSP partner in Fremont, CA. - [Microsoft Azure](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/services/azure/): Microsoft Azure set up and managed for small and mid-sized businesses: virtual servers, file storage, networking and identity, sized for what you use. - [Backup & Disaster Recovery](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/services/backup-disaster-recovery/): Backup and disaster recovery with Azure Backup, Azure Site Recovery and Synology NAS, with a written recovery plan and scheduled restore tests. - [Azure Virtual Desktop](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/services/azure-virtual-desktop/): Azure Virtual Desktop: a secure Windows desktop your team can open from any device, managed by Fasthuma. - [Cloud Optimization](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/services/cloud-optimization/): Microsoft 365 tenant audits, license clean-up, Azure cost reviews, security hardening and cloud governance. - [Managed IT](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/services/managed-it/): Monthly managed IT from Fasthuma IT Solutions & MSP: help desk, remote monitoring, patching, and server, network and Wi-Fi management. Full details on msp.fasthuma.com. - [Cybersecurity](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/services/cybersecurity/): Security for your Microsoft cloud: Microsoft Defender, managed threat monitoring, email security, MFA and YubiKeys, plus on-site risk assessments and incident response on cyber.fasthuma.com. ## Solutions - [Remote Workforce](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/solutions/remote-workforce/): Secure work from home or the road with Microsoft 365, Azure Virtual Desktop and managed devices. - [Secure Microsoft 365](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/solutions/secure-microsoft-365/): Lock down Microsoft 365: MFA, conditional access, Defender policies, email authentication and backup. - [Compliance Readiness](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/solutions/compliance/): Get your Microsoft cloud ready for audits, client security questionnaires and cyber insurance applications. - [Business Continuity](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/solutions/business-continuity/): Keep working when a server, laptop or office goes down, with tested backups and a written recovery plan. - [Identity Security](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/solutions/identity-security/): One protected sign-in for every app with Microsoft Entra ID, MFA, YubiKeys and conditional access. ## Industries - [Legal & Accounting](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/industries/legal-accounting/): Cloud and IT for law firms and accounting practices: secure client files, email and remote access. - [Healthcare](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/industries/healthcare/): Cloud and IT for medical and dental offices, with help preparing for HIPAA security reviews. - [Manufacturing & Construction](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/industries/manufacturing-construction/): Cloud and IT for the shop floor, the office and the job site. - [Semiconductor & Technology](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/industries/semiconductor-technology/): Cloud and IT for Bay Area semiconductor and technology companies, built to protect design files and IP. - [Professional Services](https://cloud.fasthuma.com/industries/professional-services/): Cloud and IT for Bay Area professional firms and local small businesses. ## Compliance - Helps businesses prepare their Microsoft cloud for compliance reviews, client security questionnaires and cyber insurance applications. Fasthuma does not certify compliance; formal audits are done by independent auditors. Not legal advice. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is the consultation really free? Yes. There is no charge and no obligation. ### What should we have ready? A rough count of users and devices, and if you have them, your latest Microsoft 365 or Azure invoice and a list of the applications you rely on. ### What are your hours? Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Closed Saturday and Sunday. ### Which cloud platform do you use? Microsoft: Microsoft 365 for email, Teams and files, and Microsoft Azure for servers, desktops and backup. Azure is our primary cloud platform. ### Do you sell Microsoft licenses? Yes. As a Microsoft CSP partner we can provide Microsoft 365 and Azure subscriptions, billed with our management. ### Can you also manage our computers and network? Yes, through our managed IT plans (Flame, Blaze and Inferno). See managed IT. ### Do we still need laptops? Users still need a device to connect, but it can be simpler, because the work happens in Azure. ### Can our line-of-business application run on Azure Virtual Desktop? Many Windows applications can. We test yours during the design. ### How is Azure Virtual Desktop billed? Each virtual desktop is billed like a workstation on your Flame, Blaze or Inferno plan, plus Azure usage at cost. You get an estimate of the Azure cost before deployment. ### Doesn't Microsoft already back up Microsoft 365? Microsoft keeps the service running and keeps deleted items for a limited time, but it is not a full backup you control. A separate Microsoft 365 backup lets you restore mail and files from a point in time you choose. ### Why keep a local NAS if we back up to the cloud? Restoring from a NAS in your office is usually faster for everyday mistakes. The cloud copy protects you if the office or the NAS itself is lost. ### How often do you test restores? On a schedule agreed in your recovery plan. You see the results. ### What if we get hit by ransomware? Backups are part of recovery. For investigating the attack itself, our incident response and forensics service on cyber.fasthuma.com comes on site. ### What does a Microsoft 365 tenant audit check? Users and licenses, admin roles, MFA coverage, sharing settings, email authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC), Defender policies and guest access. You get a written list of findings and fixes. ### Can you review our Azure bill? Yes. Book a free consultation and bring your current Azure and Microsoft 365 invoices; we'll point out where costs can come down. ### Do you make the changes after the review? Yes, if you want us to. Every change is listed and agreed first. ### Do you monitor for threats? Yes. We provide managed threat monitoring with Microsoft Defender and Wazuh SIEM. Ask us how it would be set up for your business on a free consultation. ### Can you assess our current security? Yes. Our on-site cybersecurity risk assessment ends with a written report and a roadmap. ### What if we have been breached? See what to do now on cyber.fasthuma.com, then call us. ### Which plan includes Microsoft 365? Inferno includes Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Microsoft 365 administration on each workstation. Flame and Blaze cover the workstation itself; Microsoft 365 licenses can be added through our Microsoft CSP partnership. ### Where can I see managed IT pricing? On msp.fasthuma.com. ### Do you offer vCIO advisory? Yes. A vCIO helps you plan IT projects and budgets and keeps your technology aligned with the business. ### Which Microsoft 365 plan does my business need? It depends on what your team uses. Business Basic covers web and mobile apps, email and Teams; Business Standard adds the desktop Office apps; Business Premium adds Intune device management and stronger security. We review how each person works and recommend the right mix. Microsoft lists the plans on its compare page. ### Can you take over our existing Microsoft 365 tenant? Yes. We can manage an existing tenant, and move your licenses to our CSP billing if you want one bill and one team for both. ### How long does a Microsoft 365 migration take? It depends on the number of mailboxes, the amount of data and where it is coming from. You get a written timeline in the plan before we start. ### Do you support Microsoft Teams? Yes: setup, channels and permissions, guest access and everyday support. For phone systems we also work with RingCentral as a channel partner. ### What happens to our data if we stop working with you? Your Microsoft 365 data stays in your tenant. We help transfer administration and licensing to whoever you choose. ### Is Azure cheaper than buying a new server? Sometimes, not always. It depends on what you run and for how long. We give you a written estimate of the monthly Azure cost before you decide, and compare it with replacing the server. ### Can we keep some systems in the office? Yes. Many businesses run a hybrid setup, with some systems in Azure and some on site, connected securely. ### Who pays Microsoft for Azure usage? Azure usage can be billed through Fasthuma as your Microsoft CSP partner, on one invoice with our management. ### Do you manage Azure after it is built? Yes. We patch, back up and monitor your Azure servers and review costs regularly. ### How much does it cost to move a server to the cloud? It depends on how many servers, applications and users you have and how much data moves. Start with the Ignite cloud readiness assessment ($1,500 flat for up to 3 servers). It ends with a fixed-price Phoenix quote, and the Ignite fee is credited in full if you go ahead. ### Will the cloud be cheaper than our server? Not always month to month. The cloud removes the next server purchase, gives you better recovery and lets people work from anywhere. The Ignite assessment estimates the monthly cost so you can compare before deciding. ### Do we need a server in Azure? Often not. Files can move to SharePoint and OneDrive, sign-in to Microsoft Entra ID and email to Exchange Online. An Azure server is used only for applications that need one. ### Can we keep some things in the office? Yes. Some systems, such as shop-floor equipment or a local NAS for fast restores, can stay on site in a hybrid setup. ### What happens to our old server? Once everything is moved and checked, we help you retire it. ### Can you also move our email from Google Workspace? Yes. Mail, calendars, contacts and Drive files can move to Microsoft 365 as part of the same project. ### How do I book a consultation? Book a free consultation online at any time, or call (510) 371-9468, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM. ### Can I visit your office? Yes. Choose "Visit our office" on the booking page so we are ready for you. ### Are you a Microsoft partner? Yes. Fasthuma IT Solutions & MSP is a Microsoft channel partner and a Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP), so we can sell, set up and support your Microsoft 365 and Azure subscriptions directly. ### Do you only work with Bay Area businesses? Our office is in Fremont and most of our clients are in the San Francisco Bay Area, which lets us come on site when needed. Cloud work itself can be done remotely. ### Do we need a server in the cloud? Often not. Files can move to SharePoint and OneDrive, sign-in to Microsoft Entra ID and email to Exchange Online; an Azure server is used only for applications that need one. See Phoenix server-to-cloud migration. ### How much does it cost to move our server to the cloud? Every migration starts with an Ignite cloud readiness assessment, $1,500 flat for up to 3 servers. It ends with a fixed-price Phoenix quote, and the Ignite fee is credited in full if you go ahead. See pricing. ### What do we pay each month after the move? One Flame, Blaze or Inferno managed IT plan per workstation, plus Azure usage and Microsoft 365 licenses. Inferno includes Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Microsoft 365 administration. ### We already have an IT person. Can you still help? Yes. We can work alongside them on cloud projects, licensing and security, or take over day-to-day support. ### How do we get started? Book a free consultation by phone, at our Fremont office or at yours. We'll review where you are and recommend next steps, with no obligation. ### Is Microsoft 365 suitable for a medical office? Microsoft 365 can be configured with the security controls healthcare offices are asked about, such as MFA, encryption and audit logging. Your policies and agreements matter too; we help with the technical side. ### Do you support practice management software? We support the computers, network and cloud it runs on, and work with the software vendor when needed. ### Can client files move from our file server to SharePoint? Yes, with folder permissions set per client or matter, and a tested migration plan. ### How do we protect staff from wire-fraud emails? MFA, Microsoft Defender email policies, DMARC on your domain and security awareness training reduce the risk. ### Can job-site staff get to drawings without a VPN? Usually, yes: files in SharePoint and OneDrive sync to approved laptops and tablets, protected by MFA. ### Can our production server move to Azure? Sometimes. Some shop-floor systems must stay on site. We review each one and recommend what fits. ### We only have 5 people. Is that too small? No. We work with businesses from 5 to 500 employees. ### Can you visit our office? Yes. We are in Fremont and work with businesses across the Bay Area. You can also visit our office for a consultation. ### Can engineering workloads run in Azure? Many can, from build servers to file storage. We size and estimate the cost before anything is built. ### How do you protect design files? Sign-in with MFA and conditional access, sharing limited to the right people, and backups you control. ### What does the Ignite assessment cost? $1,500 flat for up to 3 servers; larger environments are quoted. The fee is credited in full toward your Phoenix migration if you go ahead. ### How is a Phoenix migration priced? As a fixed project price, quoted at the end of the Ignite assessment, before any work starts. ### How are cloud desktops billed? Each Azure Virtual Desktop is billed like a workstation on your Flame, Blaze or Inferno plan, plus Azure usage at cost. ### Who pays for Azure? Azure usage is billed through Fasthuma as your Microsoft CSP partner. The Ignite assessment estimates it before you decide. ### Do you offer a free cloud cost review? Yes. Book a free consultation and bring your current Microsoft 365 and Azure invoices; we'll go through them with you. ### What is the difference between backup and disaster recovery? Backup is a copy of your data. Disaster recovery is the plan and the systems that get you working again, such as running a server in Azure while the office one is replaced. ### How do we know our backups work? We test restores on a schedule and share the results. ### Can you make us HIPAA compliant? We help you prepare: we set up and document the technical safeguards in your Microsoft cloud. Compliance itself depends on your policies and practices too, and formal assessments are done by independent auditors. This is not legal advice. ### Can you help with a cyber insurance application? Yes. For a full on-site review against your policy, see cyber insurance and compliance on cyber.fasthuma.com. ### What is a YubiKey? A small hardware security key that plugs into a computer or taps a phone to confirm a sign-in. It is a phishing-resistant form of MFA. ### Is Microsoft Entra ID included with Microsoft 365? Microsoft 365 business plans include Entra ID; Business Premium adds conditional access features. We check what your plan includes. ### Do remote staff need a VPN? Often not, once files are in SharePoint and OneDrive and apps are in Azure Virtual Desktop. We decide during the assessment. ### Can we control personal phones without managing the whole phone? Yes. Intune can protect company apps and data on a personal phone without taking over the device. ### What is the most important Microsoft 365 security setting? Multi-factor authentication for every account, so a stolen password alone is not enough to sign in. ### What are SPF, DKIM and DMARC? Three DNS records that tell other mail servers which senders are allowed to send as your domain, and what to do with messages that fail the check. ## Related Fasthuma sites - Managed IT for businesses: https://msp.fasthuma.com/ - Cybersecurity assessments and incident response: https://cyber.fasthuma.com/ - IT consulting for businesses: https://it.fasthuma.com/ - All Fasthuma sites: https://fasthuma.com/