BlackCSI Takes the Lead in Transitioning Customers’ IT Networks to Microsoft Azure

Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Helps Organizations Take Advantage of the Economic and Productivity Benefits of Moving to the Cloud

HARRISBURG, PA – February 25, 2025 - BlackCSI, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is helping organizations transition their IT networks to Microsoft Azure. BlackCSI is empowering organizations to leverage the economic and productivity benefits of moving their network to the cloud. With growing IT complexity, rapid AI innovation and strong demand for flexible hybrid work environments, BlackCSI is helping to navigate this transition as efficiently, productively, cost-effectively, and profitably for their customers.

“The days of managing bulky on-premise servers have long been over,” said Ruthann Black, President at BlackCSI. “The maintenance costs, cybersecurity risks, obsolescence and restrictions that on-premise IT infrastructure pose is no longer a liability business owners need to tolerate. Small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and non-profits are moving to Azure because there’s no need for them to host physical servers. More than ever, organizations are searching for ways to reduce operating costs, speed up the pace of collaboration and give their team more flexibility to accomplish their work, in a way that works for their lives. While the cloud has been nascent technology in years past, we’ve now reached the point in its development where it’s simply a superior technology and we foresee it enveloping on-premise servers.”

By moving to Azure, organizations no longer need to invest in physical servers, expensive leases or security efforts to secure them. This translates into significant cost savings and opens the door to a more agile IT environment. Additionally, Azure eliminates the problem of scattered data, enabling seamless collaboration across tools which integrate with everything that staff are already familiar with. While cost-efficiency and collaboration are most obvious explanations for why so many organizations are switching to Azure, the most significant reason is because of how it bolsters cybersecurity. Everyone can now leverage all the resources that Microsoft is pouring into cybersecurity. In fact, Microsoft has committed to invest $5 billion and also employs over 5,000 security professionals who are constantly figuring out ways to improve cybersecurity for every user. Since Microsoft has more resources and expertise at their disposal, organizations can expect to enjoy superior uptime and reliability which will far exceed any individual business’s capacity to deliver.

The shift to Azure aligns with key organizational objectives — like reducing large capital expenditures, improving collaboration and building a flexible infrastructure. Black also added, “When customers realize they’re already paying for Microsoft 365 licensing and can access premium tools without the burden of maintaining hardware, the choice becomes clear.”.

Their team is dedicated to guiding organizations through their transition to the cloud, ensuring a smooth process that prioritizes uptime, data security, and business continuity. Their focus is on simplifying networks, minimizing customer responsibilities, and equipping business owners with IT systems that can grow without constraints.

“With Azure, organizations aren’t just upgrading their IT infrastructure; they’re future proofing it,” said Black. “We’re excited to help unlock the power of the cloud, enabling all to achieve more with less.”

ABOUT BLACKCSI

Since we were first founded in 2002 by Ruthann Black, BlackCSI has provided small and mediumsized businesses with comprehensive IT support and consulting services.

Our mission is to maximize your return on investment by providing the kind of technology management services that are ordinarily reserved for large enterprises. From IT network management, unified communications to physical and logical security integration and much more, BlackCSI is committed to providing quality services to our clients with honest communication that you’d be hard pressed to find elsewhere, for prices that are fair and affordable.

We believe that the best way to solve an IT issue is to prevent it from ever happening in the first place. This is why we leverage a proactive service approach to predict and eliminate your technology issues - before they influence your business.

We are dedicated to serving our clients by listening to them, learning about the problems that they face, clarifying our process to maintain transparency, and reiterating how our solutions are of benefit to those we assist.

With Managed Services from BlackCSI, you will be able to enjoy: Proactive Care - The most effective way to avoid downtime and data loss is to be prepared to mitigate and avoid the circumstances that lead to them. 24/7 Maintenance - IT issues don’t stick to a 9 to 5 schedule. Neither do we. For a predictable monthly fee, you can enjoy anytime access to remote and on-site services, keeping you in operation. Live Help Desk Support - Need one-onone assistance with your IT? Our Help Desk services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year.

With the assistance of BlackCSI, a Pennsylvania-certified Small Diverse Business, you can improve your operations through the use of top-of-the-line IT solutions and service - as well as boost your internal productivity and inspire growth.

We’d love to be a part of your success story. For more information about how BlackCSI can assist your business and fulfill your particular needs, Contact us today! For more information, please call (717) 620-3042 or visit us at https://www.blackcsi.com.