Azure Public Cloud

Resilient public cloud solutions for high-performing digital workplaces

Azure can move fast, but only if the foundations are right. Many organisations hit the same blockers: unclear workload placement across public and private clouds, rising cloud spend, inconsistent security controls, and limited visibility once teams start deploying at speed. Add legacy dependencies and existing infrastructure constraints, and the public cloud becomes harder to govern than it should be. Organisations want to be able to:

Run AI and data workloads at scale using cloud infrastructure built specifically for analytics, AI, and innovation.
Reduce cost and complexity by replacing fixed, ageing infrastructure with elastic, pay‑for‑what‑you‑use cloud services.
Improve security, resilience, and governance with built‑in identity, protection, and compliance capabilities.

CBS sells, implements, and manages Microsoft Azure as part of our Managed Services portfolio—so you get the benefits of a modern cloud platform without the operational overhead. We help you design the right mix across public cloud solutions, private cloud services, and hybrid cloud environments, then build and run Azure using a structured landing zone, security guardrails, proactive monitoring and cost optimisation. The result is simpler operations, faster releases, and Azure that stays secure and cost-efficient as you scale.

The benefits of Azure public cloud

Faster delivery, less operational drag

Use Azure cloud services and developer tools to build, test, and release faster without your team carrying the admin burden.

Predictable cloud costs

Improve visibility into cloud spend and usage. Cost optimisation reduces waste and helps prevent bill shock.

Security and governance built in

Policy, monitoring, and control layers to reduce risk and strengthen compliance across cloud resources.

Scale when demand spikes

Use public cloud computing power for burst capacity and global scale without overbuilding underlying infrastructure.

Better continuity and resilience

Design for high availability, backup and disaster recovery, so business operations keep running.

Modernise at your pace

Choose the right path for each workload—lift-and-shift where it’s appropriate, or modernise with PaaS for long-term efficiency.

How do I determine what the right Cloud strategy is for my business?

Cloud-based solutions are critical to meet the demands of modern business models in New Zealand. However, determining the right Cloud strategy for your business can be a complex process. First, you must identify and assess the unique demands of your industry, organisation and customers to decide which Cloud platform is best suited. Factors such as scalability, cost savings, security, compliance, regulation, and performance will need to be taken into account when selecting a Cloud strategy. Cloud technology can provide powerful advantages, but only when tailored to deliver on corporate objectives. It's important to work with a partner that has deep expertise in both technology and industry so they can advise on the best approach for your organisation.

Our approach

We believe no business succeeds alone. That’s why we partner with you—taking the time to listen and truly understand your goals, challenges, and opportunities.

With that insight, we plan the right‑fit solutions that balance technology, process, automation, and talent, then deliver with precision and care.

The result is a trusted partnership that helps you stay agile, resilient, and confident as you move forward to meet your desired outcomes.

Our approach

Frequently asked questions

What is Azure public cloud?

Azure public cloud is Microsoft’s global cloud platform that delivers cloud computing services such as virtual machines, networking, object storage, databases, data analytics, and machine learning. It supports public cloud solutions, hybrid cloud environments, and integration with on-premises systems.

What’s the difference between IaaS and PaaS in Azure?

Infrastructure as a service (IaaS) gives you flexible cloud infrastructure—virtual machines, networking and storage—so you can run workloads with more control. Platform as a service (PaaS) reduces admin overhead by providing managed services (like app services, managed databases, integration services and serverless computing) that help teams ship faster with less maintenance.

How does CBS support Azure compared to buying direct?

CBS is a cloud service provider that sells, implements, and manages Azure. We provide landing zone foundations, governance, security controls, proactive monitoring, cost optimisation, and ongoing managed cloud services—so Azure remains secure, compliant, and cost-efficient as your environment grows.

Can Azure support hybrid cloud solutions and on-premises systems?

Yes. Azure supports hybrid cloud approaches—connecting existing infrastructure and on premises environments to public cloud resources. CBS can design the right workload placement across public and private clouds and manage the hybrid cloud environment end-to-end.

How do you manage Azure cloud costs and avoid overspending?

Cost control requires visibility and active optimisation—right-sizing, scheduling, reserved capacity where appropriate, storage tiering (including archive storage), automation, and ongoing reporting. CBS monitors cloud spend and implements cost-optimisation practices to keep cloud costs predictable.