What is Azure Arc?

Maintain control and security across your entire IT landscape

Azure Arc extends Azure management and services to any infrastructure, whether on-premises, multi-cloud, or edge, providing a unified control plane to manage and secure diverse environments. By bringing Azure management to your hybrid and multi-cloud setups, Azure Arc allows for consistent operations, governance, and compliance, making it easier to maintain control and security across your entire IT landscape.

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The Benefits of Centralized Management Across Environments with Azure Arc

Azure Arc simplifies complex environments by bringing key Azure capabilities to any infrastructure. Check out the key benefits that Azure Arc brings to your organization, making it a vital tool for modern business leaders.

Reduced Complexity

Centralize management of your on-premises, multi-cloud, and edge environments, reducing complexity.

Enhanced Security

Apply Azure security policies and standards uniformly across all environments, ensuring comprehensive protection and compliance.

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Operational Consistency

Maintain consistent operations and governance across diverse environments, enabling smoother and more predictable management.

Increased Visibility

Get visibility into your entire IT environment, ensuring better monitoring, management, and decision-making.

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Key Features that Define Azure Arc

Azure Arc simplifies management and governance, making it easier for organizations to maintain control and security. Here’s a closer look at the features that Azure Arc brings to your IT operations.

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Azure Resource Manager Integration

Project non-Azure resources into Azure Resource Manager for centralized management.

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Kubernetes Management

Attach and configure Kubernetes clusters running anywhere, with support for multiple distributions.

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Azure Data Services

Run Azure data services on-premises, at the edge, and in public clouds using Kubernetes.

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DevOps and ITOps Integration

Introduce DevOps practices while using traditional ITOps for seamless operations.

Custom Locations

Configure custom locations on top of Azure Arc-enabled Kubernetes clusters for targeted deployments.

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Role-based Access Control

Implement role-based access control (RBAC) to manage access and security across your environments.

Azure Policy

Ensure zero-touch compliance and configuration for Kubernetes clusters using Azure Policy.

GitOps

Deploy configurations across one or more clusters from Git repositories using GitOps.

Virtual Machine Management

Perform lifecycle and management operations for virtual machines in VMware vSphere and Azure Stack HCI environments.

Unified Experience

View and manage your Azure Arc-enabled resources through the Azure portal, Azure CLI, Azure PowerShell, or Azure REST API.

Azure Update Management 

Manage updates for your Windows and Linux systems across various environments, whether they are on-premises, in Azure, or in other cloud platforms. 

Extended Security Updates (ESUs)

Ensure that even your legacy systems remain secure while you plan for migration or upgrading.

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Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Integration 

Extend Microsoft’s Defender for Endpoint capabilities to non-Azure servers, providing unified security management across all your connected resources. 

Why Choose Velosio as Your Microsoft Partner?

No partner has as rich of a history in the Microsoft ecosystem as Velosio. We are a Global ISV Development partner capable of building, connecting, implementing, and supporting the entire Microsoft stack from Office 365 to the entire Business Application Cloud Suite.

By partnering with Velosio you can ensure:

Industry Expertise

Velosio’s seasoned advisors specialize in midmarket companies, ensuring tailored solutions that address specific industry needs. This gives us a unique edge in the ability to provide  insights and strategies that drive real results.

Cloud Applications Leadership

As a leading cloud applications partner, Velosio empowers businesses to leverage cloud technology effectively. Whether it’s Dynamics 365, Azure, or Office 365, Velosio guides clients toward competitive advantages.

Transformative Solutions

Velosio’s deployment models swiftly guide clients to the right solution, helping them maximize their technology investments. From ERP to CRM, Velosio ensures that businesses stay ahead in today’s dynamic market.

Your Success is Our Focus

You won’t find a partner with people more passionate about making their clients into heroes. Velosio attracts the most experienced consultants and technologists around who go beyond implementation. Our team is dedicated to helping you unlock the full potential of Azure Arc.

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Whether you’re curious about our software solutions, services, or support, we’re ready to answer all your questions.

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Reduced Complexity
Enhanced Security
Operational Consistency
Increased Visibility

Azure Arc Pricing

Azure Arc pricing is designed to be flexible and customizable to fit the needs of your organization. The core control plane, which includes basic inventory, management, and automation capabilities, is free. Additional services, such as Azure Arc-enabled data services, Kubernetes, and security and monitoring, are available with varying pricing models.

For more detailed pricing on Azure Arc and to customize your cost estimates, speak with one of our experts here at Velosio.

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Azure Arc Frequently Asked Questions

Can Azure Arc manage non-Azure resources?

Can azure arc extended the life of existing systems?

Can you use Azure Arc to manage Microsoft Defender for Endpoint to secure your servers?

What is the difference between Azure Arc and Azure Stack?

What if I want to add additional Microsoft solutions?

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