Top 5 Quick Takeaways from This Article
1. Public cloud downtime isn’t your fault—but it’s your fallout
71% of cloud outages come from the provider side. But when systems go dark, you’re the one answering to leadership and clients.
2. Backups That Don’t Sleep on the Job
Zimcom’s secure cloud hosting includes Automatic Data Protection—daily, automated backups stored securely in-region and out-of-region to protect against loss. You get built-in resilience with recovery-ready infrastructure, without needing to bolt on extra backup services.
3. VMware licensing is shifting fast—usually against you
No more perpetuals. More bundling. Limited flexibility. Zimcom offers secure cloud hosting with clear terms, simple billing, and full migration support off of VMware.
4. Secure cloud hosting puts you back in control
Dedicated infrastructure. Built-in compliance support. Transparent recovery metrics. Zimcom gives you ownership, not uncertainty.
5. Zimcom helps teams get out fast—without disruption
We’ve supported clients moving off VMware and public cloud with minimal downtime, zero data loss, and full continuity planning.
You’re working through your next round of infrastructure decisions, reviewing VMware terms, checking your DR policies, comparing cloud costs that still don’t line up month to month.
None of it feels straightforward.
Licensing models are shifting. Recovery options are split across vendors. And cloud costs that were supposed to be predictable just keep climbing.
That’s why more IT teams are moving to secure cloud hosting, not as a replacement for everything, but as a way to take back control over the systems they rely on every day.
According to TechTarget, 60% of IT leaders are looking for public cloud alternatives. They’re evaluating risk, compliance, cost, and support, because staying the same is starting to feel like the bigger risk.
At Zimcom, we help teams transition with secure cloud environments (public or private) that include cybersecurity, business continuity, and IT infrastructure support. But the deeper issue is this: the platforms you’ve been relying on weren’t designed around your goals in the first place.
What Cloud Providers Leave Out (And Why It Puts You at Risk)
Cloud platforms are built for scale. But scale often means trade-offs: shared resources, limited visibility, and recovery that rely on vendors you can’t fully engage with.
When your business depends on uptime, compliance, and clear accountability, those trade-offs become real risks. Here’s where most teams discover the gap between what they expected, and what they’re actually responsible for.
Public Cloud From The Big Hyperscalers Aren’t Designed for Your Business Goals
You’ve implemented best practices, optimized configurations, and maintained compliance checklists. Yet, challenges persist—unexpected costs, delayed support, and unclear responsibilities.
Here’s what industry data reveals:
- Data Egress Fees Accumulate Rapidly: Transferring data out of cloud environments can be costly. For instance, AWS charges $0.09 per GB for the first 10TB each month, leading to significant expenses for businesses handling large data volumes.
- Support Response Times Vary: Depending on the support plan, initial response times can range from 1 to 24 hours. Critical issues may experience delays, impacting business continuity.
- Compliance Responsibilities Are Shared: While cloud providers offer tools for compliance, configuring and maintaining compliance often falls on the customer, necessitating continuous oversight.
- Disaster Recovery Testing Is Essential: Regular testing of disaster recovery plans is crucial. Without it, misconfigurations can go unnoticed, leading to potential failures during actual incidents.
- Licensing Changes Can Introduce Hidden Costs: Recent updates to licensing models, such as Microsoft’s 2025 pricing adjustments, have introduced complexities that can lead to unforeseen expenses if not carefully managed.
These findings highlight that while public cloud solutions offer scalability and flexibility, they may not always align with the specific needs and expectations of your business.
What Makes Our Secure Cloud Hosting Different?
At Zimcom, secure cloud hosting isn’t just a feature, it’s a foundation. Whether you’re in a private or public cloud environment, we build your infrastructure with the same priority: security, resilience, and control.
Here’s what sets our hosting apart:
- Built-in security across all environments
From network segmentation to compliance-aligned controls, every Zimcom cloud solution is hardened to protect your business, regardless of whether it’s public or private.
- Flexible deployment options
You don’t have to choose between agility and control. We offer secure public cloud options for scalability, and private cloud for full environment isolation, based on what fits your operations best.
- Integrated backup and disaster recovery
BaaS and DRaaS aren’t bolt-ons—they’re part of the plan. You get tested disaster recovery workflows, defined RPO/RTO objectives, and peace of mind built into every environment.
- Predictable pricing, no vendor traps
Unlike hyperscalers, our pricing is clear, no surprise egress fees or forced bundling. You get full transparency, with support that sticks with you through every phase.
With Zimcom, secure cloud hosting isn’t about one model. It’s about giving you the right-fit environment, with baked-in protection and support that adapts as you grow.
Backups Don’t Guarantee Recovery, And That’s the Real Risk
Most platforms give you backup. But when ransomware hits or your environment goes down, a saved file isn’t a recovery plan—and it definitely isn’t peace of mind.
That’s why every secure cloud environment at Zimcom includes built-in Automatic Data Protection. It’s not a bolt-on. It’s not an afterthought. And it doesn’t wait for disaster to become real.
Here’s how BaaS and DRaaS change the game:
- Offsite, Out-of-Region Replication
Your data is automatically backed up to geographically diverse sites, reducing the impact of local disruptions and ensuring an isolated recovery path.
- Automated, Policy-Driven Backups
Retention schedules are built to your compliance and operational needs—so you’re not guessing how long your data lives or where it’s stored.
- Support for Recovery Objectives
We help you define recovery points and timelines (RPO/RTO) based on how your business operates—not just what a vendor assumes.
- Secure, Compliant Storage
Your backups live in hardened environments that meet HIPAA, PCI DSS, and other industry standards, with full visibility into what’s retained, accessed, or restored.
The reality? Most cloud platforms leave recovery up to you. Zimcom doesn’t.
We build in the protection that matters most—so if something breaks, you already know your data is safe, your recovery is mapped, and your provider isn’t missing in action.
How Zimcom Supports You Differently
We’re not here to lock you in; we’re here to support what comes next.
Where public cloud providers bury you in usage tiers and restrictive contracts, Zimcom prioritizes clarity, flexibility, and long-term alignment.
- No auto-renewing contracts or hidden exit terms
- No inflated egress or recovery fees
- Straightforward pricing and support that stays involved
- Infrastructure tailored to your goals—not forced into a template
- Migration, optimization, and roadmap planning included
Other platforms wait until something breaks. We stay in the loop, so you’re not stuck figuring it out alone.
Ready to Leave Uncertainty Behind? Contact Zimcom Today!
If public cloud risk, VMware costs, or fragmented recovery plans are still holding you back, it’s time for something more aligned. At Zimcom, we help mid-market teams move to secure cloud environments that reduce complexity, eliminate hidden fees, and keep recovery and compliance fully covered—without waiting on a support queue.
Contact us today to see how secure cloud hosting could fit your roadmap.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is secure cloud hosting, and how is it different?
It’s purpose-built cloud infrastructure designed to meet the needs of your business. That means better security, clearer compliance, and full control over recovery.
2. Is this better than public cloud hosting from one of the large Hyperscalers?
Yes. Zimcom gives you predictable pricing, hands-on support, and environments built around your needs. Public cloud often leaves you with hidden fees and unclear responsibilities.
3. Do I still need backups if I’m in the cloud?
Definitely. Zimcom includes built-in backup and disaster recovery, so you’re not relying on snapshots or hoping someone else has a plan.
4. Can Zimcom move us off VMware or Azure?
Yes. Zimcom has helped dozens of companies leave VMware and public cloud providers with minimal downtime and zero surprises.
5. How much does secure cloud hosting cost?
It depends on your environment, but Zimcom’s pricing is clear and consistent. There are no inflated egress fees or auto-renew traps.
6. Will this help us stay compliant?
Yes. Zimcom builds secure cloud environments aligned with HIPAA, PCI, NIST, and other industry standards.
7. Who uses secure cloud hosting like this?
Businesses in legal, healthcare, and financial services use Zimcom for more control, recovery, and support they can actually reach.
