Cloud-to-cloud migrations can be daunting for platform engineers, especially when moving complex workloads between different cloud platforms. For those who have already spent significant time building secure, compliant infrastructure from scratch, the thought of migrating to another cloud environment can feel like a major challenge. Not only are they now responsible for migrating security controls and governance frameworks from one cloud to another, they need to ensure that their newly configured infrastructure meets compliance standards without disrupting ongoing operations. When these issues are compounded, they can result in stress and burnout for even the most seasoned engineer. However, with the right tools and methodologies, teams can streamline their migrations to be faster, more secure, and more efficient.
In this blog post, we’ll explore how StackGen simplifies cloud-to-cloud migrations, from automated resource discovery to continuous compliance, helping engineers transition with ease while maintaining security and governance standards.
The high costs and risks of manual cloud migrations
Cloud-to-cloud migration challenges are compounded by the need to maintain strict security controls and governance standards throughout the migration process. They need to ensure that IAM roles and policies are correctly configured, encryption and access controls are properly applied and replicate secure infrastructure across cloud platforms. The more time spent on these mapping tasks, the higher the costs incurred, and the more susceptible the process becomes to human error.
In addition to the technical risks, manual processes increase the financial burden of migration. Delays, errors, and inefficiencies can result in extended timelines, wasted resources, and ultimately higher operational expenses. Automation provides a solution to this issue by eliminating many of the manual tasks involved in cloud migration. By automating resource discovery and configuration, platform engineers can accelerate the migration process while reducing the risk of errors and avoiding unnecessary costs.
As more organizations adopt multi-cloud strategies, the need for an efficient, secure, and cost-effective migration solution becomes even more pressing. This is where generative infrastructure platforms like StackGen can play a pivotal role in transforming the migration process.
Eliminating complexity: Automating resource discovery and mapping
A major pain point in cloud migrations is resource discovery and mapping. Traditionally, platform engineers must manually identify resources in the source environment, map dependencies, and reconfigure those resources in the destination cloud. This process is tedious and prone to human error, which can result in critical issues such as downtime or security vulnerabilities.
For engineers tasked with hand-building secure infrastructure, automating resource discovery is particularly valuable. Not only does it speed up the migration process, but it also ensures that all dependencies and security controls are carried over accurately. StackGen’s automated resource discovery eliminates these challenges. The platform automatically scans the source environment, identifies resources, and maps them to their respective counterparts in the target cloud. This automation ensures that no resources are overlooked and that all dependencies are properly accounted for, significantly reducing the time and effort required for manual tasks.
By automating resource discovery and mapping, StackGen accelerates the entire migration process, mitigates human error, and ensures that the infrastructure remains secure and compliant with organizational policies. Automation is no longer just a convenience, it is a critical component of a successful, risk-free cloud migration.
Visualizing cloud architecture: Facilitating smarter decision-making
Visualization is one of the most effective strategies for navigating the complexities of cloud-to-cloud migrations. A clear, real-time view of the source and target architectures allows platform engineers to make informed decisions about the migration process. StackGen provides interactive topologies that enable engineers to visualize how resources and services interconnect within both the source and destination clouds.
For platform engineers who have painstakingly hand-built secure infrastructure from scratch, these visual tools become indispensable for ensuring that security and compliance policies are properly mapped during the migration. The ability to see the entire infrastructure in real time allows engineers to identify potential gaps in security or governance, making it easier to address issues before they become critical. This dynamic visualization allows platform engineers to take a more proactive approach to security during the migration, instead of reacting to problems after the fact.
With the ability to view the entire migration landscape, engineers can better plan and execute the migration, reducing errors and delays. Furthermore, StackGen’s dynamic topologies automatically update as the architecture evolves, ensuring that the migration plan remains accurate and up-to-date throughout the process.
Ensuring compliance and governance throughout the migration
In cloud migrations, security and compliance are non-negotiable. Especially in highly regulated industries, platform engineers must ensure that all resources are configured in line with relevant security policies and compliance frameworks. Managing compliance manually can be overwhelming, given the complexity of cloud environments and the constant need for vigilance.
For engineers who have spent considerable effort hand-building secure infrastructures, integrating compliance checks directly into the migration workflow is a game-changer. StackGen simplifies this process by embedding built-in compliance checks for regulations such as HIPAA, GDPR, and SOC 2. As resources are migrated, StackGen continuously audits for compliance violations, alerting engineers to any potential gaps in security or regulatory adherence. This constant oversight removes much of the manual work involved in ensuring compliance, allowing platform engineers to focus on other critical tasks.
By integrating compliance checks into the migration process, StackGen not only simplifies the task but also provides peace of mind. Engineers can rest assured that their migrations will be secure, compliant, and free from governance issues.
Conclusion: Rethinking cloud migrations for the modern platform engineer
Cloud-to-cloud migrations no longer need to be labor-intensive, risk-laden endeavors. For platform engineers who have already invested significant time and effort in hand-building secure infrastructure, automation tools like StackGen provide a comprehensive solution that simplifies the entire migration process. By automating resource discovery, visualizing cloud architecture, and integrating continuous compliance checks, StackGen enables platform engineers to execute cloud migrations that are faster, more efficient, and secure.
If you’re ready to rethink your approach to cloud migrations and transform the way your team handles infrastructure transitions, we invite you to join our upcoming webinar. In just 30 minutes, we’ll demonstrate how StackGen can help you optimize your cloud strategy, reduce operational risks, and accelerate your cloud-to-cloud migrations with confidence.
This article was sponsored by Stackgen for PlatformCon 2025
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