AT Schweißtechnik GmbH
AT Machinery marching to the Cloud
25+ employees
Germany
Modern infrastructure
Retail
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Defender
Microsoft Teams
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Summary
AT Schweißtechnik GmbH is a leader in welding technology solutions, founded in 2004 and specializing in advanced equipment / services tailored to industrial and commercial needs. With a commitment to innovation and quality, the company has built a reputation for delivering reliable solutions that enhance productivity and precision in welding operations.
Challenges
AT Schweißtechnik GmbH faced IT challenges that impacted both operational efficiency and security. The company’s reliance on on-premises file shares consumed considerable storage space and incurred high maintenance costs, becoming increasingly difficult to manage as the business grew.
Additionally, the lack of centralized device management made it challenging to control and secure the diverse range of devices across the organization. This posed a significant risk, as inconsistent configurations and security measures were in place for some devices.
The company also had a weak security posture, without comprehensive tools or monitoring, leaving it vulnerable to potential data breaches and regulatory non-compliance.
Strategy
To address these issues, AT Schweißtechnik GmbH partnered with Cloud Dream Team GmbH to implement a cloud migration and security strategy. The first step was migrating file storage to Microsoft Teams, moving away from costly, space-consuming on-premises file shares. This shift streamlined file management and reduced maintenance costs associated with legacy systems.
Next, Microsoft Intune was implemented to centrally manage devices, automate provisioning with Intune Autopilot, and enforce security policies across all endpoints, ensuring consistency and alignment with company standards.
To enhance security, Microsoft Defender, Office 365 Threat Policies, and Conditional Access Policies were deployed, strengthening data protection, mitigating threats, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Results
Following the migration and security upgrades, AT Schweißtechnik GmbH saw significant improvements. Migrating files to the cloud reduced storage cost while improving accessibility and enabling better collaboration, while also lowering IT maintenance costs and establishing a more scalable infrastructure.
With Microsoft Intune and Autopilot, device management became more efficient, automating onboarding and securing all endpoints in line with company policies. This streamlined the management process and mitigated device-related security risks.
The implementation of security tools like Microsoft Defender and Office 365 Threat Policies enhanced the company’s security posture, reducing vulnerabilities and ensuring data protection and compliance with European regulations.
Overall, the migration and security improvements positioned AT Schweißtechnik GmbH for long-term success by enabling more efficient operations, stronger security, and a scalable infrastructure ready to meet future demands.
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