David Kelleher
Apr 03, 2025
David Kelleher
Apr 03, 2025
When it comes to enterprise IT, businesses have a range of choices. They can build everything on-premises, operate in a private cloud, migrate to a public cloud, or adopt a multi-cloud strategy. Each option has its own advantages and trade-offs. But what happens when a business decides to mix and match? Would a hybrid approach be the best fit? What exactly is Hybrid IT, and how can organisations benefit from it? More importantly, how do you make it work seamlessly?
These were the questions explored at The Hybrid IT Essentials, a half-day event organised by BMIT Technologies on 25 March 2025. Featuring industry experts from HPE, Microsoft, BMIT, GO Group, and Betsson, the event delved into the realities of multi-cloud adoption, IT resilience, and the practicalities of managing a hybrid environment without unnecessary complexity.
Denis Stanarevic, Solution Portfolio Lead for Data Services Platforms at HPE, highlighted how IT management is evolving rapidly. With data distributed across cloud, on-premises, and edge environments, businesses are struggling to keep pace with rising volumes, security risks, and compliance pressures.
Hybrid IT, he explained, offers a smarter way forward - blending different environments for a more flexible and efficient setup. AI-driven automation and pay-as-you-go models are easing the burden of IT management, allowing teams to focus on innovation instead of maintenance. By partnering with the right service providers, such as BMIT, businesses can strike an optimal balance between cost, performance, and resilience - ensuring they stay competitive in an increasingly digital world.
Sean Cohen, Chief Officer for Customer Delivery & Support Services at BMIT, explored how more businesses are adopting multi-cloud strategies to balance flexibility, security, and performance.
A key takeaway from his talk was the importance of a well-defined multi-cloud strategy: one that enhances resource allocation, strengthens security, and meets compliance requirements. However, he acknowledged that managing multiple environments remains a challenge, requiring the right tools and clear strategic planning. As organisations navigate this complexity, investing in robust management solutions and security will be critical.
Jonathan Vella, Senior Cloud Solution Architect for Azure Core at Microsoft, offered a deep dive into Microsoft’s Adaptive Cloud approach. He showed how Azure Arc brings together hybrid, multi-cloud, and edge environments under a unified framework.
Jonathan also explored AI-enhanced management, explaining how Copilot for Azure can streamline operations, security, and troubleshooting. Addressing modern IT challenges - such as siloed processes and technical debt - he demonstrated how organisations can improve governance, compliance, and scalability using Azure’s tools.
His key message? Organisations need a flexible, intelligent cloud strategy to drive innovation while maintaining security, efficiency, and resilience in an ever-changing digital landscape.
Gordon Bezzina, Chief Technology Officer at BMIT, delivered the final presentation, Resiliency by Design. He emphasised the need to build resilience from the ground up across hybrid IT environments.
Gordon explained what resilience truly means, why it’s more critical than ever, and how businesses can take a proactive approach. Covering everything from hybrid IT architectures to network design, he shared practical strategies for ensuring systems remain operational no matter the circumstances.
The event wrapped up with a fireside chat featuring Kenneth Attard, AWS Hero and Solutions Architect at Betsson, and Kelvin Camilleri, Chief Digital Officer at GO Group. Moderated by Jack Mizzi, Chief Marketing Officer at BMIT, the discussion provided a first-hand look at the challenges of modern IT infrastructure.
Kenneth and Kelvin discussed the ongoing balancing act between cloud and on-premises systems, weighing agility, compliance, and performance. Cybersecurity was a key focus, with both speakers sharing how they secure their environments while maintaining resilience.
They also explored the role of AI and automation, reflecting on its growing impact on business and its potential as a game-changer in the years ahead. The session offered an insightful and candid look at how two fast-moving industries are adapting to an ever-evolving IT landscape.
Hybrid IT is no longer a future concept - it’s today’s reality. As businesses continue to refine their strategies, the key will be to simplify management, strengthen security, and build resilience into every layer of IT.
Is your organisation facing any challenges in adopting a Hybrid IT strategy? Contact BMIT today and see how Hybrid IT needs not be a complex, unattainable goal for your business.
