Cloud Computing

Azure NexGen Cloud

Cloud-Ready Business Data—Up and Running in Days

What is Azure NexGen Cloud?

NexGen Cloud is an off-the-shelf, business-ready cloud storage solution that replaces traditional file servers, NAS drives, and fragmented storage systems like Dropbox and OneDrive. Built on Microsoft Azure, it provides a secure, scalable, and cost-effective way to store, manage, and access your business files—without the hassle of physical hardware.

Perfect for Businesses That Want To:

  • Decommission legacy file servers and move to a modern, cloud-based solution

  • Consolidate scattered data from NAS drives, Dropbox, OneDrive, and Google Drive

  • Strengthen business continuity with secure, off-site storage and automated backups

  • Streamline IT management with a fully managed, low-maintenance storage platform

18+ years in cloud services

Why Choose Azure NexGen Cloud Over OneDrive?

Unlike OneDrive, which is designed for individual users, NexGen Cloud Drive delivers enterprise-grade file storage that offers:

  • Centralised Business Data – Store up to 100TB in a secure, UK-based Azure environment

  • Seamless File Sharing – Simplify collaboration with team-wide file shares

  • Reliable Backup & Disaster Recovery – Daily snapshots and soft delete for easy file recovery

  • No Hardware, No Maintenance – Eliminate costly server upkeep

  • Predictable Pricing – Affordable monthly storage with transparent setup costs

Simple, Straightforward Pricing

Price shown per TB of storage with additional setup fee

Per 1.5 TB

£30* / month

£400 Setup Fee

  • Includes up to 5 file shares

  • Backed by SMS Support

  • Effortless Setup Experience

Why Choose SMS for Your NexGen Cloud Deployment?

At SMS, we don’t just provide cloud storage—we provide peace of mind.

You’re not buying another off-the-shelf tech product. You’re partnering with a team that specialises in delivering simple, secure, and scalable solutions built for real businesses—without unnecessary complexity or jargon. Here’s why businesses trust SMS to deploy and manage their Azure NextGen Cloud:

With over 4,500 businesses relying on us and more than 27,000 services under our management, we know what it takes to deliver dependable cloud solutions that just work.

Our skilled, UK-based engineers are available 24/7. No scripts, no call centres—just real people ready to help, whenever you need expert guidance or fast support with your cloud services.

Built on Microsoft Azure and hosted in UK datacentres, NexGen Cloud is secure, fully managed, and cost-effective—perfect for businesses needing reliable storage with zero hardware hassle.

Whether you’re a growing SME or an established enterprise, we build long-term relationships with our clients. You get more than a product—you get a partnership

Why choose SMS for your cloud services?

Here’s why you should consider SMS first when looking for a cloud applications provider.

We really care

We take the time to understand your requirements and only recommend services that will be of positive benefit & best value.

We're the cloud experts

We were around before the cloud was even called the cloud. We really know our stuff and all our colleagues are experts in their field.

We're fully UK based

No more offshore call centres or people reading scripts. You will always get straight through to a UK based expert.

We're always here

SMS has 24/7/365 UK based support included as standard, always. We are always there for you.

We make it simple

We’re committed to taking the very best technology and making it simple to use. We will look after the tech so you can look after your business.

We're part of your team

We believe in working closely with you, understanding your needs and always delivering the best value.

Get in Touch!

Ready to talk? Get in touch with our form.

Alternatively, email sales@smsbusinesscloud.com or call us on 01925 818448.

Are you happy for SMS to contact you in the future? We never pass on your details to third-parties.

The full office package – always the latest versions

You’ll always have up-to-date versions of the full suite of Microsoft Office applications. Includes Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, Exchange, Access*, OneNote, OneDrive + 1TB cloud storage.

On all of your devices

Install on up to five devices per user. Work from local versions on desktops and laptops, or through apps and browsers on mobiles and tablets.

A Microsoft Office 365 email hosting plan offers a wealth of features which enable collaboration and communication while ensuring the security and compliance of your data. As a Microsoft Gold Partner, SMS provides all Microsoft Office 365 services at the best prices, with the best in UK support from our experienced technical engineers.

Instant communication

Keep in touch by email with large 50 GB Exchange mailboxes or instant message and video conference with Microsoft Teams.

Shared calendars and tasks

Outlook & Microsoft Teams features help you stay up to date with your colleagues.

OneDrive online storage

Easy collaboration and document sharing with 1 TB OneDrive storage.

Our mission is to ensure fantastic customer service from choosing and setting up your solution through to helping you to use the features. At SMS, we remove the technical burdens giving you a hassle-free experience from day one.

Safe & Secure – Email encryption

Maintain peace of mind with SSL/TLS encryption on all of your emails.

Secure data centres

Your information is stored in data centres that are accredited with the highest levels of data safety in Europe. Want to move your mailboxes to Microsoft Office 365 but worried about downtime or mail loss? Our specialist team of migration experts have moved many thousands of mailboxes successfully with no data loss.

Word 365

The word processor you know and love. Write letters, document your work, develop manuals and other long-form content.

Excel 365

Best application for building spreadsheets. Analyse data, develop models and create powerful visualisations.

PowerPoint 365

The world’s favourite application for building compelling presentations. Showcase the results of your analysis visually.

Outlook 365

Most fully featured email application. Manage your emails, appointments and tasks with Outlook.

Teams

Connect internally or externally easily and seamlessly. Tools for instant messaging, chat, video conferencing and screen sharing.

Exchange

Microsoft Exchange is the powerful email server technology powering your Microsoft Outlook client. Used by companies all around the world to manage their corporate email systems.

Microsoft Access

Create and manage your own database applications easily. Save time with pre-built app and spreadsheet templates.

OneNote

Capture your creativity and organise your thoughts with handwritten notes, drawings, screenshots, photos and videos. Collaborate on projects and documents.

OneDrive

Store documents online and access them from anywhere. Share files with team members and collaborate in real time.

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