BizTalk to Azure: What You Need to Know

For over two decades, BizTalk Server has powered complex integrations across industries. But as more organizations move toward cloud-first strategies, many are finding that BizTalk’s on-premises model no longer fits today’s business needs. 

Here’s what you need to know about migrating from BizTalk to Azure:

Enter Azure Logic Apps – Microsoft’s cloud-native integration platform that offers many of the same capabilities as BizTalk, but with modern advantages:

• Low-code visual workflows
• Hundreds of prebuilt connectors
• Pay-as-you-go pricing
• Built-in support for APIs, SaaS apps, and EDI

One of the biggest benefits? You don’t have to start from scratch. Logic Apps was designed with BizTalk users in mind, offering a familiar rules engine, integration account for schemas/maps, and tools to help assess and migrate existing BizTalk applications.

A few things to keep in mind:

Start Small: Use a phased or hybrid migration to reduce risk.

Use Available Tools: Microsoft offers migration assessment and integration services.

Understand the Costs: Azure’s pay-as-you-go model can save money, but usage should be monitored.

Leverage Familiarity: Logic Apps reuse BizTalk concepts like maps and rules.

Plan for Scalability: Azure’s global reach supports future growth.

Migrating from BizTalk to Azure Logic Apps allows organizations to modernize integrations with scalable, cloud-native tools. With familiar components, available migration resources, and flexible pricing, Azure helps teams streamline operations without starting over. 

Learn more: Microsoft’s Migration Guide

Whether you choose a phased approach or a hybrid model, migrating to Azure can reduce costs, increase speed, and set your business up for the future of integration.

Need help finding developers or integration architects?

Our team at EDI Staffing specializes in IT and integration talent – whether you’re hiring for a migration project or looking to build a cloud-first integration team. Connect with our team!

Over the past year, we’ve filled a variety of roles that support companies through these transitions:

• BizTalk Developers and EDI Developers/Consultants
• Architect roles (Lead EDI Architect, Solution Architect, Digital Integration Architect) 
• Azure Middleware and Cloud Solution Architects
• MuleSoft, Boomi, and other Integration Specialists
• Project Managers, Business Analysts, & more!

Click here to start your talent search.