Define the need.
List your application, its system, the necessary memory, the data volume and the expected traffic. Allow a reasonable margin for growth.
Confirm the configuration.
Check the Swiss location, resources, billing period and options. Confirm availability and delivery before scheduling a migration. Keep your configuration in the basket or export it for your records.
Prepare access.
After the real confirmation of your order and the service being made available, use unique credentials and a suitable administration method. Keep keys, order tokens and recovery codes in a private space. Share only the access that is strictly necessary.
Install and secure.
Update the system, configure the firewall and install your application. Check connection encryption, permissions and the separation between public and secret files.
Back up and test.
Create an independent backup and test a restoration. Check your application, access and alerts before opening real traffic.
Deploy, then maintain.
Perform the switchover, observe operation and keep a rollback procedure. Then schedule updates, backups and access reviews.