What cloudshift france does

CloudShift France is a Paris-headquartered Microsoft-focused cloud and cybersecurity consulting firm, founded in October 2018 as a Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) and FastTrack Partner. The company delivers consulting, integration, licensing and subscription resale, and IT outsourcing services exclusively on the Microsoft ecosystem — Azure, Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Copilot, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Intune, and Microsoft Defender / SIEM / XDR. Its portfolio is organized into five solution categories (Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Modern Device Management, Modern Work, and Data & AI) plus branded packaged services such as Threat Defender, ID Defender, Data Defender, and the Smart Productivity Framework. CloudShift targets large enterprises undertaking digital transformation and cloud migration across Europe and Africa, with a delivery footprint split between its Paris headquarters (231 Rue Saint-Honoré) and a Tunis operational office, and a stated base of over 150 clients including Mazars, Keolis, FNZ, Recordati, Cofat, Castel, Vermeg, and Accretio.

The business model combines four revenue streams: professional services for consulting and integration projects, recurring Microsoft license and subscription resale (with publicly disclosed pricing such as the €4,200/year Microsoft 365 Copilot Discovery Package and 15% volume discounts), managed outsourcing of certified cloud and security professionals, and increasingly packaged cybersecurity and Data & AI offerings. Go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales augmented by Microsoft co-sell, with supporting demand generation through content marketing, LinkedIn, e-books, webinars, and customer events such as the Cloud & AI Customer & Partner Meet-Up. The firm holds ISO 27001 and ISO 27018 references and operates GDPR-aligned Microsoft Purview deployments, positioning it for regulated enterprise buyers in financial services, pharmaceutical, defense, transportation, and professional services verticals.

CloudShift's competitive differentiators are rooted in its Microsoft partnership status and the prior Microsoft tenure of several team members, which it claims facilitates privileged publisher collaboration. The firm does not develop proprietary AI models; its AI/ML capabilities consist of deploying and integrating Microsoft's Copilot, Copilot Studio, Fabric, Power Platform, and security analytics offerings for clients. There are no disclosed funding rounds, the company is privately held with no parent, and operational scale remains sub-50 employees.

Name

cloudshift france

Legal name

Cloudshift Tunisia

Website

https://cloudshift.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CloudShift France is a Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider and FastTrack Partner delivering cloud integration, cybersecurity, managed services, and AI enablement (Copilot, Fabric, Defender) exclusively on the Microsoft ecosystem to enterprise clients across Europe and Africa.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cloud Integration Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Cloud Strategy, Assessment & Roadmap (BPAEACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cloud Landing Zone & Architecture (Network, IAM, Governance) (BPAEACAE), Cloud Managed Services (Operations, Monitoring, Patching) (BPAEACAF), Cloud Data Platforms & Analytics Migration (BPAEACAI), Cloud Data Warehouses (HDAEABAA)

Keywords

• Cloud integration services
• Microsoft cloud consulting
• Cybersecurity managed services
• Microsoft 365 deployment
• IT outsourcing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Consulting Services: Strategic consulting for cloud adoption, digital transformation, and technology implementation
2. Integration Services: Implementation and integration of Microsoft cloud solutions including migration, security setup, and infrastructure modernization
3. Licenses & Subscriptions: Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider offering all types of Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows licenses and subscriptions with competitive pricing through privileged Microsoft relationships
4. Outsourcing Services: IT outsourcing providing access to certified professionals including cloud experts, solution architects, project managers, cybersecurity specialists, and change management advisors

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

CloudShift France is a Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider and FastTrack Partner that delivers consulting, integration, licensing subscriptions, and IT outsourcing services built on Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft security products. The firm sells branded managed-service offerings (Threat Defender, ID Defender, Data Defender, Smart Productivity Framework) and solutions for cloud migration, modern device management, cybersecurity, and data/AI to enterprise clients primarily in Europe and Africa.

Product overview

CloudShift France is a Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider and FastTrack Partner offering a comprehensive portfolio of cloud solutions organized into five interconnected solution categories: Cloud Infrastructure (datacenter modernization, hybrid cloud, disaster recovery with Azure Site Recovery, and backup with Azure Backup), Cybersecurity (ID Defender for identity protection, Threat Defender combining Microsoft SIEM/XDR, and Data Defender for data loss prevention), Modern Device Management (Desktop as a Service with Azure Virtual Desktop, update deployment, and compliance management via Microsoft Intune), Modern Work (digital workspace, email migration, and Azure migration services), and Data & AI (Microsoft 365 Copilot for productivity, Copilot Studio for custom AI bots, and Microsoft Fabric for unified data management). The company also provides professional services including consulting, integration, licensing, and IT outsourcing. All solutions are built exclusively on the Microsoft ecosystem (Microsoft 365, Azure, Dynamics 365, and Power Platform).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Threat Defender: Advanced threat protection service built on Microsoft SIEM and XDR solutions
• ID Defender
• Data Defender
• Copilot Studio
• Smart Productivity
• Microsoft Fabric

Products and services

• Integration Services Implementation of Microsoft cloud solutions including cloud migration, infrastructure security, and modern device management to achieve digital maturity for enterprise clients.
• IT Outsourcing Access to certified professionals including cloud experts, solution architects, project managers, cybersecurity specialists, and change management advisors for short-term or long-term engagements with enterprise clients.
• Licenses & Subscriptions Assistance in selecting, purchasing, and subscribing to Microsoft Cloud services including Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows, and Windows Server licenses, with competitive pricing through privileged Microsoft partnership relationships.
• Modern Device Management Device management and security solution powered by Microsoft Intune, covering enrollment, configuration, protection, and support across Windows, iOS, and Android devices for enterprise clients.
• Cybersecurity Comprehensive security strategy including vulnerability assessment, risk evaluation, and action plans to protect data, applications, users, and networks for enterprise clients.
• Cloud Infrastructure Cloud infrastructure modernization services including datacenter transformation, hybrid cloud, disaster recovery, and backup solutions for enterprise clients.
• Data & Artificial Intelligence AI and data solutions including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, and Microsoft Fabric for unified data management and AI integration for enterprise clients.
• Digitalization and Automation of Business Processes Business process digitalization using Microsoft Power Platform for low-code applications and intelligent automation to optimize workflows for enterprise clients.
• Migration to Microsoft Azure End-to-end cloud migration services to Microsoft Azure including environment assessment, landing zone design, workload transfer, verification, and post-migration support for enterprise clients.
• Desktop as a Service Virtual desktop solution enabling secure access to centralized Windows desktops from any authorized device using Azure Virtual Desktop and Microsoft Endpoint Manager for enterprise clients.
• Recovery and Business Continuity Disaster recovery solution using active/passive architecture with Azure Site Recovery for automatic failover and rapid service restoration for enterprise clients.
• Backup Data backup solution powered by Azure Backup providing centralized management, advanced protection against ransomware, fast recovery, and cost optimization for enterprise clients.
• ID Defender Identity protection service using Microsoft Defender for Identity and Azure Active Directory Premium with Self-Service Password Reset, Multi-Factor Authentication, Conditional Access, and Passwordless login for enterprise clients.
• Threat Defender Advanced threat protection combining Microsoft SIEM and XDR for real-time detection, investigation, and response across email, user accounts, and data for enterprise clients.
• Data Defender Data protection service using Microsoft 365 Data Loss Prevention, Information Protection, Insider Risk Management, and Communication Compliance for sensitive data security across enterprise clients.
• Microsoft 365 Copilot Generative AI assistant integrated into Microsoft 365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) for content generation, task automation, and productivity enhancement for enterprise clients.
• Copilot Studio Platform for building custom conversational AI bots and autonomous agents with natural language capabilities, process automation, and Microsoft 365 ecosystem integration for enterprise clients.
• Microsoft Fabric Unified data platform centralizing data ingestion, processing, analytics, visualization, and activation within OneLake with real-time analytics and integrated AI for enterprise clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% of Microsoft 365 Copilot users report increased productivity
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability10 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• MicrosoftcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCloudShift is a Microsoft FastTrack Partner and Cloud Solution Provider, certified for designing licensing solutions for large enterprises. They provide all types of Microsoft contracts and have access to Microsoft technical and pedagogical resources through the FastTrack program. The partnership enables CloudShift to offer comprehensive Microsoft cloud solutions including Azure, Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and security solutions.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Orange Business: Orange's enterprise division offering cloud, security and Microsoft-related managed services to French and European enterprise customers; broad incumbent overlapping CloudShift's managed and integration offerings.
• Sopra Steria: Large French IT services group with Microsoft cloud and digital workplace capabilities serving European enterprises, including regulated industries that match CloudShift's customer base.
• Accenture: Global SI with deep Microsoft Avanade partnership; competes for large Azure, Copilot and security transformation mandates that CloudShift also targets.
• Capgemini: Global SI with a large Microsoft practice and existing French enterprise relationships; competes for the same Microsoft cloud and security deals at much greater scale and breadth.
• Atos: French-headquartered global SI with Microsoft cloud, workplace and security offerings; a broad incumbent that overlaps with CloudShift's enterprise Microsoft services portfolio.

Direct peers

• Devoteam: French-headquartered IT services firm with a flagship Microsoft Cloud practice and similar FastTrack/Solution Partner positioning; closest comparable in geography, Microsoft focus and mid-market enterprise go-to-market.
• Worteks: French Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider and integrator active in Azure, Modern Workplace and security; competes for the same Microsoft-centric enterprise engagements in France.
• SCC France: European Microsoft Solutions Partner and CSP delivering cloud, workplace and managed services to enterprise customers; comparable in Microsoft-centric service mix and CSP economics.
• Cellenza: France-based Microsoft-focused consultancy specialising in Azure, Microsoft 365 and DevOps; overlaps directly with CloudShift on Microsoft cloud integration and Modern Work services for French enterprises.
• VISEO: Microsoft-focused digital and cloud consultancy with strong presence in France; competes for similar Microsoft-centric transformation and managed-services engagements.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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