Challenges and Considerations in Migration to Cloud Solutions: A Systematic Literature Review
Meron Yonas Ghebreselassie, Henrik Hammen, Eli Hustad · Procedia Computer Science · 2025
This study presents a systematic literature review aimed at exploring the challenges organizations face when migrating from traditional IT systems to cloud-based solutions. The growing adoption of cloud services underscores the need for a deeper understanding of the potential obstacles in this transition. Cloud computing, known for its flexibility, accessibility, and agility, demands a redefined approach to IT service delivery and significantly alters expectations from IT vendors. This research delves into both the technical and organizational aspects crucial for a successful transition to cloud solutions. Utilizing multiple databases, we identified pertinent research studies and employed a concept matrix to map key concepts and their interrelationships within the literature. The selected studies provide a diverse array of insights, reflecting the evolving landscape of cloud technology adoption across various sectors. Through our analysis, we categorized 14 key challenges into organizational, technological, and compliance factors. The identified research gap offers opportunities to propose avenues for future research exploration.