Cloud Migration Consulting Services That Simplify Change

Cloud migration consulting services that turn a risky move into a planned project. Our family-run team of local technicians, in business since 1994, stays with you after go-live.

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Our Cloud Migration Consulting Services

Moving to the cloud as you grow? Get practical planning, secure execution, and ongoing support for every step.

Cloud Projects

Plan and manage cloud migrations, data transfers, infrastructure changes, and system decommissioning with landscape analysis, solution design, testing, and post-migration support.

Microsoft 365 Migration

Migrate Exchange, SharePoint, and OneDrive with security configuration, user setup, cutover support, training, and ongoing Microsoft 365 administration.

Backup & Recovery

Protect migrated servers, workstations, and cloud data with automated backups, ransomware-resistant versioning, test restores, and documented recovery objectives.

Secure Cloud Transitions

Migrate Confidently With Less Business Disruption

Migrations get planned and tested, not rushed and patched later. Each project covers design, build, testing, cutover, and support after the move.

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Built for Continuity

Client Success Stories

See how organizations outgrew old servers and made the move with steady guidance. Real stories of dependable support before and after cutover.

"LME is has an amazing team and have been great development partners on all our projects. They deliver on time and keep us updated frequently on what they are doing!!!"

Marlan Walker
Marlan Walker

"LME has proven to be an exceptionally reliable partner for us, consistently delivering high-quality results across a diverse range of projects. Joe is always offering helpful suggestions and making sure issues are resolved."

Shashi Narahari
Shashi Narahari

"When Joe assigned Ivan as our lead, we felt like we finally had IT solved. Ivan has been with us 24×7 and the team behind him makes sure nothing falls through the cracks."

David Schuelke
David Schuelke

"We’ve been using LME Services for our business IT support, and the experience has been fantastic. Their cybersecurity expertise, responsiveness, and ability to explain complex tech in plain English really set them apart."

Jason Bergen
Jason Bergen

"We are not IT savvy people and wanted the best equipment within our budget with the easiest set-up and usage possible, so we could focus our time on our legal clients. They’ve helped optimize our technology and simplify it down to something that is easy for us to use."

Lara Cleary
Lara Cleary

"I can’t say enough great things about LME Services. I’ve trusted them for years with my computer support needs. They are reliable, knowledgeable, and always willing to help."

Patty Lovelady
Patty Lovelady

"Thanks to LME Services’ efforts, our workflow issues are finally resolved. We’ve worked with other IT companies but they lacked the oversight we needed. Leon and his team collaborate seamlessly with us and make sure we know someone cares."

Travis Penfield
Travis Penfield

"They deliver on a wide-breadth of IT services and ensure everything works correctly. With the personal touch of a small team, LME communicates efficiently and is instantly responsive by email or phone."

George Dades
George Dades

"LME is has an amazing team and have been great development partners on all our projects. They deliver on time and keep us updated frequently on what they are doing!!!"

Marlan Walker
Marlan Walker

"LME has proven to be an exceptionally reliable partner for us, consistently delivering high-quality results across a diverse range of projects. Joe is always offering helpful suggestions and making sure issues are resolved."

Shashi Narahari
Shashi Narahari

"When Joe assigned Ivan as our lead, we felt like we finally had IT solved. Ivan has been with us 24×7 and the team behind him makes sure nothing falls through the cracks."

David Schuelke
David Schuelke

"We’ve been using LME Services for our business IT support, and the experience has been fantastic. Their cybersecurity expertise, responsiveness, and ability to explain complex tech in plain English really set them apart."

Jason Bergen
Jason Bergen

"We are not IT savvy people and wanted the best equipment within our budget with the easiest set-up and usage possible, so we could focus our time on our legal clients. They’ve helped optimize our technology and simplify it down to something that is easy for us to use."

Lara Cleary
Lara Cleary

"I can’t say enough great things about LME Services. I’ve trusted them for years with my computer support needs. They are reliable, knowledgeable, and always willing to help."

Patty Lovelady
Patty Lovelady

"Thanks to LME Services’ efforts, our workflow issues are finally resolved. We’ve worked with other IT companies but they lacked the oversight we needed. Leon and his team collaborate seamlessly with us and make sure we know someone cares."

Travis Penfield
Travis Penfield

"They deliver on a wide-breadth of IT services and ensure everything works correctly. With the personal touch of a small team, LME communicates efficiently and is instantly responsive by email or phone."

George Dades
George Dades

"LME is has an amazing team and have been great development partners on all our projects. They deliver on time and keep us updated frequently on what they are doing!!!"

Marlan Walker
Marlan Walker

"LME has proven to be an exceptionally reliable partner for us, consistently delivering high-quality results across a diverse range of projects. Joe is always offering helpful suggestions and making sure issues are resolved."

Shashi Narahari
Shashi Narahari

"When Joe assigned Ivan as our lead, we felt like we finally had IT solved. Ivan has been with us 24×7 and the team behind him makes sure nothing falls through the cracks."

David Schuelke
David Schuelke

"We’ve been using LME Services for our business IT support, and the experience has been fantastic. Their cybersecurity expertise, responsiveness, and ability to explain complex tech in plain English really set them apart."

Jason Bergen
Jason Bergen

"We are not IT savvy people and wanted the best equipment within our budget with the easiest set-up and usage possible, so we could focus our time on our legal clients. They’ve helped optimize our technology and simplify it down to something that is easy for us to use."

Lara Cleary
Lara Cleary

"I can’t say enough great things about LME Services. I’ve trusted them for years with my computer support needs. They are reliable, knowledgeable, and always willing to help."

Patty Lovelady
Patty Lovelady

"Thanks to LME Services’ efforts, our workflow issues are finally resolved. We’ve worked with other IT companies but they lacked the oversight we needed. Leon and his team collaborate seamlessly with us and make sure we know someone cares."

Travis Penfield
Travis Penfield

"They deliver on a wide-breadth of IT services and ensure everything works correctly. With the personal touch of a small team, LME communicates efficiently and is instantly responsive by email or phone."

George Dades
George Dades
The LME Difference

Why Choose LME Services?

Burned by a migration that dragged on or went sideways? LME offers transparent pricing and a long-term team that sees the job through.

Migration Experience

Completed 100+ Office 365 migrations with planning, cutover assistance, and post-migration support.

Security First

Cloud transitions account for access controls, threat monitoring, backup readiness, and recoverability.

Always Available

24/7 human support helps resolve issues quickly when migration work affects operations.

Plain-English Guidance

Dedicated technicians explain technical decisions clearly for small and mid-sized business leaders.

Meet the LME Team

Many migration vendors vanish once the cutover ends. The people who plan your move are the ones who support it after, experienced and local.

Portrait of Joe Engelking, CEO of LME Services

Joe Engelking

CEO

Joe Engelking serves as CEO of LME Services, proudly carrying forward the standard of service excellence his father, Leon, established in 1994. Based at the company's Hoffman Estates headquarters, Joe leads new business development and client relationships across the Chicagoland area, ensuring every organization receives technology solutions tailored to their unique needs. As a second-generation leader, he blends decades of family expertise with a forward-thinking approach, championing the integration of AI and automation into client operations to improve efficiency and security. Joe is deeply committed to LME's mission of practical, plain-English technology guidance, working closely with small and mid-size businesses, law firms, and financial services companies. His leadership reflects a genuine dedication to keeping clients running, secure, and confident in their technology partner.

Portrait of Leon Engelking, Founder of LME Services

Leon Engelking

Founder

Leon Engelking is the Founder of LME Services, having launched the company in 1994 after a career at IBM during the early rise of Microsoft and personal computing. Recognizing an underserved population of business owners who needed dependable, practical IT support as internet adoption emerged, Leon built LME from the ground up to meet that need. Over more than three decades, he guided the company through major technology shifts, including ransomware growth, cloud computing adoption, and the transition to remote work. His vision established LME's family-run culture and its commitment to long-term client relationships throughout Chicagoland. Leon's legacy continues to shape the company's values of security-first operations and dedicated, personalized service for small and mid-size businesses across the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a cloud migration cost?

Cloud migration costs are customized to the project scope, including the number of users, data volume, source and destination systems, security requirements, timeline, and required on-site support. LME Services offers a free consultation and same-day quote upon request for projects and migrations. Ongoing Microsoft 365 management is quoted separately, while broader managed support plans can include cloud administration, security, backups, and helpdesk coverage.

What does cloud migration do?

What is included in cloud migration consulting?

How long does a cloud migration take?

Will our business experience downtime during migration?

Can you migrate our email, SharePoint, and OneDrive?

How do you protect data during a cloud migration?

Do you provide support after the migration is complete?

Need Guidance for Your Cloud Move?

Talk with our team about your systems, priorities, and migration timeline.

Areas We Serve

Cutover weekend is a bad time to learn your provider can't send anyone on-site. Local technicians handle migration work across Chicagoland from Hoffman Estates, with remote support in between.

Chicagoland

Primary Region

24/7 Human Support

Support Availability

Since 1994

Local Experience

Looking for Migration Support Nearby?

Ask whether our team can support your business and project.

Trusted Client Feedback

Awards and Recognition

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GoodFirms Best Company to Work With

Recognized by GoodFirms in 2023 for a client-first approach to IT support.

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UpCity Top IT Provider

Featured on UpCity among top-rated managed IT services providers in Chicago.

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Clutch Top Managed Service Provider Illinois 2024

Ranked by Clutch as a top managed service provider in Illinois for 2024.

Plan Your Cloud Migration With Confidence

Whether you have outgrown on-site servers or a provider who stalled your move, start here. Tell us your goals and we will prepare a customized project quote.

Contact Us Today

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For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 847-496-5196. You can also send us a quick email at info@lmeservices.com.