MIGRATION STRATEGIES FOR HYBRID ENVIRONMENTS IN BRAZILIAN SMES: A REVIEW OF APPLIED METHODOLOGIES

Abstract

Cloud computing has consolidated itself as a strategic alternative for Brazilian companies seeking technological modernization, operational continuity and greater resource efficiency. In this context, hybrid environments represent a relevant solution by integrating on-premises infrastructure with remote services, promoting scalability, information security and cost rationalization in business processes increasingly dependent on connectivity. This study aims to analyze migration strategies to hybrid environments applied to small and medium-sized enterprises, addressing methodologies, expansion potential, advantages and implementation challenges. It is a qualitative research, organized as a literature review that gathers theoretical foundations, scientific contributions and recent discussions that support the understanding of hybrid migration as a technological alternative compatible with the national context. The analyses indicate that this model favors structural improvement, organized data integration, performance optimization and higher corporate digital maturity, increasing competitiveness in dynamic economic scenarios guided by continuous technological development. The results also show that hybrid migration strengthens governance practices, reduces vulnerabilities, expands operational autonomy and enables progressive infrastructure development, contributing to long-term technological sustainability and promoting alignment between innovation and business objectives. It is concluded that hybrid environments present high expansion potential in Brazilian SMEs and constitute a valid response to contemporary demands for security, connectivity and digital transformation.