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Azure Lab Services migration

Transition seamlessly from Azure Lab Services to CloudLabs VM Labs

CloudLabs is the Microsoft-recommended alternative for Azure Lab Services customers. Same Azure backend, richer feature set, no service-retirement timeline pressure.

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CloudLabs VM Labs running on Microsoft Azure

About CloudLabs

A premier hands-on lab platform powered by Azure

CloudLabs streamlines all your lab deployments with the ease of orchestration and the efficiency of seamless lab provisioning. CloudLabs VM Labs integrates with Microsoft Azure in the backend so your virtual machines run on Azure infrastructure — leverage the full Azure platform, with a richer experience layer on top.

CloudLabs VM Labs key capabilities

CloudLabs VM Labs key capabilities

  • Customized labs

    Deploy Windows and Linux labs in minutes, configured to your exact OS, software, and dataset requirements.

  • Direct web connect

    Users access VMs through any browser — no client install, no admin rights needed.

  • Shadow VM

    Instructors and admins can connect to user VMs in real time for support and supervision.

  • Streamlined user invites

    Invite users via email or redeemable codes — they sign in and start working immediately.

  • Cost optimization

    Track and limit lab usage, schedule operational hours, auto-shut down idle VMs.

  • Powered by Microsoft Azure

    Deploy lab VMs in the Azure region of your choice with Azure's flexibility and performance.

  • Automation & API

    Clone labs, manage via REST APIs and PowerShell. Reduce manual tasks across deployments.

  • LMS integration

    Seamless integration with Moodle, Canvas, and other LMSes via LTI 1.1 and 1.2.

  • Dedicated & shared VMs

    Choose dedicated VMs per user or multi-session shared VMs for cost-effective scenarios.

  • Integrated lab manual

    Step-by-step lab guides embedded inside the VM for guided, friction-free learning.

  • 1,000+

    Events delivered

  • 50,000+

    Deployments / month

  • 150+

    Universities & training partners

  • 24×7

    Support, every region

Why CloudLabs VM Labs?

  • Feature parity with Azure Lab Services

    Same familiar interface and capabilities you love about Azure Lab Services — with added power and flexibility.

  • Microsoft-recommended migration path

    Officially recommended by Microsoft as the alternative for Azure Lab Services customers.

  • Built to scale

    Production-grade for thousands of concurrent learners — proven across 1,000+ events and 50,000+ deployments per month.

Frequently asked questions

  • How long does migration from Azure Lab Services take?
    Most institutions complete migration in 2–4 weeks. Our team handles VM image replication and lab plan migration end-to-end. We can hit semester deadlines.
  • Will my existing Azure Lab Services workloads work as-is?
    Yes. CloudLabs VM Labs runs on the same Azure infrastructure with feature parity for ALS workloads — instructor-led classes, certification labs, hackathons, corporate training. Familiar workflows, familiar lab behavior.
  • What happens to my Azure subscription?
    You can bring your own Azure subscription and lab VMs continue to run on it, or use a CloudLabs-managed Azure environment. Your call — both paths are fully supported.
  • How does pricing work?
    Transparent pay-as-you-go pricing with cost-optimization features built in: spend caps, scheduled operational hours, auto-shutdown for idle VMs. Most ALS migrants see lower total spend.
  • What's different from Azure Lab Services?
    Beyond ALS feature parity, you get: Instructor Shadow VM for real-time over-the-shoulder support, integrated lab guides inside the VM, LMS integration via LTI 1.1/1.2 for Moodle and Canvas, and 24×7 support in 6 languages.
  • Is migration assistance free?
    Yes. Free migration assistance + priority onboarding for institutions transitioning from Azure Lab Services. Up to $2K Azure Credits available for qualified customers during the POC stage.

24×7 globally

Global support options

Select your preferred data-residency region with CloudLabs, ensuring compliance and control over the location of your VMs. Access support and localization services available in a variety of languages — for a truly inclusive and seamless global experience.

Multi-language coverage

  • English
  • Español
  • Français
  • Deutsch
  • Italiano

Regions

  • North America

    Redmond, WA + Toronto, ON

  • EMEA

    Bangalore + Hyderabad delivery hubs

  • APAC

    Bangalore + Hyderabad delivery hubs

Migrate from Azure Lab Services with confidence

Our migration team will scope your timeline, walk through the platform, and tailor the demo to your existing Azure Lab Services workloads.

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