Migrating an on-prem database to a public cloud like Azure can offer benefits such as reduced maintenance costs and improved scalability. However, the process can be complex and challenging. To navigate this migration effectively, organizations need to adopt a suitable Azure solution for their workloads, benchmark current SQL Server performance, and monitor their Azure-hosted SQL workloads using tools like Datadog. By following these steps, businesses can ensure a successful transition to the cloud while maintaining consistent performance levels.