modernization-roadmap, application-modernization, database-migration, cloud-migration, database-conversion, SSMA, AWS SCT, AWS DMS, architecture, qa, code conversion
Analyzing Migration Project Efforts and Crafting the Project Plan — Part 3
Welcome to the third blog post in the overview series dedicated to our 12-step Migration and Modernization Methodology that was adopted by AWS. In our first and second blog posts, we explored the critical role of defining workloads in migration projects and laid out the process of capturing the current architecture and designing the future […]
Current and Future State Architectures — Part 2
Welcome to the second blog post in the overview series dedicated to our 12-step Migration and Modernization Methodology that was adopted by AWS. In the first blog post, we began exploring the first step of the methodology — Future State Architecture Design.We focused on the definition of a workload and outlined how categorizing system components […]
Workload Definition Shapes the Migration & Modernization Roadmap — Part 1
Welcome to the first blog post in the overview series dedicated to our 12-step Migration and Modernization Methodology that was adopted by AWS. In any migration or modernization project, it’s crucial to start with a clear understanding of the system’s components and their relationships. This is where workload definition comes into play. Defining workloads correctly […]
ABCloudz has Attained Google Cloud Non-Profit Expertise
At ABCloudz, we are thrilled to announce that we have achieved the Google Cloud Non-Profit Expertise designation. This significant milestone underscores our commitment and proven capabilities in delivering tailored cloud solutions for non-profit organizations, helping them amplify their impact while optimizing resources. What does this expertise mean? Attaining the Google Cloud Non-Profit Expertise is a […]
operational-data-management, database monitoring, security, SQL Server, cost-optimization, SharePoint, ETL, health check, Azure SQL Database, Azure
Operational Data Management for a Global Biotech Leader
Our client, a global biotech company with a presence in over 80 countries and a workforce of 4,000 employees, depends on a complex IT environment that includes both on-premises and cloud-based components. This infrastructure supports everything from research and development to manufacturing and corporate operations, with SQL Server playing a pivotal role across various environments. […]
devops, Databricks, Azure, big-data, data-warehouse, data platform, cloud-migration, business intelligence, SQL Server, Azure Data Factory, ETL, Oracle
EDW to Azure Databricks Migration
ABCloudz recently completed a significant project migrating an Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW) from an on-premises SQL Server 2014 to Azure Databricks for a leading global retailer operating 3,000 offline stores across 40 countries. This migration was essential for addressing physical server limitations and outdated technology that hindered data processing and storage capabilities. Embracing Big Data […]
CI/CD, deployment, devops, ai, ChatGPT, Amazon Bedrock, Amazon RDS, AWS, LLM, RAG, Embeddings, Neo4j, PostgreSQL, Amazon ECR, backend, GenerativeAI, prompt-management, AI case studies
Deployment of AI-Powered Chatbot
This blog post focuses on the architecture and deployment of the AI-powered Chatbot solution that we described in our earlier blog post Custom AI Chatbot Development Using RAG. This solution is built for the AWS cloud but uses OpenAI as an LLM. We’ll dive deep into the CI/CD process and AWS deployment architecture of the […]
ABCloudz Achieves Google Cloud Partner Status
ABCloudz has officially become a Google Cloud Partner through the participation in the Google Cloud Partner Advantage program. This achievement marks the beginning of a strategic alliance with Google, emphasizing our commitment to providing cutting-edge cloud solutions. Your Trusted Advisor in the Cloud ABCloudz’ decision to opt for the Service Engagement Model within the Google […]
microservices, application-modernization, architecture, CI/CD, devops, healthcare, backend, application-development, customer-story, mobile-apps, web-app, connected-devices
Migrating from Monolith to Microservices
Starting a new software project or startup? Your initial decision could significantly impact your future success: choosing between monolithic and microservices architecture. Initially, a monolithic approach may be advantageous, providing simplicity in development, deployment, and testing, and enabling faster product launches. However, as your business expands, your software demands will grow. Shifting to a microservices […]
Excellent operational data management to support a complex data infrastructure
According to Business Insider, a single minute of data infrastructure downtime in a data center costs the companies using this data center over $8,000. The more complex your data infrastructure is, the greater the risk of errors that can lead to downtime, compromised data quality, or disruption of vital processes. The challenge lies in the […]
architecture, SaaS, deployment, CI/CD, devops, backend, microservices, AWS, Amazon S3, Amazon ECR, SQL Server, Redis, .NET, Active Directory, customer-story, healthcare
Deploying Multi-Tenant SaaS Application on AWS
Discover the scalable multi-tenant backend architecture and robust CI/CD process at the heart of the client-server solution we developed for our major pharmaceutical customer. Initially crafted to assist asthma patients with medication adherence, this app also enables doctors to monitor treatment progress remotely. The market success of this solution led our customer to strategically scale […]
Get maximum of SQL Server: comparing Azure SQL Database and SQL Server on virtual machines
SQL Server is a veteran in the data management market and Microsoft’s most popular relational database management system. It boasts several benefits, including fast query processing, excellent security and data restoration, easy integration with other database systems, portability, and a variety of tools and plugins to enhance database management efficiency. Moreover, migrating SQL Server to […]
Speeding up Software Development and Transforming the Digital Environment with DevSecOps
Our customer, a leading provider of end-to-end digital solutions for enhanced patient experiences, approached us with several challenges resulting from their rapidly growing customer base. These challenges included: Difficulties in expanding their software development team and managing multiple infrastructure environments to keep up with growth; Inefficient legacy CI/CD pipelines and lengthy deployment times; Challenges in […]
The flow and value of business analysis at ABCloudz
The application development process is a multi-layered activity with the core idea as the starting point and a well-functioning final product as the top layer. In this post, we will focus on the twists and turns involved in bringing the idea through to the final product. The role of business analysis is to identify and bring together […]
Why Use Microservices Architecture?
A Practical Guide
What is a Microservices Architecture? Microservices architecture is a style that structures an app as a set of predetermined services. At its core, such app is split into smaller independent segments that perform their own functions. This approach permits to view microservices as a group of undivided apps that handle their own features. As a […]