Cloud Modernization for a Global SaaS Provider
A top K-12 education software provider re-engineered its legacy application into a cloud-native platform, enabling 5X customer growth while enhancing scalability, security, and cost efficiency.
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The Challenge
Legacy Bottlenecks
High Infrastructure Costs
Slow Deployments & Limited Scalability
the client
K-12 Educational Software
Technology Stack
- AWS
- Kubernetes
- Microservices
- CI/CD Pipelines
- API Gateway
Engagement Model
- Cloud Modernization & DevOps Implementation
the impact
5X
Customer Growth
40%
Cost Reduction
Faster Deployment Cycles
Stronger Security & Compliance
The shift was performance driven.
The impact? Unmatched.
The Need
The client struggled with infrastructure limitations, high operational costs, and deployment inefficiencies. To scale with business growth, they needed a modern cloud-native strategy for greater agility, security, and cost efficiency. CES delivered a future-ready solution.
Challenges
- Scalability Issues: The legacy monolithic system couldn’t handle growing user demand, leading to performance slowdowns.
- High Infrastructure Costs: Maintaining on-premise hardware was expensive and inefficient.
- Slow Development & Deployment: Lack of automation led to delayed feature rollouts and increased technical debt.
- Security & Compliance Risks: The outdated architecture posed risks in data security and regulatory compliance.
To future-proof the platform, CES implemented a cloud-native modernization strategy, optimizing infrastructure, security, and deployment speed.
- Cloud-Native Migration: Shifted from on-premise to AWS-based Kubernetes microservices for high availability and auto-scaling.
- Microservices Architecture: Broke down the monolith into independent, modular microservices, reducing downtime and improving agility.
- CI/CD Automation: Integrated CI/CD pipelines for faster software releases and minimal deployment failures.
- API Gateway & Load Balancing: Secured API gateway optimized data flow and balanced server loads efficiently.
- Advanced Security & Compliance: Strengthened cloud security and ensured regulatory compliance.
- 40% Cost Savings: Migrating to AWS and implementing microservices reduced infrastructure & operational costs.
- 5X Customer Growth: Scalable architecture supported increasing users without performance issues.
- Accelerated Deployment Cycles: CI/CD automation streamlined releases, enabling faster time-to-market and development efficiency.
- Enhanced Security & Compliance: Strengthened data security, ensuring regulatory adherence and reduced vulnerabilities.
- Zero Downtime During Migration: The smooth transition guaranteed uninterrupted service for existing users.
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Take the Next Step
Cloud is the future—legacy systems shouldn’t hold you back. Let’s modernize, scale, and optimize together. Connect now with our Strategic Client Partner at chaitanya.vummethala@cesltd.com
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