cloud migration case study

Cloud Migration for a top-tier waste disposal organization

A leading solid waste management company faced significant challenges with its outdated PowerBuilder ERP system. The system’s limitations in scalability, user experience, and global expansion capabilities made modernization imperative. OptiSol was tasked with transitioning the ERP system to a modern cloud-based solution to enhance performance, security, and support business growth.

Challenges

Outdated On-Premises Infrastructure

The on-premises ERP system resulted in high maintenance costs and scalability issues, leading to frequent downtime and reduced operational efficiency.

Complex Application Migration

The system’s architecture, with numerous window objects and stored procedures, presented substantial migration challenges.

Data Security Concerns

Ensuring secure data transfer and storage was crucial due to the sensitivity of the company’s operational data.

Integration Difficulties

Seamless integration with existing systems and third-party services was essential for continuity.

Business Continuity

The migration needed to be smooth, with minimal disruption and no loss of functionality.

Solutions

Cloud-Native Architecture

Implemented microservices and containerization to improve scalability, flexibility, and resilience.

Advanced PowerServer Technology

Leveraged PowerServer to seamlessly migrate all application components, including window objects, DataWindows, and SQL Anywhere stored procedures, without data loss or functionality compromise.

Secure Data Handling

Employed REST APIs over HTTPS for secure data transfer and moved external files to encrypted cloud storage, ensuring data integrity and security.

Optimized Cloud Architecture

Re-architected applications using cloud-native principles, separating business logic and UI layers to enhance performance and maintainability.

CI/CD Integration

Integrated CI/CD pipelines to streamline development and deployment, facilitating continuous updates and improvements.

Ongoing Support

Provided continuous management and support post-migration, including regular quality assurance, system updates, and performance optimization to ensure sustained efficiency and security.

Business Outcomes

50%

Enhanced Scalability and Performance

Achieved a 50% improvement in system scalability, accommodating a 30% increase in transaction volume with no performance degradation.

40%

Reduced IT Costs

Cut IT maintenance and operational costs by 40%, resulting in significant savings and more efficient resource allocation.

70%

Improved Data Security

Enhanced data security measures reduced the risk of data breaches by 70%, ensuring compliance with industry standards and protecting sensitive information.

90%

Seamless Integration

Enabled a 90% reduction in integration time with third-party systems, streamlining operational workflows and enhancing overall efficiency.

95%

Business Continuity

Ensured a 95% decrease in system downtime during migration, maintaining high productivity levels and user satisfaction.

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