Introduction
The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) is responsible for the development of Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. RCRC carries out several strategic, comprehensive, long-term, and multi-phase development programs and projects that require massive efforts and resources.
Challenges
The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) aimed to enhance its infrastructure by leveraging cloud technology for increased power and flexibility. Seeking a reliable solution, RCRC approached iVolve Technologies for infrastructure hosting on a leading cloud provider in Saudi Arabia (KSA).
Solution
iVolve Technologies successfully assisted the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) in enhancing its infrastructure through advanced cloud technology. Our proposal included comprehensive Public Cloud services, providing RCRC with a competitive edge through accelerated application delivery, enhanced IT efficiency, expanded market reach, increased investment flexibility, and reduced risk. The implementation ensured control and continuity of critical applications, exceeding RCRC’s expectations and setting the stage for long-term success.
Methodology
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Discovery Phase:
- Conducted an in-depth assessment of RCRC’s existing infrastructure and identified key areas for improvement.
- Engaged stakeholders to gather requirements and align the solution with RCRC’s strategic goals.
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Design Phase:
- Developed a comprehensive architecture design leveraging Public Cloud services, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery.
- Designed Kubernetes clusters for container orchestration, ensuring scalability and efficient resource management.
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Implementation Phase:
- Provisioned cloud resources using Terraform to automate and standardize the deployment process.
- Deployed Kubernetes clusters and configured them using Ansible playbooks to ensure consistency across environments.
- Implemented Prometheus and Grafana for real-time monitoring and alerting to ensure system reliability and performance.
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Testing Phase:
- Conducted rigorous testing of the deployed infrastructure to validate performance, security, and compliance with RCRC’s requirements.
- Performed stress testing and load balancing to ensure the infrastructure could handle peak loads and scale as needed.
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Training and Handover Phase:
- Provided comprehensive training to RCRC’s IT team on managing and operating the new cloud infrastructure.
- Developed detailed documentation and runbooks to ensure smooth operation and maintenance of the system.
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Support and Optimization Phase:
- Established ongoing support mechanisms, including regular health checks and performance tuning.
- Continuously optimized the infrastructure based on feedback and evolving requirements to ensure long-term success.
Results: A Transformative Impact
The implementation of DETASAD Cloud Services yielded significant benefits for RCRC:
- 80% Faster Deployment: Critical applications were deployed and updated much faster.
- 55% Efficiency Boost: IT operations were streamlined, reducing manual workloads.
- Expanded Market Reach: The scalable cloud solution supported a broader user base.
- Increased Investment Flexibility: The cost-effective solution adapted to changing demands.
- Reduced Risk: The robust cloud infrastructure improved security and compliance.
Conclusion
The collaboration between the two organizations led to significant improvements in infrastructure by implementing advanced cloud solutions. This partnership not only accelerated application delivery and improved IT efficiency but also expanded market reach, increased investment flexibility, and reduced risk. RCRC’s experience underscores the transformative impact of comprehensive cloud solutions on infrastructure modernization and business growth.
