Cloud and DevOps
Cloud hosting and deployment pipelines that are stable and cost-aware
Cloud hosting, server setup, backups, CI/CD pipelines and monitoring for web applications and internal systems.
Who this is for
Applications such as learning platforms, portals and internal systems need hosting that stays available during busy periods without running up unnecessary bills. We help institutions and companies deploy, run and improve their applications on cloud platforms or on their own servers, whether they are launching something new or moving an existing system.
Common issues include manual deployments that break things, missing or untested backups, oversized servers left running all month and no alerting until users complain. We set up repeatable deployment processes, right-size infrastructure, put backups and restore tests in place and add monitoring, so your team spends less time firefighting.
What we deliver
- Cloud deployment
- Deploying applications to platforms such as Azure, AWS or Google Cloud with networking, storage, access controls and environments set up for production use.
- Application hosting
- Hosting PHP, Node.js, Python and other web applications on virtual machines, containers or managed services suited to their traffic and budget.
- Server configuration
- Setting up and hardening Linux and Windows servers, web servers, databases, SSL certificates and scheduled tasks to a consistent, documented standard.
- Backup and recovery
- Automated backups of databases, files and configurations to separate storage, with periodic restore tests so recovery steps are known to work.
- CI/CD implementation
- Automated build, test and deployment pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps, so releases are repeatable and easy to roll back.
- Monitoring
- Tracking server health, application errors, disk usage and certificate expiry, with alerts sent to the people responsible.
- Infrastructure optimization
- Reviewing cloud usage to resize or schedule servers, clean up unused resources and choose suitable pricing options, reducing spend without weakening reliability.
- Migration planning
- Planning moves between hosting providers, from on-premise to cloud or back, including data transfer, DNS changes, testing and rollback steps.
What changes for your organisation
Repeatable releases
Automated pipelines replace manual file uploads, which reduces deployment mistakes.
Tested recovery
Backups are verified through restore tests, so you know how to recover before you need to.
Clearer cloud bills
Right-sizing and tagging make it easier to see what each system costs and why.
Earlier problem detection
Alerts on errors, disk space and certificates surface issues before they affect users.
How a cloud and devops engagement runs
- 1
Environment review
We document current servers, applications, costs, deployment methods and backup arrangements.
- 2
Target architecture
We propose a hosting design with sizing, security, backup and cost estimates for your approval.
- 3
Provisioning
We build the infrastructure using scripted, repeatable configuration where practical.
- 4
Pipeline setup
We connect your code repository to automated build and deployment workflows.
- 5
Migration and testing
We move applications and data, test thoroughly and switch DNS in a planned window.
- 6
Runbook handover
We provide operating procedures for deployments, restores and common incidents.
Questions about cloud and devops
Which cloud provider should we use?
It depends on your existing licences, the applications you run, data residency needs and budget. We compare options for your situation and are comfortable working with Azure, AWS, Google Cloud and Indian hosting providers.
Can you reduce our current cloud costs?
Often there is room to save through right-sizing servers, shutting down idle resources, adjusting storage tiers or using reserved pricing. We review your usage first and explain each recommendation along with any trade-off in performance or resilience.
Who holds the cloud account and billing?
The cloud subscription should be in your organisation's name, with billing going directly to you. We work through delegated access that you can review or revoke at any time.
Is our data stored in India?
We can deploy to Indian cloud regions where data location matters, for example for patient or student records. We note which services store data where so you can assess compliance with the DPDP Act 2023 and sector rules.
What do you need from our development team?
We need access to the code repository, details of how the application is built and configured, and a contact who can answer questions about dependencies and environment settings.
Discuss a cloud and devops project
Share what you have today and what you need. We reply by email, usually with a few questions and a suggested next step.