INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVE SERVICES
Transform Your Infrastructure
Four pathways to better cloud performance, cost efficiency, security, and scalability.
PERFORMANCE OPTIMISATION
Infrastructure performance optimisation encompasses database tuning, multi-layer caching strategies, CDN configuration, and load balancer tuning. We identify bottlenecks using profiling tools and APM systems, then implement optimisations that typically deliver 2-10x faster response times.
Database query optimisation addresses slow queries through execution plan analysis, strategic indexing, and connection pooling. Caching layers using Redis for application cache, Varnish for HTTP caching, and CDN edge caching provide sub-millisecond access for frequently requested data. Load balancer tuning and SSL optimisation reduce connection overhead.
Right-sizing instances based on actual utilisation patterns typically reduces costs by 30-50% while maintaining performance. Infrastructure monitoring establishes baselines and detects regressions before they impact end users.
COST OPTIMISATION
Cloud cost reduction addresses the 30-50% waste present in most environments: over-provisioned instances, idle resources, inefficient storage tiers, and unoptimised networking.
Right-sizing matches instance types to actual workload requirements through CPU, memory, and network pattern analysis. Reserved instances and savings plans offer up to 75% discount when you commit to multi-year terms. Spot instances provide up to 90% discount for fault-tolerant workloads. Auto-scaling adjusts capacity to match demand, eliminating waste during quiet periods.
Waste identification discovers idle resources, unattached storage, and forgotten development environments. Storage tier optimisation moves infrequently accessed data to cheaper archive classes. Network traffic optimisation reduces expensive cross-region transfers.
Typical implementations deliver 20-60% cost reduction with 90-day payback periods. Continuous monitoring prevents cost drift.
SECURITY HARDENING
Security hardening systematically improves infrastructure security posture through vulnerability remediation, access control tightening, compliance gap closure, and patch management automation.
Vulnerability scanning identifies security gaps across your stack using industry tools. Remediation prioritises by exploitability and business impact. Automated patch management targets 7-day critical update deployment. Access control review enforces least-privilege principles with multi-factor authentication. Compliance gap analysis maps current state against PCI-DSS, GDPR, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 frameworks.
Network segmentation implements Zero Trust architecture limiting blast radius. Secrets audit eliminates hardcoded credentials. Security monitoring with automated alerting detects threats and configuration drift.
Implementations typically close 60-80% of vulnerabilities within 90 days. Compliance certification timescales reduce from months to 60-180 days with systematic hardening.
SCALABILITY ENHANCEMENT
Scalability improvements enable systems to handle explosive growth through horizontal scaling, auto-scaling, and stateless architecture patterns.
Horizontal scaling adds instances rather than upgrading hardware, providing unlimited growth potential. Auto-scaling responds to demand in real-time, typically within 30-60 seconds, maintaining consistent performance during traffic spikes. Stateless application design eliminates server affinity requirements, allowing load balancers to distribute traffic freely.
Database replication distributes query load across multiple instances. Caching layers reduce backend pressure. Multi-zone redundancy provides fault tolerance. Infrastructure can grow from hundreds to millions of concurrent users without architectural redesign.
Implementations typically achieve 10x capacity increase whilst maintaining performance and reducing infrastructure costs 20-40% through improved efficiency.
METHODOLOGY
All improvement work follows a data-driven approach:
- Assessment and baseline capture
- Bottleneck identification and prioritisation
- Implementation with pre-production testing
- Validation against established baselines
- Continuous monitoring and optimisation
We implement changes gradually to production systems using proven deployment strategies that eliminate disruption.
PROVEN TRACK RECORD
Over 18 years of infrastructure expertise across cloud platforms, data centres, and hybrid environments. We've successfully improved hundreds of production systems without causing service interruptions.
CHOOSING YOUR IMPROVEMENT PATH
Different organisations have different priorities. Some need performance breakthroughs to handle growth. Others face cost pressure and need immediate cloud savings. Some must address security gaps before they become breaches. Many pursue scalability to support ambitious growth plans.
The most effective approach often combines multiple improvement services. Performance optimisation reduces costs by eliminating waste whilst enabling horizontal scaling. Security hardening prevents costly incidents. Scalability improvements prepare infrastructure for growth without expensive emergency work.
MEASUREMENT AND VALIDATION
All improvement work is measured and validated:
Infrastructure metrics establish baselines before any changes. Post-improvement metrics prove effectiveness. We provide detailed reports comparing before and after performance, showing exactly what changed and why it matters.
Regular monitoring ensures improvements persist. Performance regressions get caught and addressed immediately rather than slowly degrading over time.
CLIENT OUTCOMES
Representative client improvements include:
- AWS bill reduction from £15,000/month to £8,000/month (47% savings)
- API response times from 800ms to under 100ms (8x improvement)
- Database query times from 2 seconds to 150ms (13x improvement)
- Application capacity increase from 1,000 to 10,000 concurrent users (10x)
- Vulnerability count reduction from 47 to 2 within 3 weeks
- Infrastructure costs stable despite 3x traffic growth
IMPROVEMENT TIMELINE
Performance optimisation: 2-4 weeks
Cost optimisation: 4-8 weeks
Security hardening: 4-12 weeks depending on compliance requirements
Scalability enhancement: 4-8 weeks
Complete stack improvement: 8-16 weeks
Most improvements show measurable results within 2-4 weeks of implementation.
ENGAGEMENT MODEL
We typically work with infrastructure teams in one of two ways:
Fixed-scope projects: Define the improvement area (e.g., "reduce cloud costs"), establish success criteria, execute, and complete. Typical duration: 2-12 weeks.
Ongoing partnership: Ongoing infrastructure optimisation across multiple areas with continuous monitoring and improvement. Typical commitment: Retainer-based engagement.
CONTACT
Discuss your infrastructure improvement opportunities with our team.
