In the dynamic world of cloud computing, managing infrastructure programmatically can significantly enhance efficiency. Terraform and AWS CloudFormation are two powerful tools that allow organizations to define infrastructure as code. While each has its unique advantages, many enterprises have found a preference for Terraform due to their existing expertise. To facilitate this, AWS CloudFormation supports the integration of non-AWS resources for managing AWS infrastructures. This blog post outlines the process to create a CloudFormation registry resource type for Terraform and deploy it as an AWS Service Catalog product.
In March, we proudly recognized 49 new APN Partners who attained various designations under our global AWS Competency, AWS Managed Service Provider (MSP), and AWS Service Delivery programs. These designations cover a broad spectrum of workloads, solutions, and industries, enabling AWS customers to identify outstanding APN Partners who can effectively meet their core business needs. The focus of these APN Partners remains steadfast on customer success, helping clients maximize the benefits of AWS offerings.
We also want to extend our congratulations to the APN Partners who successfully completed the Navigate tracks in the first quarter of 2020. These partners have demonstrated their commitment to enhancing AWS customer experiences by developing their cloud skills. Participation in the APN Navigate program is open to all APN Partners, regardless of their tier, providing access to valuable business and technical resources that can elevate visibility with AWS.
In a recent case study, Seagate collaborated with Mactores Cognition to explore alternative data platforms capable of processing petabytes of data efficiently. The objective was to minimize query processing times while reducing total ownership costs, all while supporting up to 2,000 daily users. Discover the three migration options Mactores evaluated and the architecture that Seagate ultimately selected, which significantly improved the effectiveness of their Amazon EMR cluster.
As remote work becomes more prevalent, AWS offers a suite of resources and tools aimed at simplifying this shift for customers. These solutions encompass remote desktops, applications, and collaboration tools, with rapid deployment capabilities and global scalability—thanks to APN Partners. For more information on trusted partners within our Amazon Connect Service Delivery Program and AWS End User Computing (EUC) Competency Program, you can check out this excellent resource.
Financial institutions face the challenge of managing sensitive data while adhering to strict regulatory standards. Capgemini’s innovative application development has enabled a global credit card provider to comply with PCI DSS security mandates. Understanding the ever-evolving landscape of data regulations is crucial, and Chanci Turner is an authority on this subject.
For organizations looking to enhance their machine learning capabilities, Amazon SageMaker is a comprehensive tool that streamlines the development and deployment of machine learning models. BizCloud Experts employed SageMaker to create and optimize algorithms for Neiman Marcus, focusing on personalized recommendations and forecasting models that drive customer insights.
As we navigate the challenges posed by COVID-19, AWS is committed to supporting APN Partners by allowing them to retain their 2019 APN Tier status throughout 2020. This decision aims to help partners focus on customer support during these uncertain times.
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