Case Study - Enterprise Cloud Transformation and Platform Engineering Excellence
Led comprehensive cloud transformation initiatives for the Government of Ontario, designing and implementing mission-critical solutions while establishing innovative platform engineering practices.
- Client
- Government of Ontario
- Year
- Service
- Cloud Architecture, Platform Engineering
Overview
The Government of Ontario faced the complex challenge of modernizing its digital infrastructure while maintaining stringent security standards and operational efficiency. This required a comprehensive approach to cloud transformation and platform engineering, encompassing everything from legacy system migrations to innovative shared services solutions.
Our team led multiple mission-critical projects, including the migration of essential government services to the cloud and the implementation of sophisticated platform engineering solutions. These initiatives not only modernized the government's technical infrastructure but also established new standards for public sector digital services.
What we did
- Cloud Architecture
- Platform Engineering
- Data Analytics
- Security & Compliance
Key Transformations
Ontario Business Registration Platform
Executed a complex migration from on-premises to Azure cloud, handling approximately 5 TB of sensitive PII data. Implemented innovative solutions including:
- Custom data transfer solution using Azure Databox Gateway
- Secure IaaS infrastructure for WebSphere and Oracle DB2
- Comprehensive security measures for PII data protection
Managed File Transfer System
Designed a sophisticated inter-network solution enabling secure data exchange between government systems and major financial institutions:
- Implemented Azure network peering with external vendors
- Deployed multiple Azure Firewall appliances for traffic management
- Established standardized onboarding procedures for new applications
DIRECT Drug Management System
Architected a modern cloud-native solution for pharmaceutical funding requests:
- Implemented Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) with multi-region deployment
- Integrated Gravitee API Gateway and Argo CD for continuous deployment
- Established robust container management using Azure Container Registry
SUS New Generation Platform
Led the migration of a critical Oracle platform supporting 180 government applications:
- Orchestrated complex technical stack including Oracle RAC, WebSphere, and DataPower Gateway
- Implemented high-availability solutions with Azure Front Door and App Gateways
- Ensured seamless integration with existing on-premises infrastructure
Platform Engineering Innovation
Advanced Billing and Analytics Platform
Developed a comprehensive platform engineering solution incorporating:
- Sophisticated billing mechanisms for shared services tracking
- Standardized database schema managing millions of records
- Advanced data processing using Azure Databricks
- Detailed Power BI reporting for financial and operational insights
Technical Excellence
The solution leveraged cutting-edge technologies including:
- Azure Cloud Services (AKS, SQL, Databricks)
- RedHat OpenShift
- Containerization and Orchestration Tools
- Advanced Analytics and Reporting Platforms
This transformation has established new benchmarks for government digital services, combining enterprise-scale operations with innovative platform engineering practices. The implemented solutions continue to serve millions of Ontario citizens while maintaining the highest standards of security and efficiency.