Key challenges:
Data privacy concerns from internet-based routing
Unpredictable latency affecting real-time dashboards
Rising costs due to inefficient data transfer pricing
ABC implemented AWS Direct Connect to establish private, dedicated connectivity between its main data center and AWS’s US-East region.
The implementation included:
A 1 Gbps dedicated Direct Connect line via an AWS Direct Connect Partner
Private Virtual Interfaces (VIFs) to link the data center directly to Amazon VPCs
Integration with on-premises firewalls and monitoring systems
Redundancy setup through a secondary Direct Connect link for failover
Eliminated reliance on public internet for data transport
Reduced latency by over 40% and stabilized application performance
Improved data transfer efficiency, cutting monthly cloud egress costs by 25%
Met internal and external compliance benchmarks for secure connectivity
With AWS Direct Connect, ABC significantly improved the security and reliability of its hybrid cloud environment. The solution enabled real-time performance, consistent user experience, and reduced operational risk—supporting the company’s long-term cloud strategy.