Optimizing Web Performance and Security for Beacon Engineers
This case study demonstrates how transitioning to a modern, cloud-based infrastructure can solve critical issues of performance, reliability, and security, providing a solid foundation for ongoing business growth and success.
Customer Business Background
Beacon Engineers is a leading designer and manufacturer of packaging, process, assembly, and washing lines conveying systems. Additionally, they are renowned for providing cutting-edge automation solutions that streamline industrial processes and enhance operational efficiency. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Beacon Engineers serves a diverse clientele, ensuring that their solutions meet the highest standards of reliability and performance.
Problem Statement / Challenges
Beacon Engineers hosted their corporate website on a third-party provider using shared hosting. This setup frequently led to several critical issues, including intermittent downtimes, slow loading times, and significant security vulnerabilities. These challenges hindered the company’s ability to maintain a reliable online presence, potentially affecting customer trust and business continuity. The company needed a robust, high-performance, and secure web hosting solution to overcome these persistent problems.
Solution
To address these challenges, we implemented a two-tier infrastructure using EC2 & RDS for their WordPress website, leveraging the power and flexibility of AWS services. The solution included using Amazon CloudFront to optimize image rendering and accelerate content delivery, ensuring faster load times and a seamless user experience. Additionally, we followed AWS best practices to secure the solution, incorporating measures such as encryption, automated backups, and regular security audits to protect against potential threats and vulnerabilities.
Benefits
The new AWS-based infrastructure provided Beacon Engineers with a significant improvement in website performance and reliability. By utilizing CloudFront, the website experienced faster load times and reduced latency, enhancing the user experience for visitors globally. The robust security measures implemented as per AWS best practices ensured the protection of sensitive data and reduced the risk of cyber threats. Moreover, the scalable and resilient nature of the AWS infrastructure allowed Beacon Engineers to handle increased traffic without compromising performance, ultimately leading to increased customer satisfaction and trust.