CASE STUDY

Successful Migration to Windows Server 2019

Cloud & Data Centre Operations
BFSI

Project Highlights

Scope

  • Migrated critical banking applications from Windows Server 2016 to Windows Server 2019.
  • Implemented a phased migration approach to ensure minimal disruption and downtime.
  • Ensured security and compliance with financial industry standards during the migration process.
  • Established ongoing monitoring and support for post-migration stability.

Challenges Overcome

Addressed compatibility issues with legacy applications during migration.

Ensured compliance with stringent security and regulatory standards in the financial sector.

Reduced downtime and operational disruption during migration.

Business Impact

The Windows Server migration delivered measurable results for the client.

Infrastructure Modernisation

Compliance and Security

Downtime Reduction

Operational Continuity

These improvements enabled the bank to modernise its IT infrastructure, ensuring a seamless transition with minimal disruption and enhanced security and compliance.

The Client

The client is a prominent financial institution and a key player in the global banking sector. Renowned for its innovative approach to digital banking and customer-centric services, the client offers a wide range of financial products, including retail, corporate, and investment banking.

  • Operates an extensive network of branches and digital platforms, serving millions of customers worldwide.
  • Recognised as a leader in adopting cutting-edge technologies to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.
  • Committed to sustainability and innovation, driving positive change in the financial industry.
BFSI-Client

The Problem

The client faced the following challenges:

  • Legacy applications running on Windows Server 2016 that needed to be migrated to the more secure and efficient Windows Server 2019.
  • Compatibility issues with older systems and applications that required a seamless transition.
  • Strict security and regulatory requirements for financial institutions that needed to be maintained during the migration.

The Solution

The solution focused on migrating applications to Windows Server 2019 while ensuring minimal disruption.

Phased Migration Approach

Incrementally migrated applications to reduce downtime and ensure operational continuity.

Compatibility Assessment

Conducted compatibility testing to address potential issues before migration.

Security & Compliance

Ensured the migration complied with all relevant security and regulatory standards.

Ongoing Support

Provided post-migration monitoring to ensure the stability and performance of migrated applications.

Team & Technology

Tech Stack Utilised

Operating Systems

  • Windows Server 2016
  • Windows Server 2019

Migration Tools

  • PowerShell
  • Azure Migrate
  • Custom Scripts

Monitoring Tools

  • System Center Operations Manager (SCOM)

Team Composition

1 project manager

1 IT Infrastructure Specialist

1 Application Migration Consultant

The Outcome

The migration project resulted in substantial improvements for the client.

Infrastructure Modernisation

Applications now run on a more secure and scalable platform.

Regulatory Compliance

Enhanced security and compliance with industry standards.

Reduced Downtime

Phased approach ensured minimal disruption to business operations.

Future-Ready IT Environment

Enabled the bank to better support its long-term digital transformation goals.

This solution helped the bank modernise its IT environment, ensuring that its operations are secure, compliant, and future-ready.