Introduction
Lanka Government Cloud (LGC) 2.0, serving over 40 government organizations in Sri Lanka, required a secure and efficient hosting solution for various applications. Faced with the challenge of an existing VMware-based cloud lacking management capabilities, the Sri Lankan Government turned to VS ONE WORLD to implement a more robust and scalable solution.
Challenge
The challenges faced by LGC included:
- Limited Management Capabilities: The existing VMware-based cloud was insufficient in handling management needs.
- Increasing Demand: The need to support over 75 applications, ranging from simple websites to critical systems.
- Infrastructure Efficiency: The requirement for a more streamlined and cost-effective infrastructure.
Solution
Cloud Computing and Scalable Infrastructure (By Expert One)
VS ONE WORLD won the bid to develop the solution, which included:
- Redhat Cloud Solution with OpenStack, KVM, and Cloud Forms: Creating a highly scalable OpenStack cloud (LGC 2.0) for production.
- Scalable Software Defined Storage Platform: Enabling automatic resource management and scalability.
- SDN-ready Network Stack: Preparing the network for Software-Defined Networking.
Impact on Government Technology and Resource Management (By Expert Two)
The implementation of the new cloud service resulted in:
- Improved Management and Infrastructure: Enhanced control and efficiency across various government applications.
- Reduced Hardware Costs: By migrating multiple components, substantial savings were achieved.
- Efficient Infrastructure Consolidation: Streamlining the use of resources to support the increasing demand.
Result
The collaboration with VS ONE WORLD led to the successful transformation of Lanka Government Cloud 2.0. The new cloud service not only improved management capabilities but also reduced costs and enabled efficient consolidation of infrastructure.
Conclusion
This case study exemplifies the vital role of digital transformation in government services. By aligning technology with the specific needs of the Sri Lankan Government, VS ONE WORLD showcased how cloud solutions can bring efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. The project stands as an illustration of how governments can leverage technology to enhance services and support an increasing number of applications and organizations. It highlights the importance of collaboration, innovation, and thoughtful design in meeting the unique challenges of government technology.
