Kina Gbezhgomi

360 Visibility moves on-premises servers for Frontline by Penlieu to be hosted on the Microsoft Azure Cloud.

Project at a glance

Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services (KGCFS), dedicated to serving First Nations communities in the Districts of Sudbury and Manitoulin, relied heavily on the Frontline automated information system to deliver critical services.

To enhance performance, server uptime, and reduce hardware dependency, KGCFS partnered with 360 Visibility to migrate their infrastructure to the Microsoft Azure Cloud. This strategic move resulted in significant improvements in system performance, cost savings, and reliability, ensuring that KGCFS can continue providing essential services while staying connected to their cultural roots.

100%

Migrating to Microsoft Azure Cloud doubled the performance of KGCFS’s server infrastructure, allowing faster and more reliable access to the Frontline system.

90%

By moving to Azure, KGCFS saw a dramatic 90% decrease in server administration costs, freeing up resources for other critical areas.

The Tools

Products and services implemented

Service

Cloud Infrastructure Advisory

Service

Azure Cloud Migration and Optimization

Implementation

Azure Cloud

The Challenge

Ensuring Resilient and Efficient Operations for Essential Services

Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services plays a crucial role in protecting children and strengthening family and community ties within First Nations communities. Their reliance on the Frontline information system by Penlieu made it vital to ensure optimal system performance and server resiliency. However, the existing on-premises infrastructure was becoming increasingly inadequate, leading to performance bottlenecks, higher maintenance costs, and a dependence on expensive hardware that limited scalability. With over 150 devices and 8 servers to manage, KGCFS needed a more efficient and reliable solution to meet their operational demands and ensure continuous access to critical tools.

"The transition to Azure has been transformative for Kina Gbezhgomi. 360 Visibility's expertise ensured a seamless migration, significantly improving our system performance and reducing costs. This has enabled us to focus more on our mission of supporting First Nations children and families, with the confidence that our critical tools are always available and performing at their best."

Michael McCormick

System Administrator - Kina Gbezhgomi

The Solution

Migrating to Azure Cloud for Enhanced Performance and Reliability

360 Visibility proposed migrating Kina Gbezhgomi’s entire server infrastructure, including the critical Frontline system, to the Microsoft Azure Cloud. This solution was designed to address the key challenges faced by KGCFS—improving performance, increasing server uptime, and reducing operational costs. The migration included transitioning 8 servers and 150 devices to Azure, complemented by the implementation of Windows Virtual Desktop for seamless remote access. This cloud-based approach eliminated the need for costly hardware upgrades and provided KGCFS with a scalable, resilient infrastructure capable of supporting their mission-critical operations.

The transition to Azure not only improved performance by 100%, ensuring faster access to essential tools but also guaranteed a 99.99% uptime SLA, critical for the continuity of services. The reduction in server administration costs by 90% further underscored the success of the migration, enabling KGCFS to redirect resources towards their core mission of supporting children and families.

The Results

Achieving Unmatched Performance and Reliability with Azure Cloud Migration

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Doubled System Performance:

By migrating to Azure, KGCFS experienced a 100% improvement in system performance, allowing for more efficient and reliable service delivery.

2

Significant Cost Savings:

The move to the Azure Cloud resulted in a 90% reduction in server administration costs, freeing up resources for more strategic initiatives.

3

Unparalleled Uptime:

The guaranteed 99.99% uptime SLA provided by Azure ensures that KGCFS’s critical Frontline tools are always available, supporting their essential work without interruption.

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Scalable and Resilient Infrastructure:

Azure’s cloud infrastructure offers KGCFS the scalability needed to grow and adapt their operations as needed, without the limitations of on-premises hardware.

"At 360 Visibility, we are committed to empowering organizations like Kina Gbezhgomi with the technology solutions they need to achieve their goals. The successful migration to Azure has not only enhanced their operational efficiency but also ensured that they can continue to provide vital services to their communities with confidence."