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Zurich Insurance

Zurich Insurance Group is a leading multi-line insurer serving global and local markets.

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Solution

We defined and applied a “6 R’s” migration strategy: Rehost, Replatform, Refactor, Rebuild, Retain and Retire.

  • Data Solution:
    Rationalised migration by creating standards for databases (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL to AWS RDS/Aurora), backups (AWS native/Commvault), and data transfer using AWS Storage Gateway, AWS DataSync, and AWS S3.

  • Integration Solution:
    Utilised AWS Direct Connect for dedicated network connections during migration. Defined network patterns using AWS Transit Gateway (TGW) and AWS Network Firewall (NFW).

  • Data Science Solution (FinOps & Optimisation):
    Implemented FinOps practices as part of the migration standards. The patterns and standards developed would feed into analytics for cost optimisation and performance monitoring on AWS.

Needs

Zurich Insurance undertook a massive cloud migration of 2,400 servers and 600 applications to AWS. They needed a clear strategy (6 R's) and defined patterns for migrating diverse workloads (PaaS, On-Premise, SaaS) while optimising for cost, performance, and agility.

Achievements

  • Comprehensive Migration Strategy:
    Implemented a "6 R's" strategy for 2,400 servers and 600 applications.

  • Adaptable Migration Patterns:
    Created reusable patterns based on OS, database, integration, and application manifest.

  • Data Migration Validation:
    Conducted PoCs using AWS Storage Gateway, Direct Connect, DataSync, and S3.

  • Standardised Cloud Components:
    Established standards for AWS databases, backups, networking (TGW, NFW), OS, and FinOps.

Benefits

  • Accelerated Migrations:
    Enabled faster and more predictable application migrations to AWS.

  • Optimised Cloud Resource Utilisation:
    Ensured cost-efficiency through rationalised approaches.

  • Reduced Migration Risk:
    Mitigated risks via standardised patterns and PoCs.

  • Improved Operational Consistency:
    Led to more manageable AWS environments.

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