Cloud Life Consulting

Companies should be scaling on AWS - not stressing over cloud costs. Excited to team up with Vantage to make ‘cost creep’ a thing of the past!

We understand that managing AWS costs shouldn't be another task on our customers' plates. That's why we're excited to announce our partnership with Vantage, enhancing our ability to proactively manage and optimize cloud spending over time for our clients. ?When it comes to AWS spending, cost creep is one of the biggest challenges businesses face; small, unnoticed charges that quietly add up over time. "AWS billing complexity can lead to significant hidden costs," explains Ryan Ryke, CEO of Cloud Life Consulting. "What starts as a small charge can snowball over time - unused instances, forgotten storage, accumulated fees - its death by a thousand cuts. We've seen cases where our manual audits have saved clients over $17,000 monthly. That's a budget that could be reinvested in their business." Now, instead of treating cost optimization as a one-time project, our partnership with Vantage establishes a continuous, data-driven process to keep costs in check while aligning spending with business growth. With real-time insights and automation, our customers no longer have to sift through complex billing statements or rely on manual audits. ? “We aren’t just saving our customers money; we’re helping businesses make better decisions. Which products are making you money? Which ones aren’t? That’s the real power here, and it’s a new way of thinking about cloud spending,” says Ryke. For example, we recently helped one customer establish clear visibility into their cost-per-sale metrics across their entire cloud ecosystem - from AWS to Snowflake to Datadog. This holistic view enabled them to optimize their infrastructure specifically around their most profitable products. Every dollar should work for your business—not against it. Let’s move beyond just cutting costs and make cloud spending smarter.?

The Local Moms Network, a vibrant community supporting moms across the country, faced challenges managing data from 100 WordPress sites. To streamline operations, improve decision-making, and boost efficiency, they turned to Cloud Life Consulting for help implementing a robust, scalable data pipeline on AWS. “Cloud Life Consulting’s expertise helped us navigate the complexities of AWS, providing a seamless solution that allows us to scale and automate our data processes. The result has been more accessible data and faster insights, all while reducing our operational load.” – Local Moms Network Team The Challenge: The Local Moms Network needed to overcome several challenges as they moved their data from 100 WordPress sites to AWS: ? Data Migration: Ensuring large volumes of data were securely and efficiently transferred to AWS. ? Infrastructure Complexity: Building a scalable, automated pipeline using multiple AWS services. ? Resource Management: Organizing and maintaining data for easy access and performance optimization. The Solution: Cloud Life Consulting developed an Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) service tailored to the Network’s needs, including: ? Infrastructure Automation: Terraform scripts to automate AWS component deployment, including S3, Glue Crawlers, and Classifiers. ? Data Organization: AWS Glue Database to manage processed data, ensuring accessibility and structure. ? Comprehensive Documentation: Clear instructions on infrastructure setup and deployment, ensuring smooth operations post-migration. Key Results: ?? Scalability: The new data pipeline easily scaled to handle data from 100 sites and is ready for future growth. ?? Operational Efficiency: Automated processes reduced data ingestion time by 60%, improving workflows and providing faster insights. ?? Improved Data Management: The AWS Glue Database structure increased accessibility and reliability of data. ?? Cost-Effectiveness: Optimized AWS resource usage reduced manual intervention and resulted in cost savings. Conclusion: Cloud Life Consulting’s expertise in AWS infrastructure and ETL service design helped the Local Moms Network improve data management capabilities, resulting in a more efficient and scalable system. This transformation set the stage for future growth, enhanced operations, and a better experience for both team members and the moms they serve. About The Local Moms Network: Founded to give moms the gift of time, The Local Moms Network connects mothers in local communities across the U.S. through resources, events, and entrepreneurial opportunities. With a vision to expand to 100 suburbs by 2020, this organization helps moms balance work and life with community-driven support. ?? Join us on our journey to make #momlife easier and stay connected with us through our social channels! #AWS #DataManagement #ETL #CloudComputing #OperationalEfficiency #WomenInTech #DigitalTransformation #ScalableSolutions

Holley Performance, a leader in automotive performance products, has taken a significant step forward in securing its systems and improving contractor/vendor access management by transitioning to AWS Workspaces. “AWS Workspaces has transformed how we manage contractor and vendor access to our network. With enhanced visibility and security, we can confidently safeguard our systems and data while enabling external collaborators to work efficiently." – Mike McDonough, Principal Cloud Architect, Holley Performance ? The Challenge: Holley Performance faced challenges managing secure, controlled access for contractors and vendors. These included limited visibility into third-party activities, data breach risks, inconsistent security enforcement, and operational inefficiencies from disparate access solutions. ? The Solution: Holley partnered with Cloud Life Consulting to implement AWS Workspaces, allowing centralized management of external access through virtual desktops tailored to contractors and vendors. This included: - Encryption & Centralized Management to prevent data leakage. - Comprehensive Visibility for proactive monitoring and incident response. - A phased approach was implemented to ensure smooth integration with - Holley’s identity management system and enhanced security through AWS services like Amazon CloudWatch. Key Results: ?? Improved Security: Reduced unauthorized access risk and enhanced threat visibility. ?? Streamlined IT Management: Simplified virtual desktop provisioning and decreased contractor onboarding time by 60%. ?? Enhanced Compliance: Audit prep time reduced by 50% with built-in reporting and compliance features. Next Steps: Holley plans to expand AWS Workspaces deployment and integrate advanced monitoring tools to further strengthen access control. About Holley Performance: Holley Performance Products, founded in 1896, is a leader in automotive performance, known for producing high-quality carburetors and performance parts. ?? Ready to take control of your cloud management? Let’s discuss how AWS Workspaces can optimize your operations! Jump in our DMs or book some time on our calendar. #AWS #CloudSecurity #DigitalTransformation #CloudComputing #ITManagement #HolleyPerformance #CaseStudy #AutomotiveInnovation

With AWS End User Computing (EUC) solutions like Amazon WorkSpaces, your teams can securely access cloud-based desktops and high-performance apps from anywhere. Here’s how AWS EUC can level up your workforce: ?? Remote Work Enablement – Secure, cloud-based desktops for employees & contractors ?? App Streaming – Run high-performance apps on any device, no heavy hardware needed ?? BYOD Support – Keep security tight while enabling access from personal devices ?? Cost-Effective Scaling – Pay for what you use, ideal for growing teams Ready to simplify remote work? Slide in our DM's to discuss solutions for your company. #CloudComputing #AWS #RemoteWork #EUC #WorkSpaces

? American Equity Life Insurance partnered with Cloud Life Consulting to identify a forward-thinking virtual desktop solution that would support their migration to AWS and position them for long-term growth. ? The VMware Horizon setup in on-premises data centers struggled with scalability and cost-efficiency for 400 simultaneous sessions. ? By migrating from VMware Horizon, AEL improved performance, enhanced security, and created a more seamless, scalable virtual desktop environment. With AWS WorkSpaces, AEL is now positioned for long-term success in a cloud-first future. Check out the full case study to see how we made it happen! ?? #CloudTransformation #AWS #VDI #DigitalTransformation

?? Maintaining a secure, efficient, and cost-optimized cloud isn’t a one-time fix, it’s an ongoing process. That’s where Cloud Covered comes in. Like a smart home security system for your cloud, it continuously monitors, alerts, and optimizes to keep things running smoothly. ?? Proactive Monitoring – Catch security risks before they become costly issues ?? Cost Optimization Alerts – Stop overpaying for unused or inefficient resources ??? Preventative Surveillance – Automated checks and best practices to ensure peak performance ?? Slack Support for Your Team – Expert guidance whenever you need it ?? Exclusive Offer: The first five customers can get Cloud Covered for just $250/month per managed service, unlock major cost savings while keeping your cloud in top shape! Ready for smarter cloud management? Let’s chat! #CloudOptimization #AWS #Security #CloudManagement #DigitalTransformation

We partnered with Culinary Staffing to deliver a scalable, secure, and cost-effective virtual desktop solution. By using AWS WorkSpaces, we helped them achieve: ? Increased operational efficiency with streamlined virtual desktop management ? Enhanced security & compliance for sensitive staffing data ? Improved scalability, allowing them to onboard and support staff quickly With AWS WorkSpaces, Culinary Staffing is now equipped to meet the evolving demands of the hospitality industry. Check out the full case study to see how we made it happen! ?? Culinary Staffing specializes in providing pre-qualified, high-quality foodservice staff to the hospitality industry. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company offers comprehensive staffing solutions, including hiring, training, payroll management, and 24/7 last-minute staffing support. With 2000+ employees and a client base that includes Compass Group, Wolfgang Puck Catering, Bon Appétit, and Morrison Healthcare, Culinary Staffing has established itself as an industry leader, consistently ranked among the Top 100 Women-Owned Businesses by the Los Angeles Business Journal. #CloudTransformation #AWS #CulinaryStaffing #DigitalTransformation

Thanks No Jitter and Hannah Warfel for sharing our partnership announcement with System Initiative ?? ?

I am incredibly proud that Ryan Ryke and his team at Cloud Life Consulting today announced a strategic partnership with System Initiative. Working with Ryan and his team has been incredible; they have become experts in all aspects of System Initiative, and are now starting to deploy it for customers. Details are available here. https://lnkd.in/grFKWpg5