Client Results — Financial Services

Cloud Hub Network Architecture Enables Global Platform Delivery at Scale

A comprehensive assessment and implementation engagement delivered next-generation cloud hub network infrastructure spanning multiple Azure regions with enterprise-grade security and compliance.

Multi-cloud architecture · ExpressRoute connectivity · PCI DSS compliance
2,700
Engineering hours
Flexible time bank model for adaptive execution
Global
Hub network reach
Domestic and international locations
Multi-tier
Security design
PCI DSS, SOX, and data protection compliance
Full stack
Cloud integration
Azure ExpressRoute to SD-WAN connectivity
Financial Services

The Organization

A global insurance services company requiring enterprise-scale cloud platform delivery capabilities with comprehensive security and compliance requirements across multiple regulatory frameworks including PCI DSS and SOX.

Multi-cloud infrastructure with Equinix cloud hub facilities, Azure ExpressRoute connectivity, SD-WAN infrastructure, and global data center presence requiring enterprise-grade security posture.

The Challenge

The organization needed to architect and implement a next-generation cloud hub network infrastructure capable of supporting enterprise cloud platform delivery at global scale. The existing infrastructure lacked the architectural foundation for secure, compliant multi-cloud connectivity.

The complexity of integrating multiple cloud regions, data centers, and WAN infrastructure while maintaining strict security and compliance requirements demanded a comprehensive assessment and implementation approach.

Lack of scalable cloud hub network architecture for global operations
Complex security and compliance requirements across multiple frameworks
Need for seamless integration between cloud regions and on-premises infrastructure
SD-WAN optimization requirements for hybrid cloud connectivity
Operational complexity of managing multi-tenant segmentation at scale

IVI's Approach

IVI delivered a comprehensive engagement using a flexible time bank model, enabling adaptive project execution based on discovered infrastructure complexity while maintaining cost predictability and operational flexibility.

Phase 1: Infrastructure Assessment & Documentation

Conducted comprehensive assessment of existing cloud hub and data center network infrastructure, including configuration review, architecture documentation, and SD-WAN optimization opportunities identification.

Phase 2: Public Cloud Architecture Design

Designed comprehensive public cloud connectivity architecture spanning data centers, internet connectivity, and customer locations with security posture requirements and multitenant segmentation for compliance frameworks.

Phase 3: Enterprise Connectivity Integration

Implemented enterprise network connectivity from Equinix cloud hub facilities and corporate data centers to Azure regions via ExpressRoute, with SD-WAN integration for consistent connectivity policies.

Phase 4: Automation & Operational Excellence

Established configuration automation frameworks using Infrastructure as Code platforms like Terraform and Ansible, with proof-of-concept validation for emerging technologies including Aviatrix and next-generation firewalls.

Technology Stack Implemented

Azure ExpressRoute
Private cloud connectivity to Azure regions
Equinix Cloud Hub
Colocation and carrier-neutral connectivity
SD-WAN Infrastructure
Hybrid cloud connectivity and policy enforcement
Aviatrix
Multi-cloud networking platform evaluation
Terraform & Ansible
Infrastructure as Code automation
Next-Gen Firewalls
Security enforcement and compliance

Implementation Outcomes

The engagement delivered a comprehensive cloud hub network architecture enabling enterprise-scale cloud platform delivery with full security and compliance integration across global operations.

Scalable multi-cloud architecture

Implemented comprehensive public cloud connectivity architecture spanning multiple Azure regions with enterprise-grade security posture and compliance framework integration.

Operational automation framework

Established configuration automation using Infrastructure as Code platforms, enabling operational ownership of network services within public cloud environments.

Global connectivity integration

Delivered seamless enterprise network connectivity from Equinix facilities and corporate data centers to Azure regions with SD-WAN policy consistency.

Flexible execution model

Time bank consumption model provided operational flexibility with cost predictability, enabling adaptive project execution based on actual infrastructure complexity.

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FAQs
How does the time bank model provide operational flexibility?

The time bank model allows for adaptive project execution based on actual infrastructure complexity discovered during assessment phases, while maintaining cost predictability through pre-purchased engineering hours.

What compliance frameworks were addressed in the cloud hub design?

The architecture addressed PCI DSS, SOX, and other data protection standards through multitenant segmentation, security posture requirements, and comprehensive compliance framework integration.

How does the solution integrate with existing SD-WAN infrastructure?

The cloud hub network design includes SD-WAN integration to ensure consistent connectivity policies across hybrid infrastructure, optimizing connectivity between cloud regions and on-premises environments.

What automation capabilities were implemented?

Configuration automation frameworks were established using Infrastructure as Code platforms like Terraform and Ansible, enabling operational ownership of network services within public cloud environments.

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