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05/02/2025

AWS Spotlight: Future-Ready Features 2025 – Part 2 ⭐

In the next post of our series, Tom Kerswill explores S3 Tables & S3 Metadata—two features from AWS re:Invent that are set to transform how we manage structured data.

S3 Tables use Apache Iceberg for faster SQL queries, enabling lakehouse architecture with fully ACID-compliant databases on S3. Paired with QuickSight and Glue Catalog, it’s a game-changer for high-performance analytics.

S3 Metadata lets you manage and query object metadata at scale, making data discovery and governance more powerful than ever.

Both features are in preview—explore them today via the S3 console.

👉 Read more here: https://bit.ly/3PZT9Gr

03/02/2025

📢 Final Call: Join us in Cape Town! ⌛Time is running out to secure your spot at Cloud Redefined: VMware to AWS & AI event, hosted by Cloud Bridge + Amazon Web Services (AWS) on February 6th, 2025.

What to expect:
☑️ Clear, actionable roadmap for VMware to AWS migration.
☑️ Discover how AWS can accelerate your time-to-market.
☑️ Learn from AWS experts how AI driven insights can optimise your decisions.

⛵Bonus: Networking on a sunset cruise along the majestic Cape Town coastline.

Don't miss out - register now: https://bit.ly/3Cj6PsC

21/01/2025

AWS Spotlight: Future-Ready Features 2025 🌟

Our new blog series, written by CTO, Tom Kerswill dives into the AWS updates that are set to transform cloud strategies in 2025.

In the first post, he explores CloudFront VPC Origins—a powerful feature enabling CloudFront to connect directly to an Application Load Balancer (ALB) in a private or public subnet.

💡 Key Takeouts:
✔️ Simplifies architecture and reduces operational overhead
✔️ Enhances security with seamless AWS WAF integration
✔️ Delivers optimised performance via AWS’s global backbone

This series is your guide to understanding and leveraging AWS’s most anticipated features.

👉 Discover the first blog now: AWS Future-Ready Features 2025: CloudFront VPC Origins https://bit.ly/3WiixdX

How could CloudFront VPC Origins impact your cloud strategy? Share your thoughts below! 💬

20/01/2025

🎉 Join Us in Welcoming Our Newest Addition to the Team! 🎉

We are delighted to welcome Alexandra Soriano, who joins us today as our new Sales Support Specialist!🎉 Alexandra’s addition to the team is an exciting step as we continue to enhance our sales operations and provide exceptional support to our clients and team members.

With her strong background in sales coordination and a passion for delivering excellence, Alexandra is well-equipped to play a pivotal role in streamlining processes, fostering collaboration, and ensuring our sales team operates at its best. Her dedication and expertise will undoubtedly contribute to the success and growth of Cloud Bridge.

We’re thrilled to have Alexandra onboard as her journey with us begins today, and we can’t wait to see all the amazing contributions she’ll make! Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Alexandra! 🤩✨

17/01/2025

⌛Registrations closing soon! Top reasons to join Cloud Bridge and Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Cape Town on February 6th, 2025:

💡Optimise costs & efficiency: Learn how migrating from VMware to AWS can reduce costs & streamline operations.
🌍 Clear roadmap: Actionable steps for a successful migration.
📈 FinOps & security: Scale operations safer & faster.
☁️ AI-Driven insights: Discover how to use AI for better decisions.
🌅 Bonus: Exclusive networking on a sunset yacht cruise in Cape Town

📢 Speakers:
Cloud Bridge: Simon Walker, Adam Thornton & Matimu Mathebula
AWS: Radhir Nundlall

📍 AWS Office, Cape Town, SA
🕞 Keynotes & discussions: 15:00 - 18:00
⛵ Followed by a majestic sunset cruise for networking.

Secure your spot: https://bit.ly/3PGMn8e

17/01/2025

🌍 Go Green with GreenOps 🌍

Sustainability meets innovation with our GreenOps offering—helping businesses optimise cloud usage while reducing their environmental impact. Discover how GreenOps can make your cloud operations more efficient and eco-friendly.

Read the full story:
Go Green with Our GreenOps Offering https://bit.ly/4a9yTuX

Optimise your AWS operations with Cloud Bridge's GreenOps. Achieve sustainability and cost savings while managing your carbon footprint effectively.

16/01/2025

"Teaming up with Cloud Bridge has given us a strong, reliable partner and allowed us to focus on our business. Together, we’ve identified many opportunities to save money, while staying compliant with industry standards. Win-win!"
– Daniel Stålenbring, CTO

Discover how Cloud Bridge helped Kids Brand Store reduce AWS costs by 20-25%, enhance security, and ensure GDPR compliance—all while building a scalable cloud infrastructure to support international growth.

Read the full case study to see how we turned challenges into opportunities for this leading luxury children’s apparel retailer.

📖 https://bit.ly/4i2DP8J

10/01/2025

🌱 Planting a Greener Future 🌱

At Cloud Bridge, we’re committed to sustainability—not just in the cloud, but on the ground too. We're taking meaningful steps toward a greener future by supporting reforestation efforts and reducing our environmental footprint.

Read more about how we’re making a difference:
Migrations with a Green Touch: Planting a Greener Future https://bit.ly/4gIPaJY

For every server migrated, we plant two trees, driving both efficiency and environmental responsibility.

10/01/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Suleman Mahmood, our Employee of the Quarter! 🎉

This recognition is extra special because it comes directly from colleagues, who highlighted Suleman's dedication, attention to detail, and collaborative spirit. Suleman has been key to ensuring we achieve and maintain our AWS Competencies and uphold our ISO and Cybersecurity credentials—staying on top of submissions and requirements to keep us on track.

Always willing to help, Suleman cares deeply about the team and constantly strives for greatness in everything he does. Thank you for your passion, focus, and the incredible impact you make every day. We’re lucky to have you! 💪👏

09/01/2025

🌍 Redefine your cloud journey in Cape Town! Join Cloud Bridge and Amazon Web Services (AWS) on February 6th, 2025 to explore VMware to AWS migration strategies, learn about FinOps & Security, and AI-driven insights to supercharge your cloud journey.🚀☁️

📍 AWS Office, Cape Town, SA
🕞 Keynotes & discussions: 15:00 - 18:00
⛵ Followed by a majestic sunset cruise for networking.

📢 Speakers:
Cloud Bridge: Simon Walker, Adam Thornton & Matimu Mathebula
AWS: Radhir Nundlall

Spaces are limited. Register now: https://bit.ly/3PnOEF8

09/01/2025

When Vertical Plus, a leading eCommerce specialist, partnered with Cloud Bridge, they unlocked the full potential of their AWS environment through our Managed Services.

We delivered:
📊 10% cost savings
🛡️ 24/7 monitoring & incident management for peace of mind
⚡ Rapid support to resolve critical issues instantly
🔍 Proactive insights with real-time cost visibility

“Having a dedicated team communicating with us monthly has been a breath of fresh air. Cloud Bridge keeps us on track and always has our back. Their support team is amazing. When we had a critical issue late on a Friday night, they didn’t hesitate to help. That level of commitment is rare, and it’s made all the difference.”
- Darren, CTO Vertical Plus

👉 Read the full case study here: Rebuilding Trust in the Cloud: How Cloud Bridge Helped Vertical Plus Thrive: https://bit.ly/4fKlsD5

08/01/2025

🌟 Exciting News at Cloud Bridge! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce that Rachel O'Keeffe has joined us as our new Recruitment Business Manager! 🎉 Rachel’s arrival marks a fantastic start to the year as we continue to grow & strengthen our Cloud Bridge Technical Recruitment division.

Rachel brings a wealth of experience in recruitment strategy & talent acquisition. Her expertise in building strong partnerships & her passion for connecting talented individuals with the right opportunities make her the perfect fit for this role. As Recruitment Business Manager, Rachel will play a key role in driving the growth of our recruitment services & ensuring we deliver exceptional value to our clients & candidates.

We’re excited to see the innovative approaches Rachel will bring to our team & are confident that her leadership will further enhance our mission to connect top talent with meaningful opportunities.

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Rachel! We’re so excited about the journey ahead & the incredible contributions she will make to Cloud Bridge.🤩✨