Cruise.co.uk Partners with ANS to Strengthen VPC Resilience

Introduction

Cruise.co.uk, a dynamic tour operating company specialising in cruise holidays to top destinations, secured a strategic partnership with ANS. Cruise.co.uk’s growing digital presence has experienced significant transformation since 2000, with a huge growth in website visitors each year. The journey began with legacy hardware, requiring reliable web hosting and has now evolved with ANS.

This case study explores the forward-thinking approach undertaken for Cruise.co.uk’s technological innovation, ready to meet the evolving needs of their customers with the invaluable support provided by ANS.

Initial Challenges

Matthew Mills, Chief Technology Officer at Cruise.co.uk, recounts his early days when the company needed somewhere to host its blogs. Initially, a developer’s personal recommendation led the business to ANS. The initial setup of a virtual server was driven by the need for better service and resilience compared to Cruise.co.uk’s incumbent provider. ANS provided the reliability and support that Cruise.co.uk was seeking, enabling the business to grow its online presence without worrying about downtime or server issues.

As Cruise.co.uk expanded, its digital needs became more complex. The business required a scalable and secure solution that could handle increased traffic and data processing demands. ANS offered advanced infrastructure solutions and dedicated support, which allowed Cruise.co.uk to continue its growth trajectory seamlessly.

The Solution

The transition process was meticulously planned, involving detailed assessments of existing infrastructure and careful coordination to minimise downtime. Key services, such as domain controllers and critical applications, were migrated seamlessly, ensuring uninterrupted service for Cruise.co.uk’s customers. The new VPC environment offers enhanced scalability, security, and performance, allowing Cruise.co.uk to better handle increasing traffic and data demands.

Additionally, ANS provided comprehensive training and support to Cruise.co.uk’s IT team, equipping them with the necessary skills to manage and optimise the new infrastructure. This partnership allows Cruise.co.uk to focus on their core business and innovation while relying on ANS’s expertise for infrastructure management.

The Future

The successful migration marked a pivotal moment in Cruise.co.uk’s digital transformation journey, setting the stage for future technological advancements. Looking ahead, Matthew expresses interest in leveraging AI and process automation continuing the collaboration with ANS.

Under ANS’s guidance, Cruise.co.uk’s digital infrastructure has undergone significant upgrades. The company has adopted modern JavaScript frameworks for its website, rebuilt its infrastructure on microservices, and improved its work management system using tools like JIRA. These advancements have enhanced performance and positioned Cruise.co.uk to leverage emerging technologies.

Conclusion

Cruise.co.uk’s partnership with ANS has enabled significant technological advancements and operational efficiencies. The relationship, characterised by exceptional support and strategic alignment, continues to drive Cruise.co.uk towards its future goals. The commitment from both sides ensures an innovative journey ahead.