Overview
The Configuration Management Database (CMDB) system required a migration to AWS to enhance performance, scalability, and overall system administration efficiency. The goal was to eliminate performance bottlenecks, improve query execution speed, and implement a robust observability framework for better anomaly detection and compliance.
What was the Problem?
The existing CMDB faced several challenges, including:
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Performance bottlenecks and slow query execution.
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Inefficient handling of infrastructure metadata at scale.
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Limited monitoring capabilities, making it difficult to detect anomalies, track system changes, and ensure compliance.
Our Solution
Myridius migrated the CMDB to AWS and implemented a comprehensive monitoring and observability framework using Amazon CloudWatch, Datadog, and BigPanda. The solution included:
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Scalable architecture: Built on Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS) for improved scalability and reliability.
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Automated server management: Utilized AWS Systems Manager (SSM) for server builds and OS patching within ECS.
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Monitoring and observability stack:
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Amazon CloudWatch: Infrastructure monitoring, log collection, and alarm management.
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Datadog: Application performance monitoring (APM), real-time infrastructure monitoring, and log analysis.
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BigPanda: AI-driven alert correlation and incident management.
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Monitored key metrics such as latency, error rates, CPU and memory usage, disk space, and IOPS.
Outcomes
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99.95% system availability through proactive monitoring and automated alert correlation.
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50%+ reduction in Mean Time to Detect (MTTD) and Mean Time to Resolution (MTTR) using BigPanda and Datadog.
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Improved application performance monitoring with real-time insights into latency, errors, and resource utilization.
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Enhanced system reliability, reduced operational overhead, and improved monitoring and observability capabilities, delivering a seamless experience for both users and IT teams.
Lessons Learned
Migrating the CMDB to AWS with a robust monitoring and observability framework significantly improved system performance, reduced incident resolution time, and enhanced operational efficiency. Leveraging AI-driven alert correlation and real-time monitoring enabled faster issue detection and resolution, ensuring better reliability and compliance.