CloudScale365, a prominent player in the cloud industry and a company with proven cloud services quality, is following the continuous improvements and upgrades strategy for the services we deliver and our cloud infrastructure. One of our significant leaps forward was upgrading our storage infrastructure to Solid State Drives (SSDs). This move not only enhanced the performance for our customers but also marked a commitment to providing cutting-edge services corresponding to the changing online dynamics in the online space.

In this article, we will list a few storage improvements we have made through the years and the benefits they bring you. We will also share our next planned steps and why we chose a strategy where all these improvements did not affect the service fees for our existing customers.

A Seamless Transition to SSD

The heart of any cloud service is its data storage infrastructure, and CloudScale365 has recognized the pivotal role that speed and reliability play in meeting client expectations and ensuring their business profitability. The transition from standard Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) to SSDs represents a bold step toward achieving optimal performance.

SSDs, unlike traditional HDDs, use flash memory for data storage, leading to faster read and write speeds. This translates to quicker access to data, reduced latency, and an overall improvement in system responsiveness. Clients are experiencing better online performance and speed due to this transition.

The benefits are:

Increased Performance – SSDs offer significantly faster data access times than traditional HDDs. This results in quicker application loading times, faster data transfers, and improved overall system responsiveness.

Reduced Latency – Lower latency means reduced delays in accessing and retrieving data. SSDs excel in providing low-latency storage solutions, enhancing the user experience by minimizing waiting times.

Improved I/O Operations – SSDs efficiently handle Input/Output (I/O) operations. This is crucial for applications that rely on rapid data processing and storage, leading to better performance for databases, analytics, and other data-intensive tasks.

Better Scalability – Cloud providers utilizing SSDs often offer better scalability options. The enhanced performance and responsiveness of SSDs make them well-suited for handling increased workloads, ensuring a smooth scaling experience as your storage requirements grow.

Optimized for Virtualization – SSDs are well-suited for virtualized environments, where multiple virtual machines or instances share the same physical hardware. The quick read and write speeds of SSDs contribute to efficient virtual machine performance, supporting virtualization technologies effectively.

Better End-User Experience – Whether it’s accessing files, loading applications, or interacting with online services, users will notice a significant improvement in their overall experience when using a cloud provider with SSDs. 

“Our continuous investment strategy in technological improvements, upgrades, and innovative solutions is the foundation of our business and is built upon a robust infrastructure. Our primary objective is to provide our customers with reliable services that support the growth of their businesses.”, said Sergio Gutiérrez, Managing Director – Hosting Division. 

No Price Increase: Prioritizing Affordability

One of the most commendable aspects of CloudScale365’s storage upgrade was the commitment to maintaining client affordability. Despite the way better capabilities of SSDs, CloudScale365 had decided not to add any additional costs to its clients at the time of the upgrade. This strategic move demonstrates the company’s dedication to providing exceptional services while keeping the financial well-being of its clients in mind.

NVMe on the Horizon: Bringing Your Website Performance to New Heights

As part of our ongoing commitment to innovation, we are currently in the process of converting all our storage infrastructure to Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe). NVMe is the next frontier in storage technology, offering even greater speeds and efficiency than traditional SSDs. With this transition in combination with the existing software-defined storage solution we have in place, our infrastructure evolves into a premium tier cloud environment, but still at an affordable price for our customers.

NVMe leverages the direct connection of storage to the CPU, eliminating bottlenecks and reducing latency. This results in unparalleled data transfer speeds and improved overall system performance. CloudScale365’s decision to adopt NVMe reinforces its position as an industry leader, constantly pushing boundaries to deliver state-of-the-art solutions to its clients.