AMBER LABS LIMITED
Cloud Advisory Service
The Cloud Advisory Service provides architecture and advisory services and capability to organisations looking to migrate from on-premise to cloud or from one cloud host to another. Experienced cloud architects can assess, advise and design approaches for cloud deployments based upon well Architected Frameworks and leading practices.
Features
- Alignment of customer cloud implementation with industry best practice.
- Identify areas of opportunity for improvement
- Establish the operational state of existing cloud implementations
- Establish information is protected and secure across the cloud implementation
- Establish whether workloads are performing intended functions
- Establish systems can recover from failure
- Establish performance of cloud systems
- Ensure there are no unnecessary costs within the cloud implementation
- Establish approaches that minimise environmental impacts of running cloud workloads
- Provide detailed plan to address areas of concern
Benefits
- Validation that cloud footprint is aligned with leading practice.
- Identify areas that require remediation to meet leading practice.
- Provide plan to address any identified remediation.
- Continual process to ensure leading practice.
- Addresses current and future direction for organisations
- Collaborative delivery to ensure knowledge transfer with the customer
Pricing
£376 to £1,696 a unit a day
- Education pricing available
Service documents
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Framework
G-Cloud 14
Service ID
6 1 1 4 8 4 5 5 0 1 6 4 2 7 5
Contact
AMBER LABS LIMITED
James Bennett
Telephone: 07852109808
Email: sales@amberlabs.io
Planning
- Planning service
- Yes
- How the planning service works
- Cloud Architecture Services can help plan cloud hosting or software services by ensuring that they are consistent with leading practices of cloud deployment. This will involve assessing workloads to take to the cloud and ensuring that the right services are used and deployed optimally to be secure, reliable, security, cost effective, performant and sustainable.
- Planning service works with specific services
- Yes
- Hosting or software services the planning service works with
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- Amazon Web Services
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud
Training
- Training service provided
- No
Setup and migration
- Setup or migration service available
- Yes
- How the setup or migration service works
-
Cloud Architecture Services use established leading practices adopted by cloud vendors that include the Amazon Web Services Well Architected Framework, Microsoft Azure's Well Architected Framework and Google's Cloud Architecture Framework. These frameworks use a number of pillars or categories consisting of principles, patterns and practices in deployments for cloud platforms. Assessments can be made against existing deployments that may require migration or remedial work and for greenfield initiatives that represent completely new cloud environments.
Experience cloud architecture consultants will assess and advise you on migration to the cloud, not only taking into account architectural leading practice, but also existing investments, pressing timescales, existing skills and capabilities and other factors that may arise.
Recommendations will be from initial assessments and communicated to you along with initial plans of work that would address any recommendations. - Setup or migration service is for specific cloud services
- Yes
- List of supported services
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- Amazon Web Services
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud
Quality assurance and performance testing
- Quality assurance and performance testing service
- Yes
- How the quality assurance and performance testing works
- The Cloud Architecture Service does provide a formal solution, all deliverables will be verified via internal Amber Labs architectural governance processes before being presented to the customer. In turn this presentation will provide a collaborative mechanism to validate and understand the key findings and recommendations of the service.
Security testing
- Security services
- Yes
- Security services type
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- Security strategy
- Security risk management
- Security design
Ongoing support
- Ongoing support service
- No
Service scope
- Service constraints
- The Cloud Architecture Service does not contain any constraints.
User support
- Email or online ticketing support
- No
- Phone support
- No
- Web chat support
- No
- Support levels
- We can provide a range of custom support levels ranging from short periods of dedicated support time per day up to 24*7 365 Days per year. Support Costs will be based on the Service Management Rates detailed in our rate card.
Resellers
- Supplier type
- Not a reseller
Staff security
- Staff security clearance
- Conforms to BS7858:2019
- Government security clearance
- Up to Developed Vetting (DV)
Standards and certifications
- ISO/IEC 27001 certification
- No
- ISO 28000:2007 certification
- No
- CSA STAR certification
- No
- PCI certification
- No
- Cyber essentials
- Yes
- Cyber essentials plus
- Yes
- Other security certifications
- No
Social Value
- Social Value
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Social Value
- Fighting climate change
- Covid-19 recovery
- Tackling economic inequality
- Equal opportunity
- Wellbeing
Fighting climate change
At Amber Labs, we are deeply committed to effective stewardship of the environment, aligning with our mission to fight climate change. Our predominantly remote and paperless way of working not only enhances efficiency but also significantly reduces our carbon footprint. By minimising the need for commuting and embracing digital solutions, we actively contribute to lowering greenhouse gas emissions, working towards our goal of achieving net zero emissions. Additionally, our company employees benefit from an electric vehicle scheme, further promoting sustainable transportation practices. Through our contracts, we harness our influence to instil environmental consciousness among staff, suppliers, customers, and communities, fostering a culture of protection and improvement to address the urgent challenges posed by climate change.Covid-19 recovery
At Amber Labs, we prioritise a predominantly remote work setup, unless specifically requested by our clients. This approach not only grants our team greater flexibility but also serves as a proactive measure to mitigate health risks, including those associated with Covid-19. This adaptability not only benefits our valued staff but also aligns with the evolving needs of our clients, many of whom have yet to fully transition back to pre-pandemic office setups.
We create employment through our apprenticeship program. This scheme empowers young people from all backgrounds across the country to build meaningful careers in technology, by providing skill-building and employment pathways. Through our program, we not only bridge the digital and geographic divide but also cultivate a diverse and skilled workforce that drives innovation and social progress.
In addition to our apprenticeship scheme, we're deeply committed to fostering employment opportunities through our graduate program. Geared towards technology graduates, this program is designed to pave the way for fulfilling careers in consulting, with a specialised focus on bolstering AI skills. We firmly believe that investing in such high-growth sectors equips individuals with the tools needed for remarkable success.
Furthermore, in recognition of the ongoing challenges posed by Covid-19 and other long-term health conditions, Amber Labs is dedicated to supporting affected employees through tailored accommodations. From flexible work hours to remote work options, and even adjustments in job responsibilities, we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment where every team member can thrive.Tackling economic inequality
At Amber Labs, we're committed to fostering economic inclusivity through our apprenticeship and graduate programs. Our apprenticeship scheme is designed to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds, providing skill-building opportunities and employment pathways in the technology sector. On the other hand, our graduate program specifically targets graduates in technology disciplines, equipping them with the expertise needed to thrive in high-growth industries like AI. In addition to these programs, Amber Labs initiates partnerships with inner-city schools to introduce students to technology careers, providing insights and connections with industry professionals and enhancing awareness of emerging technologies like AI from a young age.
Furthermore, Amber Labs proudly boasts a geographically diverse workforce drawn from all regions across the UK. By offering market-leading salaries, hybrid and flexible working arrangements, we demonstrate our commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their location or background.
In recognition of the economic challenges faced by many, such as the ongoing repercussions of Covid-19, Amber Labs is dedicated to providing support and accommodations. Whether through flexible work arrangements, remote work options, or tailored leave policies, we aim to ensure that individuals facing economic adversity have the opportunity to thrive in the workplace.
As an SME, we take pride in our continuous commitment to enhancing supply chain resilience and capacity.
Embracing innovation, including disruptive technologies like AI, we drive efficiencies and deliver higher quality goods and services, while also supporting the development of scalable and future-proofed methods within the supply chain. Cybersecurity is paramount, and we take proactive measures to identify and manage risks throughout the delivery process, including training for all our new consultants.Equal opportunity
At Amber Labs, we are dedicated to reducing the disability employment gap and fostering equal opportunities within our workforce. Through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we take proactive measures to increase the representation of disabled individuals in our contract workforce. Our interview processes are predominantly conducted remotely, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity from the outset. Additionally, we provide comprehensive support for disabled employees, including adaptations for remote working and accessible facilities, ensuring that they have the tools and resources needed to thrive in their roles.
Furthermore, we prioritise tackling workforce inequality through our performance management framework, which identifies areas for training and development for all employees. This framework ensures that individuals, including those from disadvantaged or minority groups, have access to opportunities for in-work progression and skills development relevant to our contracts. We use the information from this framework, and our knowledge on industry trends and client needs, to invest in continuous training for our consultants to ensure they remain up-to-date; this is funded internally to guarantee that our employees receive the necessary support to excel in their careers. Through these initiatives, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.Wellbeing
At Amber Labs, we prioritise the health and wellbeing of our workforce by taking proactive measures and fostering a supportive environment. We offer private medical insurance to all our employees once they have passed probation. Through initiatives like Perkbox, consultants have access to free mental health and physical health resources, along with discounts for gym memberships. Additionally, we advertise an HR inbox and provide a designated point of contact for those who wish to discuss mental health concerns, supplementing the line management chain for additional support and accessibility.
Pricing
- Price
- £376 to £1,696 a unit a day
- Discount for educational organisations
- Yes
Service documents
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