Case Study - iGA leads GoB migration to the cloud

Overview

The Bahrain Government (GoB), under the guidance of the Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA), embarked on a cloud-first strategy to revolutionize public service delivery. Recognizing the need to set an example, iGA initiated a cloud migration journey to optimize operations, enhance security, and pave the way for innovation.

The Challenge

The Bahrain Government's IT landscape presented opportunities for significant improvement through:

• Legacy System Modernization: Replacing outdated systems with cloud-native solutions to streamline operations and unlock data value.
• Enhanced Security Posture: Implementing robust security measures to protect sensitive government data and build trust.
• Operational Efficiency Gains: Automating processes and optimizing workflows to deliver services faster and with greater accuracy.
• Scalability and Agility: Creating a flexible IT infrastructure to support rapid growth and innovation.
• Cost Optimization: Leveraging cloud economics to reduce IT expenditures and maximize resource utilization.

By addressing these areas, iGA aimed to transform the government's IT capabilities and deliver exceptional public services.

The Solution | A Strategic Partnership for Digital Transformation

To accelerate its cloud journey, iGA forged a strategic alliance with AWS, leveraging Jeyad Advisory's technical expertise and delivery management capabilities. This collaborative approach enabled iGA to:

• Cloud Assessment and Strategy: Develop a tailored roadmap to optimize cloud investments and achieve desired outcomes.
• Infrastructure Modernization: Migrate workloads to a scalable and resilient cloud platform.
• Security Architecture: Implement a robust security framework to protect sensitive government data.
• Cost Optimization: Maximize resource utilization and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Workforce Enablement: Build in-house cloud expertise to sustain long-term success.

Through this strategic partnership, iGA successfully transformed its IT operations and positioned the Bahrain Government for future growth.

Outcomes

The successful collaboration between iGA, AWS, and Jeyad Advisory yielded significant benefits for the Bahrain Government:

• Enhanced Service Delivery: Accelerated service delivery through streamlined processes and improved system performance, resulting in increased citizen satisfaction.
• Cost Savings: Achieved substantial reductions in IT expenditures through optimized cloud resource utilization and elimination of redundant systems.
• Strengthened Security Posture: Implemented a robust security framework, reducing security incidents and achieving [compliance certifications].
• Increased Agility and Scalability: Enabled rapid deployment of new services and applications, with increased time-to-market.
• Talent Development: Cultivated a skilled cloud workforce, resulting in increased employee productivity and innovation.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Improved data accessibility and analysis capabilities, supporting evidence-based policymaking.
• Improved Business Continuity: Enhanced system resilience and disaster recovery capabilities, minimizing service disruptions.
• Positive Public Image: Demonstrated the government's commitment to digital transformation and improved public trust.

By harnessing the power of the cloud, iGA transformed the government's IT landscape and positioned Bahrain as a leader in digital governance.

What we delivered: