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Google Cloud is a game changer for African enterprises
The arrival of Google Cloud in South Africa is a game changer for African enterprises in the region . Previously , collaboration might have involved working with separate teams or utilising workarounds . Now , with Google Cloud physically present in South Africa , the Synthesis team has been able to evangelise Google Cloud to become much more efficient .
For example , we wanted to create a custom data analytics platform for a client . By working closely with Google Cloud ’ s on-the-ground experts , we have been able to leverage their knowledge of Google Cloud ’ s data and analytics suite and seamlessly integrate it with our own development expertise . This collaborative approach leads to a more robust and effective solution for African enterprises .
Synthesis already offers a full suite on Google Cloud . From Cloud Foundations and Landing Zone implementation , to deploying containerised applications on Cloud Run and Google Kubernetes Engine , all the way to providing Managed Services to ensure uptime and optimisation ,
Generative AI is a revolutionary technology that can create entirely new content , from text and images to code and even music . Synthesis is using various Google Cloud services to unlock this potential and deliver rapid value to our clients , including Vertex AI , AI Platform Notebooks , AutoML Vision , Google Cloud Agent Builder .
Louis-Philip Shahim , Google Cloud Practice Lead , Synthesis
Synthesis is harnessing Google Cloud ’ s Generative AI capabilities to deliver rapid value to our clients . This technology allows it to automate tasks , personalise experiences and unlock entirely new creative possibilities .
Enterprises have a lot to be excited about . Google Cloud can give them a significant competitive edge by providing cost-effective solutions and the power of AI and machine learning for data-driven decision making .
Traditionally , on-premises IT infrastructure can be expensive to maintain and scale . Google Cloud offers a pay-as-you-go pricing model , allowing enterprises to avoid upfront capital expenditure and only pay for the resources they use . This frees up valuable resources for clients to invest in core enterprise activities .
Google Cloud offers a wide range of AI and machine learning tools . These tools allow enterprises to analyse vast amounts of data and gain valuable insights that can inform strategic decision-making .
reassured that they receive all their well-deserved points . This all happens within minutes .
By hosting Confluent Kafka on Confluent Cloud , Vitality developers were freed up as Confluent ’ s SLA ensured constant uptime , reducing operational overhead .
Data in motion , enabled by Synthesis , has allowed Vitality to rapidly expand into new markets with new products , new services while being able to capture and proactively use billions of events from IoT devices on a daily basis .
The reliability and uptime delivered means that the application is always available to its members . Since using Confluent Kafka , there has been zero downtime .
With 11 billion events and an eye on further clients , most systems would start to slow down . However , with Kafka and its migration to Confluent Cloud , this is no longer a concern as the system scales with messages and members . This gives members stability and reliability . It also allows Vitality Global to quickly onboard its tenants , like Vitality UK .
Data sharing with markets is now possible and secure with the move to Confluent Cloud . Vitality Global not only gives members fast access to their points but they can understand what is happening with its members right now across the globe .
Through its long-term partnerships , real-time insights and unrelenting commitment , Vitality Global has put its mission for global health in motion . p
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