Freightlink, a premier freight ferry and tunnel ticketing agency, serves over 1,000 routes across more than 50 countries, supporting couriers, hauliers, manufacturers, and various other enterprises of diverse sizes.
With a partnership spanning over a decade, Evolve has been a trusted technology provider for Freightlink, offering ongoing support and solutions. Recently, Evolve undertook a comprehensive review of Freightlink’s existing IT infrastructure to address rapid business growth and evolving operational demands, particularly emphasizing scalability and remote work capabilities. Recognizing the importance of an adaptable IT environment, both companies collaborated closely to identify the most effective future-proof solution.
“Evolve determined that adopting a cloudbased infrastructure would best serve Freightlink’s future. The implementation involved deploying a Microsoft Azure server environment complemented by an M365 Intune setup.”
On-premises upgrade or cloud migration?
Leveraging their deep understanding of Freightlink’s operations, Evolve’s IT team proposed two primary options after detailed analysis. The first involved upgrading their existing on-site physical server infrastructure, aiming to improve capacity and performance. The second, more strategic choice, was to migrate to a cloud-based setup, offering enhanced flexibility and scalability.
Evolve’s goal was to recommend a solution aligned with Freightlink’s growth ambitions and operational needs.
After thorough consultation, Evolve determined that adopting a cloud-based infrastructure would best serve Freightlink’s future. The implementation involved deploying a Microsoft Azure server environment complemented by an M365 Intune setup. This transition delivered multiple advantages. Microsoft Azure provides advanced security features that safeguard Freightlink’s data and applications from potential threats, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of critical information. The cloud environment also allows for seamless scalability, enabling the company to quickly adjust resources in response to changing business demands without the need for extensive infrastructure modifications. Additionally, with Azure and M365 Intune, employees can securely access systems from various locations, supporting flexible working arrangements and improving overall productivity. Furthermore, migrating to the cloud reduces the need for on-site server maintenance, which decreases downtime and operational overhead, leading to more efficient and reliable IT operations.
Securing the future
Security remained at the core of Evolve’s approach, ensuring that Freightlink’s entire IT ecosystem was resilient and protected. Since completing the migration, the benefits have been tangible: a 33% reduction in monthly support tickets indicates improved system stability and user satisfaction.
This strategic move to a cloud-based infrastructure not only enhances Freightlink’s operational efficiency but also positions the company for scalable growth and remote working agility, essential for staying competitive in a dynamic logistics landscape. n
