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How Krystal's expert AWS support helps ensure safe, successful film shoots and outdoor events.

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The connection we have with Krystal is second to none...and that's something I don't think we'd get anywhere else.

Karen EverettCEO, Apply4

The client and the challenge

Apply4) helps hundreds of thousands worldwide organise film shoots and outdoor events every year. To keep pace with growth and streamline complex planning, it needed a robust migration to AWS. With 8,000+ annual permits in London alone, its system required 24/7 access, scalability and compliance.

Apply4 turned to Krystal for AWS migration, knowing it needed precision to handle global compliance, data sovereignty and uptime requirements.

How we helped

AWS infrastructure management

Krystal provided critical AWS expertise, guiding Apply4 through the migration process and implementing solutions tailored for flexibility, scalability and security.

“We needed global infrastructure, and Krystal’s expertise helped us navigate AWS’s complexities.” - Hugh Sharma, Operations Manager, Apply4

Data privacy and compliance

Krystal ensured Apply4 met global data privacy laws, like GDPR and the US Cloud Act, by implementing AWS tools that control data location and encryption, addressing concerns about data transfers and sovereignty.

Krystal has enabled us to manage data privacy across multiple regions, a crucial factor in our line of work.” - Hugh Sharma

The partnership

Krystal’s seamless integration with Apply4’s in-house team set them apart, supporting both the technical and strategic aspects of AWS management.

The connection we have with Krystal feels like an extension of our team.” - Karen Everett, CEO, Apply4

Key outcomes

Krystal’s AWS support covers:

  • Tailored Configurations: Optimised for performance, cost and security
  • Global Compliance: Meets data localisation needs with minimal latency
  • Cost Efficiency: Autoscaling and storage optimisation strategies
  • Scalability: Fast deployment in new regions and the ability to meet market demands
  • 24/7 Support: Proactive monitoring, maintenance, and minimised downtime

“With Krystal, we can focus on growth, confident in our systems and support.” - Karen Everett

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What was used?

  • Managed AWS

What did we see?

  • Expert infrastructure management
  • 100% localised data
  • Comprehensive data compliance
  • Cost optimisation
  • International growth
  • 24/7 app availability
  • Personal and effective support
  • Lowered digital emissions

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