Cloud Server Design & Deployment

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Leave all cloud server matters to us

Cloud server configuration patterns vary depending on the specifications and functions of the systems and applications that customers require

Beyond works with you to determine the optimal infrastructure configuration and provides a custom-made cloud server environment

Multi-cloud compatible support
Tailor-made infrastructure configurations
Assistance with setting up your cloud account

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◆ Beyond's Cloud Server Design & Deployment Technology ◆

Since its founding, Beyond has cultivated technical capabilities as a multi-cloud integrator and managed service provider (MSP), and we design and build systems using a variety of cloud server platforms, including AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure

We provide custom-made cloud server environments optimized for your business needs, based on your system and application requirements, using the technical capabilities and know-how we have cultivated through our track record in designing and building large-scale, high-load infrastructure environments.

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● We provide optimized cloud server configurations

Beyond is a multi-cloud integrator and managed service provider (MSP) that designs, builds, and operates various cloud servers, including AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure. We can provide optimized cloud server configurations based on the specifications and uses required by our customers

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● Specializing in cloud server infrastructure technology

Since its founding, Beyond has been involved in the design, deployment, and operation of large-scale, high-load infrastructure environments. Its strengths lie in the design, deployment, operation, and technical support of cloud servers used for web services and systems such as games, apps, e-commerce sites, media sites, and digital content.

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● Infrastructure design and deployment assuming future system operation

Cloud servers are not simply designed and built and then delivered to you. The real work begins once your system is up and running. We design and deploy cloud-native infrastructure using modern technologies such as container orchestration, serverless architecture, and CI/CD pipelines.

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● Configuration that makes full use of cutting-edge cloud-native technology

We design and deploy cloud-native infrastructure using modern technologies such as container orchestration, serverless architecture, and CI/CD pipelines.

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● A wide range of cloud server options

We offer a wide range of optional services to meet your needs, including server data migration from on-premises environments to the cloud, load testing with Apache JMeter, application vulnerability assessments, and malware protection.

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● Cloud service billing and payment in Japanese yen

Depending on your needs, we offer cloud resale and billing services in Japanese yen for services such as AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure. If your company policy does not allow you to accept credit card payments, purchasing cloud services from Beyond allows you to pay by monthly invoice

*For information on the various cloud server services that are compatible with Beyond's cloud server design & deployment, please see the [ Cloud Partner/Cloud Support List ]

~ Do you have any of these concerns or cases? Please contact us first! ~

  • Want to outsource the operation of large-scale web services
  • The system is unstable and I want to make it run more stably
  • Want to focus resources on service program development
  • I want to entrust the operation of vulnerability response and security enhancement to a company
  • There are too many servers to manage and in-house operation is limited
  • I want to migrate from on-premise to cloud, but I don't have enough knowledge
  • I don't know what kind of cloud server to choose
  • I would like to receive advice on automating cloud server operations
  • I hope for a timely response to issues that need to be resolved quickly
  • First of all, there is no one in the company in charge of cloud servers
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◆ Beyond's Cloud Server Design & Deployment Services ◆
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Cloud Server Design &amp; Deployment

Designing and building a cloud server environment is like building a house, and we believe that the design and deployment process is a very important element. No matter how excellent the functionality of the systems and applications running in a cloud server environment, if the underlying infrastructure is unstable, it will be difficult to achieve the full performance potential.

Beyond provides advice and support from a technical perspective, not only on the design and deployment process of OS/middleware, subnets, security policies, etc., but also on future system operations.

Furthermore, if you are migrating data from an existing system environment, we will thoroughly identify any issues or bottlenecks that may arise during the system migration, and minimize any problems that may arise after the system migration.

We also handle design and deployment using customers' own cloud server accounts (BYOL), as well as cloud server operation, maintenance, and monitoring (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)


[Standard] Items for initial design and deployment

・Create a cloud server account

・Cloud server configuration design

・Server machine setup

・Subnet/security policy settings

・OS/middleware installation settings

・Login user settings

・Virtual host settings

・Backup settings (internal backup)

・Server monitoring tool settings (Zabbix)

[+α added value] Beyond’s unique initial design and deployment items

★ Multi-cloud compatible cloud server selection and implementation

Beyond has partnerships with a variety of cloud providers, both domestic and international, allowing us to provide a custom-made cloud server environment optimized to meet our customers' needs, regardless of the cloud server platform

★ Technical advice and support during the hearing stage

From the initial consultation stage, we will assume the actual operation of the system and application, and provide advice and support based on technical elements and perspectives regarding any issues that may arise in the future, thereby enabling us to design and build a more optimal and reliable cloud server

★ Powerful optional partner services

Depending on your needs, we also offer a variety of options and partner services, such as 24/7 manned cloud server operation, maintenance, and monitoring, security enhancement using WAF, IPS/IDS, application vulnerability diagnosis, and server load testing

 

Please check the [ Frequently Asked Questions ] for information on Beyond's cloud server design & deployment services.

*Support for configuration and deployment of commercial OS/middleware such as Windows Server / Microsoft SQL Server / Oracle Database is provided on a best effort basis.

*Setup and deployment support for software applications such as WordPress is not covered.

◆ Beyond's Cloud Server Design & Deployment Process ◆

We estimate that it will take 10 to 15 business days from the time you request cloud server design & deployment until the work is completed. We will provide you with the optimal cloud server environment for running your systems and applications, in line with the infrastructure configuration determined in the cloud server design & deployment plan.

  1. Infrastructure requirements and specifications confirmation

    1. Check infrastructure requirements and specifications
    We will first discuss and confirm the requirements, specifications, and schedule of the cloud server that will serve as the platform for your system and applications, and then define the necessary infrastructure configuration
  3. Fill out the interview sheet

    2. Fill out the hearing sheet
    Based on the predefined requirements for the cloud server environment, fill in the information necessary for design and deployment, such as the number of server hosts, specifications, OS/middleware versions, etc.
  5. Server account creation

    3. Create a server account
    Create an account for a cloud service such as AWS, and assign a login policy and set access permissions for the cloud server
  7. Server design and construction

    4. Server design and deployment
    Based on the server configuration information provided in the interview sheet, we will proceed with setting up the server machine and instance, as well as configuring the subnet and security policy
  9. OS/middleware settings

    5. OS/middleware settings
    We install and configure the OS, middleware, and modules that correspond to the system and application specifications. We also tune the middleware as needed
  11. Server setting information and configuration diagram provided

    6. Server setting information and configuration diagram provided
    After the design and deployment of the cloud server is completed, we will provide you with a set of parameter sheets containing login information and a configuration diagram for the cloud server, and delivery will be complete.

*The above work content and process are examples. The design and deployment work content and process may vary depending on various conditions such as the cloud server specifications, functions, and configuration. Please contact us separately for details.

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Frequently asked questions about cloud server design & deployment

Can you design, build, and operate Kubernetes and Docker containers?

Yes, Beyond supports the design, construction, operation and maintenance of Kubernetes and Docker container environments

We have experience in designing, building, operating and maintaining the following container environments. Please contact us for details

◇ Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS) + AWS Fargate
◇ Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) + AWS Fargate
◇ Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
◇ Alibaba Cloud Container Service for Kubernetes (ACK)
◇ Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Container Engine for Kubernetes (OKE)

● AWS cloud integration
● Kubernetes (k8s) design, construction and operation

Does it support server deployment and operation using AlmaLinux?

Yes, we also support the construction, operation and maintenance of cloud servers using the AlmaLinux OS

Alma Linux is an open source Linux distribution developed as a fork of RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux), and is characterized by its compatibility with RHEL and CentOS

Please feel free to contact us for server data migration and replacement from CentOS

● Cloud server design and construction
● Cloud server operation, maintenance and monitoring (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● Cloud server operation and monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
Cloud server migration and migration
● AlmaLinux OS server design and construction service
● CentOS server migration solution
● North American cloud server construction, operation and maintenance

Can you design and build a CI/CD/DevOPS pipeline?

Yes, we also provide design, construction, and technical support for CI/CD and DevOPS pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, CircleCI, Ansible, and Terraform

● AWS cloud integration
● Kubernetes (k8s) design, construction and operation

Is it possible to design and build an on-premise server (physical server)?

We regret to inform you that Beyond does not design and build on-premise (physical servers) or provide on-site support. We only design and build infrastructure environments that allow for remote work, such as cloud, hosting, and VPS

Even in on-premise (physical server) infrastructure environments, we can provide server operation, maintenance and monitoring (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)

● Cloud server design and construction

Can you perform load testing on a cloud server?

Yes, at Beyond, we use Apache JMeter to create and run test plan scenario files (jmx files) either by the customer or at Beyond, and we will perform and support load tests that simulate the load of the production environment

◇ Load testing and support process

1. Defining the expected load and performance goals
2. Load test design (throughput goals, etc.)
3. Creating load test scenarios
4. Building the load test environment
5. Implementing the load test
6. Reviewing and investigating the load test
7. Creating documentation of the load test results

◇ If the goal is not reached, continue the following steps until the goal is reached

- Check for and correct any problems with the load test design
- Check for and correct any problems with the program implementation, server settings, or database design
- Retest

*This service requires a separate fee for load testing. Please see below for details

● Load testing service "Fukamill"

Please tell me the process for migrating server data

When migrating from your current server to the cloud, we will select the new cloud server to be introduced, thoroughly identify bottlenecks and risks during data migration, and determine the work process and schedule, including database and content data synchronization methods, system downtime, DNS switching work, and operation confirmation

Server data migration process (example)
Beyond Work 1. Interview and definition2
. Survey of current server environment *Connection information to current server is required3
. Adjustment of data migration schedule4
. Design and construction of new server environment to which data will be migrated (machine setup, OS/middleware installation, etc.)
5. First data migration from current server to new server (import of full data)
6. Service/system operation check (first time)
7. Second data migration from current server to new server (import of differential data) *Involves system downtime for maintenance8
. Service/system operation check (second time)
9. DNS server record switching/redirection *Or this can be done by the customer10
. Creation of a parameter sheet for the new server
Customer work 1. Adjusting the schedule for data migration
2. Applying for a new server
3. Program modifications and upgrades to current services and systems *Please take action as necessary
4. Creating a maintenance page *As this involves a system outage, please make preparations as necessary
5. Switching DNS server records and changing destinations *Or have Beyond do this
6. Checking the operation of the service and system
7. Removing and canceling the current server

*The above server transfer/migration process is an example. The server transfer method will vary depending on your system environment, so we will respond in a way that meets your needs.
*This service requires a separate fee for server data transfer. Please see below for details.

● Cloud server migration

Is on-site support (SES) available for system development work?

Unfortunately, we do not provide on-site system development services or SES (System Engineering Services) at customer sites. All system development is undertaken on a contract basis

Is there any security certification from an external auditor?

we have obtained certification for ISMS (ISO/IEC 27001:2013) in order to continue providing our customers with highly reliable and secure services

Is it possible to enter into a contract to use the service?

◇ For cloud server construction and operation/maintenance/monitoring services,
the contract will be based on the contents of " Server Support Terms of Use "

◇ In the case of contracted system development
, a separate development outsourcing contract will be concluded.

Is it possible to define system requirements for cloud server design & deployment?

Yes, we will listen to and advise you on the system specifications and security requirements of your services and applications, and define the prerequisites for your cloud server environment

However, please note that we do not hold frequent requirements definition meetings (participate in regular meetings) or create requirements definition documents

● cloud server design & deployment
● Cloud server operation, maintenance and monitoring (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● Cloud server operation and monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● Cloud server migration

Is it possible to have engineers on-site to handle in-house system construction and troubleshooting?

Unfortunately, Beyond does not build systems for on-premise environments within customers' companies or provide on-site support (working at customers' premises)

All cloud server environment construction, migration, operation, maintenance and monitoring will be handled remotely

How do I request a quote for a service?

Please feel free to contact us using the inquiry form

After confirming your inquiry, a representative will contact you within 1-2 business days (weekdays)

What is the lineup of cloud servers that you support?

We provide the optimal cloud server environment to meet your needs, regardless of the cloud server platform, such as AWS, Google Cloud (GCP), Microsoft Azure, Oracle Cloud (OCI), IDCF Cloud, etc. You can also entrust us with the construction and operation of multi-cloud configurations

For details on supported cloud servers, please see below

● Cloud Partner/Cloud Support List
● Cybersecurity Support List

What is the security system for cloud server operation, maintenance, and monitoring?

We provide cloud server operation, maintenance, and monitoring services based on the basic information security policy of ISMS (ISO/IEC 27001:2022 an international standard for third-party certification


Obtained ISMS (ISO/IEC 27001:2022) certification, an international standard for third-party certification of information security management systems.

◇ Operation, maintenance and monitoring bases
: Osaka, Shikoku and Canada

◇ Internal network environment for operation, maintenance and monitoring
Dedicated network line for operation, maintenance and monitoring work and connected via fixed IP address
Antivirus software installed on all employee PC terminals

◇ Operation, maintenance and monitoring work structure:
3 shifts (including nighttime hours, weekends and holidays)

◇ Response to OS/middleware vulnerabilities:
Collection and distribution of OS/middleware vulnerability information provided by JPCERT/CC

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Only authorized personnel are allowed to enter the office (entry and exit controlled by security card authentication)

● Cloud server operation, maintenance and monitoring (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● Cloud server operation monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)

How long does it take to apply for cloud server-related services and start using them?

◇ If you are taking over an already-built cloud server or an operating system environment
, operation, maintenance, and monitoring can be completed within 7 to 10 business days after ordering the service.

◇ When designing and building a new cloud server
: After ordering the service, we can build the new server environment within 10 to 15 business days, and then handle operation, maintenance, and monitoring.

* Regardless of the pattern, once the monitoring settings on the cloud server are complete, we will provide you with a parameter sheet (settings information) for the server environment

*The above delivery dates are estimates only. Schedules and delivery dates may vary depending on the system configuration and circumstances. Please contact us for details

● Cloud server design and construction
● Cloud server operation, maintenance and monitoring (24
hours a day, 365 days a year) ● Cloud server operation monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● AWS cloud integration
● AWS operation monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)

Can you help me migrate server data from an existing server?

Yes, we undertake the migration of server data from on-premise, physical server, or legacy system environments to cloud environments

In addition to migrating data to the new cloud environment, we also thoroughly check to ensure that the database data is updated without any issues and that there are no problems with the operation of services or content

*Please note that a separate fee will be charged for the server data migration process

● Cloud server migration

What are the services provided by Beyond suitable for?

This service is suitable for companies that operate web services such as games, apps, e-commerce sites, media sites, and digital content, where speed and flexibility are particularly important and are directly linked to sales, companies that want to focus on content development and management, and companies that do not have a server administrator

Furthermore, companies facing such challenges tend to outsource their work to MSPs (managed service providers) like Beyond, which specialize in building, operating, maintaining, and monitoring cloud servers

● Cloud server design and construction
● Cloud server operation, maintenance and monitoring (24 hours a day, 365
days a year) ● Cloud server operation and monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● AWS cloud integration
● AWS operation monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● Cloud server migration and migration
● North American cloud server construction, operation and maintenance

What are the differences between cloud servers and on-premise (physical) servers?

The following are some of the differences and comparisons between cloud servers and on-premise (physical) servers:

Cloud Server Features
Safety - The hardware infrastructure (servers/network) is built in as standard, so there is little service interruption due to hardware failure
Operational aspect - You can quickly build servers, add more servers, and upgrade their specifications regardless of the server location

- The server can be scaled out to accommodate high loads of access
Price - Most cloud services charge a per-data-transfer amount, so monthly costs fluctuate

- Overseas cloud services such as AWS, Google Cloud (GCP), Azure, and Oracle Cloud have service usage fees that fluctuate depending on the monthly exchange rate
merit - Resources can be added easily, as much as needed, when needed

- Even if the server configuration is minimal when the cloud is introduced, it is possible to upgrade or downgrade the specifications after the service starts
Disadvantages - Because the hardware infrastructure and configuration are black boxes, it is difficult to identify the cause of hardware-related failures and to evaluate performance

- Data transfer is charged as you go, so monthly service fees may increase
comprehensive evaluation - For web services and systems where the access load to the server changes suddenly, such as games, apps, e-commerce sites, media sites, and digital content, the cloud is suitable as it can quickly respond to adding resources and scaling out

- In terms of cloud reliability, most cloud services undergo annual audits by internationally accredited third-party auditing organizations to provide assurance about security, privacy, and compliance controls
On-premise (physical server) features
Safety - Since the data is stored in a physical environment, the location of the server is clear
Operational aspect - Machine resources such as servers, firewalls, and load balancers can be exclusively used by one company, making it easy to customize the system to suit your company's requirements
Price Although initial implementation costs are incurred, monthly costs are often fixed, making monthly cost management stable. However, there are indirect, invisible personnel costs involved, such as infrastructure maintenance man-hours, data center rack costs, electricity costs, and hardware manufacturer maintenance renewals
merit ・Since it is exclusive to one company, it is not affected by other users' systems.
・The performance of the machine and resources, such as CPU/memory, is clear.
Disadvantages ・There is a risk of server shutdown due to physical hardware failure.
・It is difficult to upgrade hardware resources.
・When initially introducing hardware, it takes time to size and estimate the system.
comprehensive evaluation - Because it allows you to make maximum use of server machine/hardware resources, when developing mission-critical systems that do not use the external Internet, physical servers can maintain stable, high performance rather than the cloud

- Some studies have shown that performance evaluations compared to cloud services have shown that performance results are more than three times faster

*Beyond can provide server operation, maintenance, and monitoring (24 hours a day, 365 days a year) even for on-premise (physical server) infrastructure environments

In addition, for the design and construction of on-premise (physical server) infrastructure environments and on-site support, we will work in collaboration with Beyond's infrastructure partners

● Cloud server design and construction
● Cloud server migration
● AWS cloud integration

Does it support the deployment and operation of large-scale infrastructure?

Yes, we specialize in the deployment, operation, maintenance, and monitoring of infrastructure environments used for large-scale web service systems.

We support the design, deployment, and 24/7 operation, maintenance, and monitoring of infrastructure environments involving dozens or hundreds of servers (hosts). Of course, if the minimum number of servers is required, we can accept orders from just one server.

● Cloud server design and construction
● Cloud server operation, maintenance and monitoring (24 hours a day, 365
days a year) ● Cloud server operation and monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● AWS cloud integration
● AWS operation monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● Cloud server migration and migration
● North American cloud server construction, operation and maintenance

Is there a limit to the number of times I can receive support for cloud server operation, maintenance, and monitoring?

There is no limit to the number of support requests for cloud server operation, maintenance, and monitoring. Also, there are no additional costs for exceeding the number of support requests

We provide support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year via email, phone and chat

● Cloud server operation, maintenance and monitoring (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● Cloud server operation monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)

Please tell us about the strengths, features, and areas of expertise of your service

Founded in 2007 as the server division of a mobile content provider, the company boasted "more than 8 billion page views per month." It has steadily grown step by step to this day, focusing on physical server hosting and housing services

Due to this historical background, Beyond's cloud server construction, operation and maintenance, and system development specializes in the design, construction, and migration of cloud servers for large-scale web services such as games, apps, e-commerce sites, media sites, and digital content, as well as 24/7 operation, maintenance, and monitoring

Based on our knowledge and technology in infrastructure construction and operation up to now, we support scaling and parameter tuning for large-scale infrastructure environments ranging from tens to hundreds of units

Furthermore, in order to respond to rapidly changing markets and needs, Beyond has formed partnerships with many cloud vendors, both domestic and overseas, which allows it to handle the construction and operation of a variety of cloud servers in a multi-cloud manner

● Cloud server design and construction
● Cloud server operation, maintenance and monitoring (24 hours a day, 365
days a year) ● Cloud server operation monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● AWS cloud integration
● AWS operation monitoring service (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
● Cloud server migration and transfer
● List of cloud partners and cloud support

What items do you handle in cloud server design & deployment?

After the infrastructure design has been defined, including the number of cloud server hosts, their specifications, the OS/middleware versions to be installed, subnets, and security policies, the cloud server construction work will be carried out based on the contents of the infrastructure design

Once the initial construction of the cloud server is complete, we will provide you with a set of login and configuration information for the cloud server

● Cloud server design and construction

Cloud server design and construction support items

Cloud/Server design and construction items Cloud server configuration design Server machine setup OS / middleware / module installation and configuration
Subnet/Security Policy Settings Login user account settings IP address permission settings
Virtual Host Configuration Backup Settings (Internal Backup) Monitoring tool settings (Zabbix)
Server parameter sheet creation Email/phone/chat support Cloud usage fee billing service (Japanese yen, invoice payment)
Server data migration *Optional - -

*Please contact us if you have any requests regarding cloud server design and construction other than those listed above.
*Does not include work related to purchasing and installing domains, DNS, or SSL certificates.

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