iLOQ

About iLOQ

iLOQ has revolutionized the access management industry with its technological solutions. The company’s patented cloud-based solutions allow multiple access management options to be used on the same platform without batteries or cables. iLOQ operates in over 55 countries and has more than 1,800 partners worldwide. In 2023, iLOQ’s revenue was €141.3 million, and the company employs over 320 people.

The Challenge

iLOQ’s international expansion required a major shift in their operations. To handle the growing number of users and data, they needed a global service with ample room for scalability in the future. Quality, reliability, accessibility, security, and privacy were top priorities, as iLOQ is known for its locking and access management systems.

Traditional data center solutions were no longer viable. After comparing cloud services, iLOQ chose AWS for its flexible and scalable platform. However, this cloud migration was a significant strategic decision, and its success was deemed critical.

Our Solution

Cloud2’s expertise met iLOQ’s expectations. As a partner, Cloud2 helped them navigate the AWS ecosystem and ensured the technical solutions were both effective and secure.

A system initially built on data center resources now runs on AWS. The flexible and functional solution was built from several components:

• AWS Migration Acceleration Program (MAP): Structured approach to cloud migration
• Landing Zone: Built according to AWS best practices and Security Reference Architecture
• Architecture Overhaul: Moving from monolithic structure toward microservices architecture
• Database Migration: iLOQ’s Microsoft SQL database was replaced with PostgreSQL and migrated to the AWS RDS service

Results

Service development is now more flexible and scalable. The benefits are visible in both technical and business aspects. Service quality has improved, and the organization has been able to focus on its core competencies.

Cloud2’s AWS Well-Architected Review (WARF) assessments have been crucial in ensuring quality. Proactive monitoring allows problems to be detected and fixed before service issues reach the customer.

“With improved monitoring, issues can be addressed before they affect customers.”

Timo Ainali, CTO, iLOQ

Cloud migration has significantly improved system reliability compared to the data center era. Thanks to cloud infrastructure, new locations have been quickly deployed. API Gateway, HSM, and other ready-made AWS services speed up development and technology choices.