Executive Summary

The Indonesian coal mining industry and it is continuously looking at new methodologies and technologies to cement its position as one of the lowest cost producers in Indonesia. In accordance with Indonesian regulations, a Disaster Recovery function is required. Seeing this need, Mastersystem Infotama, a major IT consultant and Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner, to provide solution for Disaster Recovery Strategy solutions on AWS.

Case Study

One of Indonesian coal mining industry, is committed to maintaining its position as one of the most cost-efficient coal producers in the region. Through continuous innovation and investment in cutting-edge technologies, we has set the industry standard for operational excellence. This case study delves into Enterprise Industry to robust approach to Disaster Recovery (DR) and business continuity for their critical systems, highlighting their strategic use of Amazon Web Services (AWS) solutions.

Business Challenge

To compliant with regulatory requirements and a commitment to safeguarding business processes, Enterprise Industry identified the need for Disaster Recovery planning, specifically for their mission-critical on-premises servers with recovery time objective 30 minute and Recovery Point Objective (RPO) under 24 Hours. The most important thing was the Windows-based on-prem File Sharing Server and Exchange Mail Server, with a massive capacity. These servers play a critical role in facilitating seamless data sharing and facilitating uninterrupted data communication within the organization. This planning initiative, characterized by its thoroughness and forward-thinking approach, to approach in mitigating potential disruptions. It exemplifies the organization's dedication to not only meeting regulatory requirements but also fortifying the integrity of core business operations, particularly in the data and mail communication in the face of disaster occurred.

Solution

Strategically implemented a robust solution on Amazon Web Services (AWS). A pivotal component of their strategy involved the adoption of Amazon FSx for Windows File Server Solution, a fully managed, native Microsoft Windows file system meticulously designed for scalability and high availability in Windows-based applications.

This comprehensive file server solution boasts robust support for SMB and Windows NTFS protocols, along with seamless integration with Active Directory (AD), ensuring a secure and efficient environment. To optimize data transfer, Mastersystem implemented a Hybrid Network solution utilizing AWS Site-to-Site VPN Connection, further enhancing their disaster recovery preparedness. With the integration of AWS Data Sync plays a pivotal role in simplifying, automating, and expediting data movement between on-premises storage systems and FSx for Windows File Server file systems, implemented a Database Availability Group (DAG) for Exchange on AWS. This strategic move ensures automatic and asynchronous replication of mailbox databases across on-prem server and Amazon EC2 Instances, guaranteeing a high level of availability and resilience for their Exchange Mail Server. use the Amazon SES SMTP endpoint to send all of outgoing email from Exchange Mail Server, To efficiently manage DNS requests from the internet, Enterprise Industry utilizes Amazon Route 53, a highly available and scalable Domain Name System (DNS) web service.

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Benefit and Result

Enterprise Industry Group's commitment to innovation extends beyond their core operations to encompass robust Disaster Recovery and business continuity planning. By leveraging AWS solutions, they achieve these goals with minimum 10 Minute of RTO and under 12 Hours for RPO with realize significant results and benefits. The implementation of AWS enables to establish a secure, scalable, and efficient IT infrastructure, which not only safeguards critical business operations but also delivers real-time data solutions within their Disaster Recovery Center on the AWS Cloud.

Through this strategic deployment of AWS technologies, not only fulfills its recovery objectives but also attains operational superiority, resilience, and agility in executing its business continuity strategy. Also has optimizes costs through AWS's managed services and scalable infrastructure. Enterprise Industry proactive approach to leveraging AWS has positioned them for sustained growth and operational excellence in today's dynamic business landscape