Category: Public Sector
AWS Secures Full Empanelment for Cloud Services with India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced that Amazon Internet Services Private Limited (AISPL), the Indian arm of the Amazon Group responsible for the marketing and resale of AWS Cloud services in India, has achieved full Cloud Service Provider (CSP) empanelment. They have successfully passed the STQC (Standardization Testing and Quality Certification) audit conducted by the Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) for cloud services provided from the AWS Asia Pacific (Mumbai) Region.
Reflections on the Hour of Code, Plus One Student’s Unexpected Coding Triumph
Written by the Amazon VGT2 Team
December 12, 2017
In Education, Nonprofit, Public Sector
With sharpened coding abilities and an introduction to the world of computer science, this year’s Hour of Code initiative was another triumph for Computer Science Education Week and Code.org. The event played a significant role in promoting opportunities for women and underrepresented minorities in technology fields.
Cal Poly’s Strategic Approach to Cloud Implementation
Written by the Amazon VGT2 Team
December 11, 2017
In Customer Solutions, Education, Higher Education, Public Sector
How does a leading technology university transition from traditional data centers to a robust cloud infrastructure? California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), renowned for its engineering programs, faced challenges with outdated technology that posed risks to data security.
#StandUp4HumanRights on International Human Rights Day
Written by the Amazon VGT2 Team
December 10, 2017
In Nonprofit, Public Sector
Addressing modern exploitation necessitates advanced tools. AWS collaborates with numerous national and international organizations dedicated to human rights. Various nonprofit groups depend on AWS technologies, including machine learning and voice recognition, to combat human rights violations while minimizing IT expenditures, allowing them to concentrate on essential missions. For further insights, check out this other blog post.
Las Vegas Students Explore IoT at re:Invent
Written by the Amazon VGT2 Team
December 8, 2017
In Education, Public Sector
Fifty-one students from the Las Vegas area participated in re:Invent to delve into cloud computing and explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education pathways, ultimately paving their way toward careers in cloud technology.
Key Insights from Cloud Leaders: The Importance of a Cloud Center of Excellence
Written by the Amazon VGT2 Team
December 7, 2017
In Public Sector
With public cloud expenditures surpassing $200 billion, the latest Cloud Management Report 2017 emphasizes the necessity for collaboration among business sectors to fully harness cloud capabilities. This evolution can drive extensive transformation, albeit with added complexity. For expert perspectives on the subject, visit this authoritative source.
Five Lessons from an Education Service Agency Transitioning Districts to AWS
Written by the Amazon VGT2 Team
December 5, 2017
In Education, Public Sector
Southwest MiTech, an IT support consortium in Michigan aligned with the Kalamazoo Regional Education Service Agency (KRESA), provides comprehensive technology services. Faced with budget constraints and stringent security demands, KRESA needed to enhance its infrastructure while ensuring a disaster recovery environment.
Kicking off Code.org’s Hour of Code: A Conversation with Student Tara Lopez
Written by the Amazon VGT2 Team
December 4, 2017
In Education, Public Sector
The Hour of Code initiative is now in full swing. This global movement introduces students to the importance of computer science during Computer Science Education Week, which runs from December 4-10. We had the opportunity to chat with Tara Lopez, a participant, about her experiences and how she’s empowering others to learn coding.
AWS Educate Expands Access to Students Aged 14 and Above
Written by the Amazon VGT2 Team
November 28, 2017
In Education, Public Sector
We are excited to announce that AWS Educate has been expanded to include students aged 14 and older worldwide*, granting high school students access to cloud resources and applications.
Empowering Small Businesses with AWS CloudStart to Enhance Commerce, Government, Education, and Nonprofit Organizations
Written by the Amazon VGT2 Team
November 28, 2017
In Education, Government, Nonprofit, Public Sector
Introducing AWS CloudStart, a new initiative designed to assist Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) by offering resources for education and training. This program aims to promote the cost-effective advantages of our cloud solutions for businesses serving government, education, and nonprofit sectors.
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