VanguardNode
On-Premise Optimization for Online Exam Proctoring
A leading Online Exam Proctoring Company faced high AWS costs, scalability challenges, and data security concerns due to its reliance on cloud-based live streaming and storage. Vanguardnode implemented a custom-built on-premise infrastructure, reducing operational expenses by 50%, enhancing security, and ensuring complete control over data and system performance.
The Challenge
High AWS Costs & Cloud Dependency
The company used AWS for live streaming and storing hours of video recordings per candidate during online exams. However, this approach created major obstacles:
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💰 Soaring AWS Bills – Continuous streaming and long-term storage led to excessive operational costs.
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📈 Scalability Challenges – Increasing exam volumes caused rising cloud expenses.
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🔒 Data Privacy & Compliance Risks – Dependence on third-party cloud providers raised security and regulatory concerns.
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🚀 Limited Infrastructure Control – The company relied on external vendors for system optimizations and cost adjustments.
To ensure long-term scalability and profitability, they needed a secure, efficient, and cost-effective alternative.
The Solution
On-Premise Video Hosting & Proctoring Backend
Vanguardnode designed and deployed a custom-built on-premise infrastructure to replace cloud-based live streaming and storage, reducing the company’s reliance on AWS and third-party cloud vendors.
Key Features of Our On-Premise Solution
✅ Optimized Live Streaming & Recording – Delivers low-latency video streaming for real-time exam monitoring.
✅ On-Premise Storage for Cost Reduction – Eliminates high cloud storage fees by managing recordings in local data centers.
✅ AI-Powered Video Compression & Processing – Reduces file sizes without affecting quality, optimizing storage.
✅ Custom Proctoring Dashboard – Enables real-time monitoring, automated alerts, and data-driven analytics.
✅ Scalable Infrastructure – Designed to handle high exam traffic while maintaining system stability and security.
The Impact
Reduced Costs & Greater Control
By transitioning from AWS to an on-premise infrastructure, the company achieved:
💰 50% Reduction in Operational Costs – Eliminating cloud storage dependency cut monthly expenses in half.
🔒 Complete Data Ownership & Compliance – On-premise hosting ensured greater security and regulatory compliance.
📈 Scalability Without Cloud Limitations – The system efficiently handled large exam volumes without incurring additional costs.
🚀 Faster Processing & Improved Performance – AI-driven video optimization reduced bandwidth usage and enhanced system efficiency.
Conclusion
A Sustainable & Scalable Proctoring Solution
By implementing on-premise video hosting and proctoring infrastructure, Vanguardnode helped the company reduce costs, improve security, and achieve greater scalability. The solution provided a long-term, cost-effective alternative to cloud dependency, ensuring smoother operations and sustainable business growth.
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