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Build scalable, resilient applications with cloud-native architecture and microservices design
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Modern Architectures for Agile, Scalable Applications

To stay competitive, organizations need software that scales with demand and supports rapid innovation. Improving delivers cloud-native applications that are scalable, resilient, and built for change. We use microservices, serverless, and containerized architectures to enable rapid deployment and continuous improvement. Our approach combines scalable system design with agile delivery, backed by real-world success.

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CLOUD-NATIVE CHALLENGES

Overcoming Legacy Constraints in a Cloud-First World

Legacy applications often limit innovation due to their inflexible architectures and high maintenance costs. Many organizations struggle with scalability, slow release cycles, and the inability to adopt modern DevOps practices. Moving to cloud-native and microservices-based architectures unlocks greater agility, resilience, and responsiveness to market demands.

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Monolithic Architecture Bottlenecks

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Inconsistent Scalability Under Load

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Slow, Manual Release Cycles

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High Infrastructure Maintenance Costs

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Difficulty Adopting DevOps Automation

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WHAT WE DO

What We Deliver with Cloud-Native Architecture

Our cloud-native development services are built to help organizations rapidly scale, iterate, and evolve with confidence. We apply proven patterns like microservices, API-first design, and DevOps automation to build highly responsive and resilient systems. Whether you’re starting fresh or modernizing existing applications, we bring the technical depth to make it successful across Azure, AWS, and GCP.

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Scalable Cloud Architecture

Design and implement auto-scaling, cost-optimized cloud solutions using serverless and managed services.

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Microservices & API-First Design

Transform monolithic systems with loosely coupled services and domain-driven design for agility and faster delivery.

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DevOps Automation

Integrate CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to support enterprise-grade continuous delivery with enhanced reliability.

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Multi-Cloud & Container Orchestration

Deploy across AWS, Azure, and GCP using Kubernetes for portability, performance, and efficiency.

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Cloud-Native Security & Observability

Embed security, monitoring, and observability across your cloud-native stack using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and managed cloud services.

OUR APPROACH

Our Cloud-Native Delivery Framework

Our delivery approach blends modern architecture with agile methods to accelerate outcomes. We follow a proven framework that ensures scalable design, rapid iteration, and smooth deployment across cloud environments. From planning to production, we align architecture, development, and DevOps to deliver resilient and adaptable applications.

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We start by assessing your current architecture and identifying modernization opportunities. This phase includes cloud-readiness evaluation, business goals alignment, and initial tech stack recommendations.

Our team defines a scalable, resilient architecture using microservices, containers, and managed services. We tailor cloud-native design principles to fit your organization’s needs and future growth.

Cross-functional teams implement features iteratively using DevOps pipelines, infrastructure as code, and continuous integration. This enables faster time-to-market with fewer defects.

Validate the architecture and services in a controlled environment using pilots, proofs of concept, or staging deployments. We gather stakeholder feedback, monitor performance, and ensure that microservices interact as expected before full rollout.

Launch into production with confidence using CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes orchestration, and infrastructure-as-code. We ensure secure, scalable deployment with monitoring, rollback capabilities, and automation baked into every layer.

CASE STUDIES

Proven Impact with Cloud-Native Solutions

We’ve helped enterprise clients modernize and scale their digital platforms using cloud-native architectures. From global eCommerce systems to high-traffic service platforms, our solutions have improved performance, reduced downtime, and accelerated feature delivery. These case studies demonstrate how our cloud-first approach drives measurable business outcomes.

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A Better Cloud Platform with Kubernetes

SPS Commerce partnered with Improving to implement Kubernetes, streamline their deployment process, and train internal teams on DevOps best practices. The new platform enhanced flexibility, reduced cycle times, and enabled secure, scalable application delivery across cloud environments.

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Kubernetes

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DekaFlow Modernization Project

Improving helped Berkshire Hathaway Energy modernize a legacy Java Swing app into a cloud-native, microservices-based system using React, Kafka, and Azure, boosting deployment speed, scalability, and resilience while eliminating Oracle dependencies.

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Java

Apache Kafka

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Ready to Modernize with Cloud-Native?

Connect with our team to accelerate your cloud transformation with scalable, resilient architecture built for change.

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WHY IMPROVING

Why Enterprises Choose Improving for Cloud-Native Development

Our expertise goes beyond building cloud-native systems. We engineer solutions that are secure, scalable, and future-proof. With deep experience in Kubernetes, DevOps, and distributed systems, we help clients modernize with confidence. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refactoring legacy systems, we bring a pragmatic, value-driven approach.

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  • Proven success designing production-grade microservices at scale

  • CI/CD automation expertise using Terraform, GitHub Actions, and Azure DevOps

  • Advanced certifications with Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud

  • Focus on resilience, observability, and platform reliability

  • Flexible engagement models aligned to your cloud maturity

OUR PARTNERS

Cloud-Native Expertise Backed by Tier-1 Partnerships

Our cloud-native capabilities are built on deep partnerships with the world’s leading cloud platforms. As a certified partner of Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud, we design solutions that align with each provider’s well-architected frameworks to ensure performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency. These relationships grant us access to exclusive tools, support, and programs that accelerate client outcomes.

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Microsoft

As a Microsoft Solutions Partner with an advanced specialization in Azure modernization, we deliver resilient apps aligned to the Azure Well-Architected Framework.

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AWS

Our AWS-certified teams leverage services like Lambda, ECS, and CodePipeline to deploy scalable, serverless solutions optimized through the AWS Well-Architected Framework.

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Google Cloud

With GCP expertise in Kubernetes Engine, Cloud Run, and Vertex AI integrations, we help clients build performant cloud-native systems that scale across regions with minimal overhead.

TECHNOLOGY STACK

Trusted Technologies for Modern, Cloud-Native Development

We use proven tools and cloud-native platforms to deliver secure, scalable software that evolves with your business. From container orchestration to CI/CD automation, our technology choices reflect best practices across all major cloud providers. Whether your environment is AWS, Azure, or GCP, we apply the right tools to maximize performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency.

Cloud Platforms

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

AWS EC2

AWS Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS)

AWS Lambda

Azure App Service

Azure Functions

Azure Kubernetes Service

Microsoft Azure

GCP Kubernetes Engine

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Google Cloud Run

Google Compute Engine

RELATED SERVICES

Explore Our Connected Cloud Capabilities

Cloud-native development is just one part of the modernization journey. We offer a full suite of services that complement microservices and container-based solutions — from DevOps automation to legacy system replatforming. Explore these related offerings to build a more scalable, agile, and resilient digital ecosystem.

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Legacy Application Modernization

Assess, re-architect, and migrate outdated systems to modern, cloud-enabled platforms with minimal disruption.

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DevOps & Platform Engineering

Automate delivery pipelines and empower teams with internal developer platforms, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code.

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Enterprise Integration & APIs

Enable seamless data exchange across systems through secure APIs, middleware, and event-driven integration strategies.

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

Insights on Cloud-Native Trends & Best Practices

Stay ahead of the curve with thought leadership from our cloud-native experts. From microservices architecture to Kubernetes orchestration, our blogs and webinars explore emerging technologies and real-world implementation tips. Whether you're a developer, architect, or decision-maker, you'll find actionable insights to support your modernization efforts.

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CONTACT US

Let’s Build What’s Next—Together

Whether you're planning a new cloud-native initiative or modernizing legacy systems, our team is here to help. Reach out to schedule a discovery session and explore how we can accelerate your development goals.

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