{"id":14126,"date":"2025-06-13T16:01:09","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T16:01:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/testgrid.io\/blog\/?p=14126"},"modified":"2025-06-13T16:03:30","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T16:03:30","slug":"top-bank-slashes-costs-with-hybrid-infra","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/testgrid.io\/blog\/top-bank-slashes-costs-with-hybrid-infra\/","title":{"rendered":"How a Top-Tier Bank Slashed Infra Costs by 60% with Hybrid Infrastructure"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Legacy infrastructure can feel like a ball and chain for even the most established organizations. For one top-tier bank, outdated on-premise systems were reducing efficiency, inflating costs, and limiting scalability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, by partnering with <a href=\"https:\/\/testgrid.io\">TestGrid<\/a> and adopting a hybrid infrastructure model, they turned things around, achieving a 60% reduction in infrastructure spend and unlocking Day-0 OS support. Here\u2019s how they did it and what you can learn from their journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Problem: Legacy Systems Holding Back Progress<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The bank relied on a legacy on-premise infrastructure provider that couldn\u2019t meet modern demands. They faced several critical challenges:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The lack of immediate operating system updates and Mobile Device Management (MDM) support left them vulnerable and unable to roll out new features quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Without virtual USB and <a href=\"https:\/\/testgrid.io\/blog\/biometric-authentication-testing\/\">biometric authentication capabilities<\/a>, the bank struggled to implement secure, user-friendly authentication methods.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their infrastructure provider locked them into a rigid system with no unified management, making it impossible to streamline operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The setup required constant offline device bloating and massive hardware, four devices per shelf, driving up costs and complexity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Solution: TestGrid\u2019s Hybrid Infrastructure<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The bank turned to TestGrid to modernize the infrastructure, which introduced a hybrid infra model that combined the best of on-premise and cloud capabilities and was customized to the bank\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what they implemented:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TestGrid brought in agentless architecture, enabling seamless integration of modern features like virtual USB and biometric testing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They reduced the hardware footprint to just 32 devices per shelf, significantly improving over the previous four-device setup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TestGrid delivered an impressive 99.9% uptime, ensuring reliability while centralizing control for better management across locations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This hybrid model gave the bank the flexibility to scale, the security to innovate, and the efficiency to cut costs without sacrificing performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Results: A Game-Changer for the Bank<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The impact of TestGrid\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/testgrid.io\/solutions\/bfsi-testing\">bank testing<\/a> solution was immediate and transformative:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The bank slashed their infrastructure costs by 60% by optimizing hardware usage and streamlining operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The bank gained the ability to roll out new operating systems and updates on launch day, keeping them ahead of the curve.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TestGrid\u2019s centralized control provides visibility across all locations, making it easier to scale operations as needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These results empowered the bank to innovate faster and deliver better customer services. Check out this quick guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/testgrid.io\/blog\/banking-application-testing\/\">banking application testing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What the Client Had to Say<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cTestGrid helped us reduce infrastructure costs while adding features we never thought possible with on-prem systems. We finally have the agility and visibility to scale without compromise.\u201d \u2014 VP of Infrastructure, Leading Top-Tier Bank<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Hybrid Infrastructure Matters for Your Business<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This case study shows the power of moving away from rigid, legacy systems. Whether you\u2019re in banking, healthcare, or any other industry, hybrid infrastructure can help you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stay agile with Day-0 support for new technologies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce costs by optimizing hardware and operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scale seamlessly with centralized control and visibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If your organization is struggling with outdated infrastructure, TestGrid\u2019s hybrid infra model might be the solution you need to break free and drive growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to learn more?<br><a href=\"https:\/\/public.testgrid.io\/signup?_gl=1*mi6qm7*_gcl_au*MTQ3OTU5NjMwNi4xNzQ2NjE4MDEx*_ga*MjAzMjYyOTI4Ny4xNzMwOTgwMzAy*_ga_HRCJGRKSHZ*czE3NDk2MzU4NDYkbzMyNCRnMSR0MTc0OTYzNjc0NyRqMzckbDAkaDM4NDU4NTg0MA..\">Start your free trial with TestGrid<\/a> and see it for yourself.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Legacy infrastructure can feel like a ball and chain for even the most established organizations. 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