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Best AWS Consulting Companies

1,438 Companies-Rankings updated: August 23, 2026

DesignRush evaluates all IT services companies listed based on technical expertise, past projects, and verified client reviews. Some listings may be paid.

  • App Development and Managed Cloud Services

    App Development and Managed Cloud Services

    At Custom D, we specialize in developing advanced and bespoke software solutions. We take pride in our work and the transformative impact that custom software can bring to businesses. Our team of highly skilled and experienced developers are passionate about providing exceptional service to our clients, and...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Cloud Consulting
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Christchurch, New Zealand
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • AWS Managed Services Provider

    AWS Managed Services Provider

    o support data-driven decision making, we develop systems that capture data, transform it into actionable business insights, and perform predictive analytics...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • UI/UX Design
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Best-in-class WordPress Development

    Best-in-class WordPress Development

    Materiell is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) that offers advanced WordPress development, enterprise WordPress managed hosting, and support services to enterprise clients across the United States...

    Top Services:

    • Cloud Consulting
    • IT Services
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Arlington, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Transform Customers Into Fans

    Transform Customers Into Fans

    Niftic Agency is a creative powerhouse that transforms customers into devoted fans. We focus on human-centered strategies and specialize in brand strategy, branding, CRO and custom web and application development. Our goal is to create experiences that foster long-term loyalty and deliver exceptional results...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Managed IT. Cybersecurity. Compliance.

    Managed IT. Cybersecurity. Compliance.

    Intech Hawaii is the go-to expert for network design, cybersecurity and managed services. With a specialized focus on multi-site networks, we offer comprehensive solutions including disaster recovery, firewall security and voice and data-structured cabling, ensuring secure and efficient operations for...

    Top Services:

    • Managed Services
    • IT Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • IT Compliance Solution
    • Cloud Consulting
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    Location
    Honolulu, Hawaii
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Solving Complex Problems with Innovative Solutions

    Solving Complex Problems with Innovative Solutions

    Cloud Brigade is a strategic and custom business and technical services provider. With over 15 years of experience, we excel in building innovative projects and solving complex business problems through technology. Our unique expertise allows us to see beyond boundaries and deliver exceptional solutions. We...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • IoT
    • IT Services
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    Location
    Santa Cruz, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Making functional and user friendly software's for humans

    Making functional and user friendly software's for humans

    Mobirevo is a Leading custom software development agency focused on web, mobile app development & saas application development, Enterprise resource planning, and management software (ERP software development). We are a team of incredible Design & Agile software development experts in all major technology...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Wearables
    • Software Development
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    Location
    Port Harcourt, Nigeria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • AI-Powered Software Development Company

    AI-Powered Software Development Company

    SISGAIN is the leading company that deploys the application with latest tools & techniques for better enhancement of business...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Ruby on Rails and React developers in Sydney Australia

    Ruby on Rails and React developers in Sydney Australia

    We build intelligent, scalable software platforms & products. Build with us or we can advise on your existing technology or team.Sound interesting? Then come and talk to us. Let’s make something awesome together. ...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • IT Services
    • Software Development
    • IoT
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    Location
    Sydney, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Creators of web solutions and mobile apps for all

    Creators of web solutions and mobile apps for all

    Putti Apps is a development agency with an insane record of completing complex app builds on time and on budget. We’ve worked with some of the biggest brands locally and internationally...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Solving hard software problems

    Solving hard software problems

    Six Feet Up helps purpose-driven visionaries solve hard problems by crafting superior and lasting software solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • Software Testing
    • Mobile App Development
    • AI Development
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    Location
    Indianapolis, Indiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed
  • Let your business thrive!

    Let your business thrive!

    Kumo Partners is a forward-thinking consultancy firm that offers a diverse range of services tailored to guide businesses towards success in a rapidly evolving digital landscape...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Software Development
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • IT Services, Advisory, Managed Solutions.

    IT Services, Advisory, Managed Solutions.

    Embark on your digital transformation by partnering with a digital agency dedicated to guiding you towards achieving success. Whether you're an ambitious professional or a business, we offer comprehensive digital services that empower your enterprise or entrepreneurial aspirations...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • Cloud Consulting
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    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Best Custom AI Development Company

    Best Custom AI Development Company

    SoftmaxAI stands as one of the leading Artificial Intelligence Development Companies serving in India, US, and UK with solutions that optimize your business with AI solutions...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Cloud Consulting
    • Big Data Analytics
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Ahmedabad, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • End-to-end customized digital solutions.

    End-to-end customized digital solutions.

    At SayOne, we design and develop technological solutions to assist our clients optimize their business operations and increase income. We have over ten years of experience completing over 200 projects for clients globally...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Blockchain
    • AI Development
    • IoT
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    Location
    Kochi, India
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Seasoned Senior Developers Specialized In Kubernetes And Cloud Solutions

    Seasoned Senior Developers Specialized In Kubernetes And Cloud Solutions

    At Pelotech, we're a team of seasoned senior developers specialised in Kubernetes and cloud solutions. We partner with companies, from Fortune 500 giants to mid-sized businesses, to solve complex challenges in cloud migration, integrations, application development and modernisation initiatives...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Cloud Consulting
    • Mobile App Development
    • Managed Services
    • DevOps Consulting
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    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Consulting With Experts

    Consulting With Experts

    AWS Advanced Tier Partner helping enterprises migrate, secure, and govern multi-cloud environments powered by Archmate, our AI-native cloud governance platform...

    Top Services:

    • Cloud Consulting
    • Managed Services
    • DevOps Consulting
    Location
    Amman, Jordan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Experience the Transformative Power of the Cloud

    Experience the Transformative Power of the Cloud

    Mission Cloud Services, formed by the merger of Reliam, Stratalux, and G2 Tech Group in 2018, is an AWS Advanced Consulting Partner and Premier Tier Services Partner. Our AWS consultants are dedicated to helping clients use the cloud to innovate and grow their businesses...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Managed Services
    • IT Services
    • Big Data Analytics
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $225/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • The bridge from lab to assembly line for intelligent and connected devices

    The bridge from lab to assembly line for intelligent and connected devices

    MistyWest exists to create novel technologies that enable a healthier planet and bring prosperity to all humankind. We do this by helping companies who are bringing intelligent and connected devices to market which advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals meet and exceed their product development goals...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • IoT
    • AI Development
    • IT Services
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    Location
    Vancouver, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $240/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • We Make Your Cloud Possible

    We Make Your Cloud Possible

    CloudHesive is an AWS Premier Consulting partner. We are focused on cloud migration to AWS, Managed Services, Get AI and Agentic AI utilizing the most compatible LLMs, and Amazon Connect Implementations with our flagship ConnectPath CX platform...

    Top Services:

    • Managed Services
    • Cloud Consulting
    • IT Services
    • AI Development
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    Location
    Fort Lauderdale, Florida
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $245/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Creative & Technology for Exceptional Brands. With roots in the digital luxury space, King & Partners is a full-service agency providing strategy, creative, and technology services to exceptional brands across an array of categories. Founded in 2010, headquartered in New York City, our team helps our global...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • IT Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • People Connecting Technology

    People Connecting Technology

    Techmedics® helps businesses get the most out of their technology investments by offering comprehensive IT support plans flexible enough for any sized business, in any industry...

    Top Services:

    • Cloud Consulting
    • Cybersecurity
    • Managed Services
    • IT Services
    • Staff Augmentation
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    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • You're Point of Presence in nationwide and global market.

    You're Point of Presence in nationwide and global market.

    We here at Popup provide the finest solution for your businesses in Qatar including business management, business consultancy, IT Services, Event Management Services, Print Production Services & Food & beverage services...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Print Design
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Doha, Qatar
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Harnessing Technology to Grow your Business

    Harnessing Technology to Grow your Business

    Net Fusion Designs is a leading Toronto-managed IT services provider in Toronto. We are providing high-quality IT care services that enable your small or medium-sized firm...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Managed Services
    • Cloud Consulting
    • IT Compliance Solution
    • Cybersecurity
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    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Bridging Healthcare Systems with Seamless Integrations.

    Bridging Healthcare Systems with Seamless Integrations.

    Healthcare Integrations helps healthcare organizations and vendors solve interoperability challenges. We connect data systems to unlock insights, improve patient care, and support healthier communities through smarter, seamless health IT solutions...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • CRM Consulting
    • Staff Augmentation
    • Cybersecurity
    • IT Compliance Solution
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    Location
    Kansas City, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Secure Your Enterprise Future

    Secure Your Enterprise Future

    Intrix Cyber Security is a specialist Australian consultancy providing high-end offensive security and strategic advisory services. As an approved supplier on the BuyICT and Buy NSW government panels, we provide advanced penetration testing, Essential Eight maturity uplift, and 24/7 incident response. We...

    Top Services:

    • Cybersecurity
    • IT Compliance Solution
    • Software Testing
    • IT Services
    • Managed Services
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    Location
    Sydney, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Technically Building Better Lives

    Technically Building Better Lives

    Techware is an IT service provider based in Australia, focusing on managed IT support, strategic IT consulting, cybersecurity, and cloud-based solutions. With more than 25 years in the industry, they assist businesses in leveraging technology to drive growth and safeguard their digital infrastructure...

    Top Services:

    • Managed Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • Cloud Consulting
    • IT Services
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    Location
    Melbourne, Australia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Production AI you're not allowed to get wrong.

    Production AI you're not allowed to get wrong.

    iSimplifyMe is an AI Infrastructure & Orchestration firm. We architect and operate production AI on private AWS...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • Cloud Consulting
    • Web Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $299/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Nearshore technology simplified

    Nearshore technology simplified

    At Polytropic, we help you find the best nearshore software development partner in Latin America and kickstart a successful relationship. We have proven experience and a deep understanding of how to select and optimize collaboration in order to deliver software development projects in a nearshore model, from...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Software Testing
    • Big Data Analytics
    • Cloud Consulting
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    Location
    Medellin, Colombia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Leading engineering company dedicated to unlock the full potential of hybrid solutions.

    Leading engineering company dedicated to unlock the full potential of hybrid solutions.

    Network Administration & Cloud Computing, Automation services: Level up your business solutionsNumLock provides a high-quality outsourcing service in Cloud Computing, Networking, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Automation, etc...

    Top Services:

    • Cloud Consulting
    • IT Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • IT Compliance Solution
    • Managed Services
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    Location
    Yerevan, Armenia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Serious AI and distributed systems engineered for production.

    Serious AI and distributed systems engineered for production.

    CHARLEE X is a UK software team that ships custom AI agents, agentic workflows, and reliable backends for B2B products. We work serverless-first on AWS and lean on TypeScript with Effect-TS so failures, concurrency, and service boundaries stay explicit as complexity grows. Engagements centre on production...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    York, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Enterprise Cybersecurity for MSPs. Without the Complexity

    Enterprise Cybersecurity for MSPs. Without the Complexity

    AI Cyber Experts helps MSPs deliver enterprise-grade cybersecurity through a unified security platform, co-managed services, and AI automation. Simplify your security stack, reduce costs, and scale operations with fully white-label solutions...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • Managed Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
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    Location
    Durham, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $399/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Katpro Technologies provides solutions to customers and partners on Microsoft Azure, Artificial Inte

    Katpro Technologies provides solutions to customers and partners on Microsoft Azure, Artificial Inte

    We excel in delivering Microsoft Business Applications solutions and the Dynamics 365 workloads through unparalleled offerings of service, support, education, and add-ons. For over 10 years we’ve been bringing custom and platform-based solutions to large and midsized companies in Healthcare, Banking...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • IoT
    • IT Services
    • ECM Consulting
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    Location
    Bengaluru, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • AOE is a leading global technology service provider and consultancy, supporting large enterprises in their digital strategy and execution of digital transformation. Utilizing Open Source technology stacks exclusively, our agile and long-term partnerships with our clients result in innovative digital products...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • IT Services
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Wiesbaden, Germany
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1000/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Osiz Technologies develops AI, blockchain, Web3, gaming, mobile, and enterprise software solutions that help businesses accelerate digital transformation through scalable and innovative technology...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • eCommerce Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Madurai, India
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1000/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Value. Innovation. Experience.

    Value. Innovation. Experience.

    We provide technology-driven software and application development solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Software Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Jacksonville, Florida
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1000/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Trusted Technology Partner

    Your Trusted Technology Partner

    Veritis Group Inc is a global IT consulting and services company delivering digital, cloud, and data driven solutions. With expertise in AIOps, MLOps, DevOps, cloud computing, data management, and managed IT services, Veritis helps organizations modernize and improve efficiency...

    Top Services:

    • Managed Services
    • Mobile App Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Cloud Consulting
    • AI Development
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    Location
    Irving, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1000/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Shield your Business from Cyber threats.

    Shield your Business from Cyber threats.

    Founded in 2016, SSM Networks & Software has grown into a trusted security partner for businesses across India and internationally. Our expertise spans Cloud Security, Network Security, Endpoint Protection, Email Security, and AI-driven Threat Intelligence. With over 300 corporate clients...

    Top Services:

    • Cybersecurity
    • Cloud Consulting
    • IT Compliance Solution
    • DevOps Consulting
    • IT Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Pune, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1999/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed

AWS Consultant Hiring Guide

What is an AWS consultant?

An AWS consultant is a professional that has specialized expertise in various areas of cloud computing.

They are certified experts who can build, implement, migrate or manage cloud systems and applications on Amazon Web Services cloud platform.

These are architects, engineers and developers who have undergone extensive training with Amazon and have attained an AWS certification, being able to navigate the vast range of Amazon Web Services suite.

AWS consultants have a broad skill set in different cloud computing fields such as architecture, network design, DevOps, development and more.

They use their expertise within the ample spectrum of AWS services to provide guidance and support to enterprises in order to improve their cloud-related strategies.

AWS consultants have the capabilities to help businesses of all sizes migrate their databases to the AWS cloud and ensure the proper implementation of AWS infrastructures.

They can effectively implement AWS technologies and identify which package of products best suits your business needs.

Therefore, AWS consulting partners come with hands-on experience in designing, deploying and managing cloud architecture systems on AWS that your in-house team doesn’t have access to.

What types of AWS products can AWS consultants help you implement?

Amazon is a powerhouse when it comes to cloud services and cloud hosting, but implementing their products isn’t an easily managed task.

AWS consultants are highly-trained to provide effective implementation for the different types of AWS products the platform has to offer.

Amazon Web Services is a widely adopted and secure cloud platform, offering a broad set of cloud computing services and products that organizations or individuals can use through the AWS platform.

Amazon is the biggest cloud computing company in the world, followed by Microsoft (Azure), IBM and Google. AWS is a subsidiary of Amazon.com and its services bring in a sizable amount of the company’s earnings.

As the leading cloud service provider, AWS controls 33% of a $100 billion cloud market. However, according to Statista, AWS ranked second as the cloud provider of choice for organizations around the world in 2019.

Amazon Web Services provides a huge range of products to its customers. The suit of services and features constantly expands and greatly extends the typical infrastructure services like compute power, database storage or analytics.

Here are some of the product categories offered by AWS that consultants can help you implement:

  • Compute (elastic cloud compute)
  • Storage
  • Database
  • Migration
  • Networking & Content Delivery
  • Developer Tools
  • Management Tools
  • Media Services
  • Machine Learning
  • Security
  • Identity & Compliance
  • Mobile Services
  • AR & VR
  • Application Integration
  • Customer Engagement
  • Business Productivity
  • Desktop & App Streaming
  • Internet of Things
  • Gaming Development
  • AWS Cost Management
  • And More

Scalability is a key attribute of AWS and the company is quick to promote its ability to serve the needs of websites with large audiences, major data and security demands.

A few examples of companies using Amazon Web Services to power their business include:

  • Netflix - One of the earliest (and most demanding) users of AWS, Netflix eventually made the decision to go “all-in” on AWS and closed their last data centers in 2015.
  • Pinterest - The popular image bookmarking site uses AWS to handle huge amounts of daily traffic and data.
  • The Financial Times - This respected business news publisher uses Amazon Redshift for data warehousing.
  • IMDb - The popular database site for information about everything movie and TV-related uses Amazon Cloudfront as a content delivery network (CDN) to give users powerful, fast search experience.

How much do AWS consulting services cost?

The cost of AWS consulting services depends greatly on the specialists’ level of expertise.

In other words, the more certifications an Amazon Web Service consultant has, the higher the cost.

Amazon offers four role-based certifications in specific disciplines including: cloud practitioner, architect, developer, and operations.

Each role offers increasing levels of expertise, beginning with foundational, moving to associate and professional.

There are also a handful of specialty certifications that are add-ons to the role-based certifications. Specialty certifications include big data and advanced networking.

So, the hourly rates vary depending on the AWS consultants’ certifications and skills.

An entry-level AWS consultant charges between $35 and $50 per hour. Experienced consultants have an hourly rate between $125 and $200.

Proficient AWS consultants with specialized certifications can charge up to $250 per hour.

The costs listed are for US-based specialists. Naturally, the pricing structure varies according to the location.

In Europe, experts charge below $50 per hour or even less for their AWS consulting services.

An AWS consulting company can provide you with different consultants specialized in multiple areas of AWS to serve your particular cloud needs.

Therefore, companies in the USA take projects valued between $10,000 and $25,000, with the more high-end ones charging up to $50,000.

Why hire an AWS consulting partner?

AWS consulting partners are highly-skilled in providing guidance on the efficient methods for cloud migrations, deployments or optimization.

Here are the key reasons why you should hire AWS consultants for your business:

Reason #1: Revenue Growth

64% of enterprises and 68% of SMBs choose AWS for their cloud application needs. [Lenovo]

It gives businesses the opportunity to set up a system of best practices that help in data migration and workload efficiency and also reach out to larger audiences.

Working with an AWS consulting company can accelerate revenue growth and increase customer retention.

Reason #2: Data Migration

Amazon Web Services consultants build intricate systems and create pathways to ensure the data of your company is accurately and successfully moved to the cloud.

They assess applications and design reliable infrastructures that can handle the influx of data and continue to grow as your data does.

These cost-effective strategies can streamline your business operations and overall structure.

Moreover, it allows you to engage with customer data in a way that is highly impactful for the future of your business.

Reason #3: Strategic Planning

AWS consulting companies have access to various data analytics platforms and can design analytics applications in the cloud to garner insights for your company.

With this valuable data, they can create strategic and data-based plans to tackle your ever-growing business concerns.

They can develop reliable architecture and protocols to keep your data protected and handle any event that might hit your system.

AWS consultants do more than just build systems or transfer data and workloads. They think strategically and craft comprehensive plans for cloud products and business operations to put your business on the fast track to success.

Reason #4: Business Problem Solutions

AWS consulting companies have teams of certified experts with deep knowledge of cloud computing systems.

They can provide valuable insights into the business world and understand the impact an effective cloud storage system has on overall day-to-day business.

These experts can identify specific business problems and outline effective solutions to help your company thrive.

Being experienced in helping previous clients navigate their cloud challenges, AWS consultants can design a holistic plan to ensure you overcome any cloud obstacles.

How to choose the best Amazon web services consultant?

Considering the competition within the industry, it might be hard to choose the best AWS consultants for your company.

Consider these factors when looking to partner up with an AWS consulting company:

#1 Skill Set And Experience

According to their certifications, AWS consultants have different skills in various areas of cloud computing.

Depending on your needs and business goals, be sure to select a partner with the right type of expertise.

The best AWS consulting companies have years of experience and solid reputations serving for brands across all industries.

Be sure to ask them if they have worked with similar clients or if they have performed many migrations up to that point.

It’s key to choose an AWS consulting partner capable of executing cloud migration successfully.

Beyond experience, also try to get a sense of the company’s reputation.

What do people say about them online? What do the employees say on Glassdoor? Ask for references so you can speak directly to clients about their own experiences with the company.

#2 Technical Support

AWS consulting companies have the talent, tools and resources to provide maintenance, monitoring and testing to your cloud databases.

They must be able to offer constant technical support to ensure your data and workflow is running at their max potential.

The best Amazon Web Services consultants offer round the clock monitoring and support to identify and manage issues before they become catastrophes.

It’s important that you’re constantly checking these infrastructures. Thys, you need a team of dedicated professionals who are making it their number one priority to minimize downtime and take pressure off of you.

If you want to ensure that your business is carefully taken care of, you should look for a vendor that will assign a dedicated manager to your account.

They will act as your point person, available to answer questions and help provide solutions.

#3 Data Protection

According to Cisco, cloud data usage is rising, set to triple by 2021. And with it, a growing number of cloud security threats.

All online systems need an in-depth security system to prevent attack and data loss at every step of the way, from data storage to website backends and beyond.

You need to select an AWS consultant that uses the right tools to integrate security systems to constantly keep your data safe and protected.

#4 Team

AWS consulting firms have teams of dedicated professionals with AWS certifications which aligns them as industry leaders and experts.

With this certification comes a thorough, firsthand experience and access to innovative technologies and trends that can benefit your business.

Implementing many AWS products is a technical process that requires skilled experts, but the process won’t be fruitful if the team doesn’t work effectively.

Proper account management ensures that timelines are adhered to and goals and deliverables are met.

Be sure to choose an AWS consulting partner who understands what your needs are and will assign an account manager who can work closely with your team.

Moreover, don’t underestimate the importance of culture fit and the ability to build solid relationships with your provider.

What questions to ask AWS consultants?

Before choosing an AWS consulting company, make sure to figure out if they have the experience and expertise to handle your workflow.

Ask them these questions:

  1. What is your experience with AWS products and services, apart from the most popular ones?
  2. Have you worked with other clients in our industry?
  3. What are the biggest threats to our infrastructure?
  4. What are your AWS certifications and how long have you had them?
  5. How much do your services cost? Do we have to pay more for extra support?
  6. How have you helped brands and businesses grow in the past?
  7. How will you monitor, track and report on performance?
  8. What security measures will you integrate?
  9. How quickly can you prep a database for development?
  10. Where can we access out data?

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