IndiGo completes cloud migration to advance its digital transformation

IndiGo, has completed a major cloud migration initiative, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing digital transformation. In less than 18 months, the airline has transitioned all its data centre-hosted workloads to a cloud environment, underscoring its commitment to leveraging modern technology to stay ahead in the fast-paced aviation industry.

This strategic move enhances IndiGo’s scalability, performance, and agility in customer service, representing a substantial leap in the company’s technological capabilities. The migration was meticulously planned and executed, involving extensive testing and careful management of key elements such as cost optimisation, cloud-neutral automation, FinOps, and the re-hosting of applications onto leading container platforms.

Neetan Chopra, IndiGo's Chief Digital and Information Officer, said, "IndiGo's cloud migration initiative has put us on the fast track of our digital transformation journey. We set ourselves a challenging timeline to fully transition to the cloud and close our data centres, and we’re proud to announce that we achieved this goal on time. This move not only enhances our agility and innovation but also strengthens our ability to deliver greater value to our customers through faster, more reliable, and scalable services, ensuring a superior experience in a rapidly evolving market."

By shifting to the cloud, IndiGo introduces numerous benefits for both customers and stakeholders, including improved operational efficiency and enhanced customer experiences. The airline is now well-positioned to continue its trajectory of innovation, utilising advanced cloud technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics to deliver cutting-edge solutions and adapt to emerging industry trends.