Leighton Launches New AWS Practice To Support Companies With Digital Transformation Goals
A leading software development company in the North-East has launched a new AWS Practice aimed at assisting clients in achieving significant outcomes through AWS technologies. This initiative is led by Lee Gilmore, an AWS Hero and Principal Architect,…
A leading software development company in the North-East has launched a new AWS Practice aimed at assisting clients in achieving significant outcomes through AWS technologies. This initiative is led by Lee Gilmore, an AWS Hero and Principal Architect, and focuses on leveraging advanced technical expertise, agile delivery methods, and business-centric strategies.
The AWS Practice provides access to specialized teams proficient in various domains such as business analysis, engineering, architecture, DevOps, QA, and security, ensuring comprehensive project management. The practice supports digital transformation, including the modernization of legacy systems and scaling of existing digital capabilities.
Well-Architected Reviews to evaluate existing infrastructure Strategic project guidance A 12-week proof-of-concept program Complete end-to-end project delivery
The company has expanded its team to support the AWS Practice, including notable appointments such as AWS Principal Developers Jason Conway-Williams and Greg Farrow, Senior Cloud Engineer Ronnie Winter, and Senior Cloud Engineer Dan Mackenzie. Additional expertise is provided by Leighton CTO and AWS Community Builder Steve Morland and former AWS Solutions Architect Mark Sailes.
The practice supports digital transformation, including the modernization of legacy systems and scaling of existing digital capabilities.
Leighton emphasizes the development of cloud-native solutions that are scalable, secure, and designed to address specific business challenges. The team integrates modern engineering practices, including event storming, C4 modeling, agile methodologies, continuous delivery, and threat modeling, into all projects. The team holds over 50 AWS certifications and is actively involved in the AWS ecosystem through events like the AWS North Community Conference and Serverless North East.
Leighton has an extensive client portfolio, including British Airways, Atom Bank, Hays Travel, EQUANS, IAG Loyalty, and Greggs. The company specializes in end-to-end custom software delivery and enhances digital capabilities in partnership with its clients.
For further information, visit the Leighton website .
Based on reporting by techround.co.uk.
