Channel Insider: Partner POV

How Rafay Systems Simplifies Hybrid Cloud & AI on AWS


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Mohan explains how Rafay works alongside AWS, why native cloud tools fall short in complex environments, and how enterprises can move from months-long setup times to production in hours. The conversation also dives into real-world use cases across biotech, finance, and global enterprises, showcasing how Rafay enables self-service, standardization, and faster innovation at scale.

Whether you’re running AWS EKS, managing on-prem infrastructure, or preparing for AI-driven workloads, this interview breaks down what modern platform engineering looks like today.

⏱️ Topics & Time Codes

00:00 – Introduction to Partner POV & Rafay Systems 

00:57 – What Rafay does and the cloud environments it serves 

02:12 – Managing hybrid, multi-cloud, and air-gapped environments 

02:50 – Rafay vs. native cloud tools and competing platforms 

04:28 – Analyst recognition, enterprise adoption, and outcomes 

05:28 – Time to value: Rafay vs. DIY Kubernetes 

07:01 – Real-world customer story: biotech, compliance, and speed 

09:20 – Supporting AI, GPUs, and containerized workloads 

11:19 – GPU sharing, quotas, and global data science teams 

12:59 – Rafay’s long-standing strategic partnership with AWS 

15:44 – Why AWS EKS users add Rafay on top 

17:46 – Self-service platforms, governance, and developer productivity 

19:00 – Free trials and how to get started with Rafay 

20:14 – Closing remarks

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Channel Insider: Partner POVBy Channel Insider, Katie Bavoso, TechnologyAdvice