Cloud Computing Report

SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, COMPUTING & ENGINEERING
INDIVIDUAL CW REPORT
Student Name: Venkat Rohit Pitani

Student Number: 2539691
Module Leader: GAURAV MALIK
Module Code: CN7026
Term: 2023/24 Term 2
Title: Health-Pharmacy
CONTENTS
1. ABSTRACT..........................................................................................................................................3
2. INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................4
3. PROJECT PLAN...................................................................................................................................5
4. DATA CENTER CONSIDERATIONS......................................................................................................6
1. ABSTRACT
The health and pharmacy sector faces significant challenges in managing data effectively,
ensuring accessibility to patient records, and complying with regulatory requirements while
maintaining scalability and security. To address these challenges, this project proposes the
design and implementation of a cloud-based solution tailored to the specific needs of the
sector.
The project encompasses comprehensive analysis of the existing system, identification of

functional and non-functional requirements, and assessment of the feasibility of migrating
to a cloud-based infrastructure. A structured project plan outlines key phases including
analysis, design, implementation, with ideas of testing, deployment, monitoring and
optimization.
In the design phase, a cloud architecture is crafted to centralize data management, improve
accessibility to patient records, enhance collaboration among healthcare professionals, and
ensure compliance with official regulations. The implementation phase involves configuring
infrastructure, deploying applications, integrating with existing systems, and implementing
security measures.
Key considerations such as security, compliance, reliability, and performance are addressed
throughout the project. Robust security measures, including encryption, access control are
implemented to safeguard sensitive patient data. Compliance with regulations is ensured
through the establishment of data governance policies and procedures. High availability and
fault tolerance mechanisms are designed to maximize reliability, while performance
optimization techniques are employed to deliver responsive and efficient healthcare
services.
By leveraging cloud technologies, healthcare organizations can overcome the challenges

inherent in traditional data management systems and build a secure, scalable, and
compliant solution that meets the evolving needs of the health and pharmacy sector. This
project contributes to advancing healthcare delivery by harnessing the power of cloud
computing to improve patient care, enhance collaboration, and drive innovation in the
healthcare industry.
2. INTRODUCTION
Cloud computing stands at the forefront of technologies driving digital transformation
within the pharmaceutical industry. By leveraging cloud infrastructure, pharmaceutical
companies can usher in a new era of innovation, automate business processes, and realize
benefits such as enhanced efficiency, cost savings, and strengthened security protocols.
The scalability and agility of the cloud can help pharma companies of all sizes streamline
clinical research, enhance innovation, and reduce costs, while simultaneously making it
possible to grow effortlessly as business needs expand. According to industry experts, cloud
computing is the infrastructure that pharma organizations need to enable true digital
transformation. In a vast number of use cases—from discovery to development and clinical
research—different types and sources of data need to access each other in real time. In
discovery and clinical trials, pharma organizations are generating huge amounts of data that
have to be summarized and archived.
Pharma companies must access customer data for healthcare providers in order to look at
affiliation or prescribing history. Most of the time that data resides in other databases. But
with cloud computing, pharmaceutical professionals can access and leverage data in the
cloud, and they can use other cloud tools like AI and data analytics to derive next steps.
Another benefit is the power to scale up quickly. The beauty of a cloud-based system is that
it’s completely painless to scale up when you need more data. You can also scale back down
when you need less—for example, when a big project is over.
The traditional drug lifecycle of 10 or more years isn’t feasible anymore. Researchers are
constantly seeking ways to conduct mission-critical research and development work in
significantly shorter spans of time. Cloud computing enables the pharma community to
innovate rapidly, manage changes effortlessly, and deliver new medicines to market faster.
Cloud-based infrastructure offers secure storage for sizable and sensitive information. It also
supports data security, integrity, and compliance with regulatory entities. Cloud
environments are also secure when it comes to control over and access to data. Reputable
cloud service providers offer continuous security monitoring and incident response, and
they can quickly identify security issues and apply patches.
3. PROJECT PLAN
The project plan outlines the key activities, timelines, and resources required to successfully
complete the cloud-based solution for the health and pharmacy sector. It includes the
following phases:
Analysis Phase:
 Conduct stakeholder interviews to gather requirements from healthcare

professionals, IT staff, and other relevant stakeholders.
 Perform a thorough assessment of the existing system, including infrastructure,
applications, data storage, and security measures.
 Identify pain points and areas for improvement, considering factors such as data
silos, accessibility issues, security vulnerabilities, and scalability limitations.
 Evaluate the feasibility of migrating to a cloud-based solution, considering technical,
financial, and regulatory implications.
 Document findings in a comprehensive analysis report, including a SWOT analysis
and recommendations for moving forward.
Design Phase:
 Define the high-level architecture for the cloud-based solution, considering factors
such as scalability, security, compliance, and integration requirements.
 Identify and select appropriate cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) based on the
identified needs and constraints.
 Develop detailed design documents, including architectural diagrams, component
specifications, data flow diagrams, and deployment plans.
 Collaborate with stakeholders to validate the design and address any concerns or
feedback.
Implementation Phase:
 Set up the cloud infrastructure on the chosen platform (AWS, Azure, GCP),
configuring virtual machines, networking, storage, and security settings.
 Develop or migrate applications to the cloud environment, ensuring compatibility,
performance, and security.
 Integrate the cloud-based solution with existing systems and databases,
implementing data migration and synchronization processes as needed.
 Implement security and compliance measures, including encryption, access controls,
identity management, and audit trails
4. DATA CENTER CONSIDERATIONS

When designing and implementing a cloud-based solution for the health and pharmacy
sector, several data center considerations need to be taken into account to ensure the
security, reliability, and performance of the system:
 Security: Implement robust security measures to protect sensitive patient data from
unauthorized access, breaches, and cyber-attacks. This includes encryption, access
control, identity management, intrusion detection, and regular security audits.
 Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulations such as HIPAA, GDPR, and FDA
requirements for data privacy and security in the healthcare sector. This involves
implementing controls and processes to safeguard patient information and maintain
audit trails.
 Reliability: Design the architecture for high availability and fault tolerance to
minimize downtime and ensure uninterrupted access to critical healthcare services.
Use redundant infrastructure, data replication, and disaster recovery mechanisms to
mitigate risks of data loss or service disruption.
 Performance: Optimize the performance of the cloud-based solution to deliver
responsive and efficient healthcare services. This includes optimizing network
latency, storage performance, and application scalability to handle peak loads and
ensure smooth user experience.
 Data Governance: Establish data governance policies and procedures to govern the
collection, storage, processing, and sharing of healthcare data. Define data
ownership, retention, and disposal policies to ensure compliance and mitigate legal
and regulatory risks.
By addressing these data center considerations, healthcare organizations can build a secure,
reliable, and compliant cloud-based solution that meets the needs of the health and
pharmacy sector while ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of patient
information.

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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, COMPUTING & ENGINEERING

Student Name: Venkat Rohit Pitani

The project encompasses comprehensive analysis of the existing system, identification of

By leveraging cloud technologies, healthcare organizations can overcome the challenges

 Conduct stakeholder interviews to gather requirements from healthcare

4. DATA CENTER CONSIDERATIONS

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