As the 4th largest general contractor in Massachusetts, Commodore Builders depends heavily on a seamless digital infrastructure to keep complex construction projects on schedule. But their on-premises data center was creating several critical challenges:
Software maintenance bottlenecks: Sage 300 was installed locally on individual desktops, making updates time-consuming.
Business continuity risks: Minor local power or network disruptions threatened operations.
Disaster recovery limitations: Scheduled backups meant potential data loss during outages.
Scalability constraints: Planning for growth required hardware investments that were difficult to right-size, risking overspending or underinvestment.
Amanda Finnerty, Director of Technology and Process Improvement, sought a strategic IT partner to modernize their infrastructure, eliminate those issues, and enable growth.
Commodore partnered with Network Coverage, an official AWS partner with deep expertise in both cloud infrastructure and the critical apps Commodore relied on—especially Sage 300.
Network Coverage recommended migrating Commodore’s apps from their on-premises servers to Amazon Web Services (AWS). To ensure internal buy-in, they:
Delivered a detailed cost comparison between continuing with local servers and migrating to the cloud.
Outlined tangible cost savings and risk reductions associated with AWS adoption.
Assigned a dedicated project manager and created step-by-step transition guidance to minimize disruption.
Throughout the process, Network Coverage acted not only as a service provider, but also as a strategic advisor and educator.
The successful migration to AWS delivered immediate and long-term benefits:
Improved reliability and access: Core apps like Sage 300, SQL, and Active Directory are now cloud-enabled and accessible from anywhere with internet.
Stronger business continuity: Continuous backups eliminate the risk of data loss. Work can continue even during local power outages.
Enhanced disaster recovery: Cloud-based infrastructure allows fast recovery with minimal downtime.
Scalable growth: Commodore can now adjust storage as needed, reducing financial waste.
Reduced cybersecurity insurance costs: AWS compliance requirements led to a secure VPN and MFA setup, which lowered insurance premiums.
“We’re more comfortable than ever that our data is backed up, our ability to work isn’t location-dependent, and we can grow without overspending. That’s all because of Network Coverage.”
— Amanda Finnerty, Director of Technology and Process Improvement, Commodore Builders