Summary
This case study documents Skechers USA, Inc.'s journey towards cloud modernization utilizing HCP Terraform and ServiceNow. The objective was to enhance their IT infrastructure by transitioning from in-house data centers to a more automated, self-service model. The cloud platform team faced challenges such as lengthy resource request processes and inconsistent deployment practices, which hindered their ability to meet business needs efficiently. By adopting HCP Terraform, Skechers streamlined its provisioning workflow, reducing the time from days or weeks to mere hours. This transition enabled a proactive security posture and improved compliance with security standards. The integration of automated workflows has led to enhanced customer experiences both in-store and online, allowing for quicker service and standardized processes. Furthermore, the case study outlines the company's commitment to exploring additional HashiCorp technologies to further advance their cloud initiatives, aiming for continuous improvement in automation and efficiency.
