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AWS re:Invent 2022 - Hybrid cloud storage and edge compute: AWS, where you need it (STG211)

Summary

Bassem Bashe, a Senior Technical Program Manager, introduces the session on AWS services for on-prem and edge environments.
AWS Storage Gateway is a hybrid cloud storage service that bridges on-prem applications with AWS Cloud Storage.
Four types of Storage Gateways are discussed: Amazon S3 File Gateway, Amazon FSx File Gateway, Tape Gateway, and Volume Gateway.
Storage Gateway features include standard protocols, local cache, optimized data transfers, and compliance certifications.
Customer success stories include Moderna, Kellogg's, Ryanair, and Exact Sciences.
Storage Gateway deployment options include virtual machines, EC2, and hardware appliances.
Nidha Baig, product lead for AWS Snow Family, discusses AWS Outposts and AWS Snow, extending AWS to edge locations.
AWS Outposts allows customers to deploy AWS services on-prem with the same API compatibility as in the cloud.
AWS Snow Family devices, including Snowcone and Snowball, are designed for rugged and mobile edge locations.
Customer use cases for Outposts and Snow include Nasdaq, telecommunications, space missions, and disaster response.
Matt Johansson from AWS Disaster Response Team discusses their role in supporting communities through disaster lifecycle with AWS technologies.
AWS Disaster Response Team's initiatives include Field Test Exercise Program, UAS mapping at the edge, volunteer safety, and object detection.

AWS is focused on providing a seamless hybrid cloud experience, allowing customers to use the same tools and services across cloud, on-prem, and edge environments.
The Storage Gateway service is designed to meet various customer needs, including compliance, low latency, and optimized data transfer, indicating AWS's commitment to customer-centric solutions.
AWS Outposts and Snow Family are critical components of AWS's strategy to bring cloud capabilities to edge locations, highlighting the importance of edge computing in AWS's portfolio.
Real-world customer stories, such as Moderna's rapid scaling for COVID-19 vaccine development and Nasdaq's performance improvements, demonstrate the tangible benefits of AWS hybrid cloud solutions.
AWS's disaster response initiatives show the company's dedication to social impact and innovation in challenging environments, leveraging AWS technologies for humanitarian efforts.
The session reflects AWS's broader strategy to enable organizations to operate in a wide range of environments, from traditional data centers to remote and disconnected locations, emphasizing the versatility and adaptability of AWS services.