Scaling as per dictionary is defined as, 'the ease with which a system or component can be modified to fit the problem area', further implying : system can accommodate increased usage (include spikes), increased dataset and system is maintainable.

Hardware scaling can be either vertical or horizontal scaling depending on project requirements. Scaling a platform include finding the right component and ways to scale it. So, proper system understanding, working and benchmarking is very critical to scaling. Components can vary from database, load balancer, web server, application server etc. and ways can be both or either of vertical and horizontal scaling. Scaling is a critical operation, since a small mistake can clog the system and just bring it out rather scaling it out.

Where do Downcase consultants fit in this picture? We can help you scale your platform the way it should. Our knowledge added with our toolset, skills and experience can enrich your development team to scale your application in right and required way.