The Atomic Answer (Executive Summary): In 2026, the primary factor in choosing a Drupal host is Infrastructure Orchestration. Enterprises are moving away from “Opinionated PaaS” models like Pantheon and Acquia to avoid high markups and vendor lock-in. The strategic choice for 2026 is Hybrid Orchestration via platforms like DevPanel. This model allows you to deploy…
Introduction: The “Drupal on DigitalOcean” Paradox When teams decide to deploy Drupal on DigitalOcean, they are often driven by a desire for cost-efficiency and performance. DigitalOcean is famous for its developer-friendly Droplets starting at just $6/month and its robust managed databases. However, a paradox quickly emerges: the cheaper the infrastructure, the higher the operational labor…
Introduction: The Infrastructure Paradox For organizations deploying Drupal today, the challenge is rarely about code—it is about the infrastructure that supports it. DigitalOcean has democratized access to cloud computing, offering raw power like Droplets and Kubernetes at accessible price points. However, for Drupal teams, this accessibility creates a paradox: low infrastructure costs often mask high…
🎧 Listen, Watch, & Learn Before diving into the architecture breakdown, explore the deep-dive research and multimedia discussions behind this guide. Key Takeaways (TL;DR) Why Your Drupal on AWS Architecture is Probably Wrong Hosting Drupal on Amazon Web Services (AWS) is far more complex than deploying a simple static application. A proper, production-grade setup is…
The Ultimate Guide to Drupal on AWS Launching and maintaining Drupal on AWS offers maximum flexibility and scalability, but most approaches require a heavy operational and DevOps burden1. While AWS provides the “infrastructure bricks,” wiring them together—from initial setup through ongoing SDLC management—is often a manual, high-friction process. Why Architecture Choice Matters in 2025 In…
Overview A U.S. government news agency—delivering 1 to 2 billion monthly pageviews across dozens of Drupal sites—was facing ballooning hosting costs, operational roadblocks, and limited technical flexibility on its Acquia. With a mandate to modernize, reduce costs, and gain greater control, the agency turned to DevPanel to evaluate a migration to AWS. The result? Challenge…
When deadlines loom, complexity rises, and compliance can’t be compromised, even the most experienced teams can hit a wall. That’s exactly where BCT Partners found themselves during their work on the AHEAD HIV project for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS). BCT was no stranger to high-stakes federal contracts. But deploying a…
“DevPanel is like training wheels for AWS.” That’s how the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) describes their journey from vendor lock-in to total cloud freedom—without needing to learn the intricacies of cloud infrastructure. If your team has ever wanted to move to AWS but felt overwhelmed by the complexity, this case study is for you….