DigitalOcean’s Cloudways launches Autonomous

DigitalOcean Holdings, a developer cloud tailored for startups and expanding digital enterprises, recently unveiled Autonomous, a new managed WordPress hosting service by Cloudways.

Autonomous aims to simplify the user experience and assist businesses dealing with inconsistent website traffic, thereby conserving time and resources.

Autonomous tackles a frequent challenge for growing businesses: maintaining website functionality during traffic spikes without overspending on hosting. Traditional methods involve predicting traffic and purchasing hosting accordingly, risking either inadequate resources during high traffic or excessive spending that affects profitability. Website reliability during traffic surges is crucial, as these often reflect changing customer priorities and can significantly influence customer loyalty and brand reputation. Website failures in peak times can escalate customer dissatisfaction, erode trust, and tarnish the brand.

Cloudways manages Autonomous, which dynamically adjusts resources based on traffic flow, increasing during busy periods and decreasing afterwards. This offers a consistent operational website during high traffic and a predictable pricing structure. Autonomous's automated scalability and high-level performance obviate the need for a bespoke dedicated website solution, eliminating server management, IT expertise requirements, or the risk of significant expenditure.

"We are incredibly excited to unveil Cloudways Autonomous, a revolutionary new platform designed to deliver unprecedented performance and availability for your WordPress websites,” said Suhaib Zaheer, SVP of Managed Hosting at DigitalOcean. “Cloudways Autonomous is engineered to effortlessly handle traffic spikes, guaranteeing that your website remains fast, reliable and responsive, no matter the demand. It is more than a service; it is peace of mind for businesses that rely on their online presence. We are proud to deliver the capability that our extensive customer base has asked us for, evidence that we listen to them, helping us set a new standard in web hosting performance and reliability."

“Autonomous has been a game-changer for our web development agency. It's not just a hosting solution; it's a strategic advantage,” said Weston Crewe, Founder of Local & Co and current user of Autonomous. “With Autonomous, we've confidently taken on high-traffic websites, delivering exceptional performance, scalability, and reliability to our clients. It's transformed the way we do business, enabling us to exceed our goals and earn client trust. Cloudways Autonomous isn't just an investment; it's an asset that propels us forward in the digital landscape."