Cloud adoption is no longer optional — it’s an inevitable step for any company that wants to stay competitive.
However, migrating critical applications or an ERP like SAP is not as simple as “moving servers.”
It’s about redesigning processes, ensuring operational continuity, and aligning cloud costs with business strategy.
That’s where an AWS Partner comes in: a company that belongs to the AWS Partner Network (APN) and has proven — through certifications and real-world success stories — that it can carry out these tasks securely and efficiently.
Some even participate in specialized programs such as the AWS Migration Acceleration Program (MAP).
In South America, this is even more relevant. With the upcoming AWS South America Region planned for 2026, new opportunities will emerge in latency, regulatory compliance, and local resilience. Partnering with AWS today means preparing to take advantage of those benefits tomorrow.
👉 To better understand cloud cost management, check out our article: Cost Control Guide for AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
AWS Partner Levels: Select, Advanced, and Premier
Not all AWS Partners offer the same value.The AWS Partner Network (APN) defines levels that distinguish the maturity and expertise of each partner:
- Select Partner: The entry level. The company has demonstrated basic competencies and completed a few initial projects.
- Advanced Partner: Achieved after meeting higher thresholds in certifications, customer success stories, and industry or technology specialization. This level guarantees robust teams and proven experience.
- Premier Partner: Reserved for top global players with hundreds of certifications and a very high volume of projects.
AWS also grants specific partner competencies, such as the SAP Migration Acceleration Program (MAP) — focused on migrating and managing SAP workloads on AWS.
👉 Novis is an Advanced Tier Services Partner with SAP Competency and a member of the AWS SAP MAP program.
In short: we don’t just know the cloud — AWS officially recognizes our ability to migrate and operate SAP, one of the most critical and complex workloads.
Learn more in our AWS Certifications.
Benefits of Working with an AWS Partner
Why choose a certified partner instead of going it alone? The difference lies in tangible business outcomes.
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Access to Exclusive AWS Programs: Programs like MAP can fund part of your migration project — reducing upfront costs and risk.
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Well-Architected Framework Review (WAFR):
A deep assessment of your cloud architecture based on AWS’s six pillars: security, reliability, efficiency, cost optimization, sustainability, and operational excellence. The goal: to identify and mitigate risks before they become issues.
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SLA-Based Operations for Critical Systems:
A certified AWS Partner doesn’t disappear after migration — it takes ownership of daily operations, monitoring, security, and continuity. Vital for industries where uptime is non-negotiable.
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Cost Optimization with FinOps:
Cloud efficiency isn’t about what you consume but how you consume it. Using FinOps practices, we align cloud spend with business goals and eliminate billing surprises.
👉 Want to go deeper? Read our Definitive FinOps Guide.
How to Choose the Right AWS Partner: A Practical Checklist
Selecting a cloud partner isn’t about the lowest quote — it’s about trust, expertise, and measurable results. Ask yourself:
- Does the company hold Advanced or Premier status in the APN?
- Does it have recognized competencies such as AWS SAP?
- Does it publish verifiable local or regional success stories?
- Does it integrate WAFR and FinOps into its services, or does it just “migrate and hand over”?
- Does it provide local 24/7 Spanish-language support with clear SLAs for critical systems?
👉 For a deeper look, check out our article: Cloud Services for Critical Applications: How to Choose the Right Partner.
AWS Partner for SAP: The Novis Case
Migrating SAP to the cloud is one of the most strategic — and challenging — decisions a company can make. Downtime, data loss, or budget overruns can have major consequences if not handled properly.
At Novis, we’ve guided enterprises through this journey using a methodology that covers the entire lifecycle: business case evaluation, migration under AWS MAP, managed operations (AMS), and ongoing optimization with FinOps.
Local success stories include:
- Universidad de Concepción: SAP on AWS modernized financial management, ensuring continuity during a major S/4HANA upgrade.
- Vecchiola: Digital transformation through AWS — migrating core SAP and other critical workloads.
Each case reflects a comprehensive approach: not just migration, but secure, efficient, and resilient operations after go-live.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the AWS Partner Network (APN)?
It’s the global ecosystem of certified AWS partners specialized in building, migrating, operating, and optimizing cloud workloads.
What is the AWS SAP Competency?
It’s a certification recognizing proven expertise in implementing and managing SAP workloads on AWS. Novis holds this competency — ensuring official validation and technical trust.
What’s the difference between a local and a global partner?
What’s the difference between a local and a global partner?
Global partners offer scale, but local partners like Novis combine AWS backing with cultural proximity, Spanish-language support, and regulatory knowledge in the Chilean and Latin American context.
How does an AWS Partner control cloud costs?
How does an AWS Partner control cloud costs?
Through FinOps practices — including rightsizing, reserved instance usage, budget policies, and consumption visibility. Learn more in our FinOps.
Conclusion: The Value of an AWS Partner in the Cloud Era
Adopting AWS isn’t just about moving technology — it’s about rethinking how your company operates, invests, and scales. An AWS Partner ensures you do it safely, efficiently, and with a long-term vision.
👉 At Novis, as an Advanced Tier Services Partner with SAP Competency and a member of AWS’s Migration Acceleration Program (MAP), we guide our clients end-to-end — from business case assessment to daily operations with SLA-backed services — integrating security, resilience, and FinOps best practices every step of the way.
Contact us today — we’ll help your company unlock the full benefits of the AWS platform.
Written by Gilda Valderrama, Editor – Novis Newsletter LinkedIn
