Video: How Rafay Systems Simplifies Hybrid Cloud & AI on AWS

In this Partner POV episode, sponsored by Rafay Systems, host Katie Bavoso sits down with Mohan Atreya, Chief Product Officer at Rafay Systems, to explore how platform teams can simplify hybrid and multi-cloud environments, accelerate Kubernetes operations, and support AI and GPU-intensive workloads—all while maintaining governance and cost efficiency.

Mohan explains how Rafay works alongside AWS, why native cloud tools fall short in complex environments, and how enterprises can move from months-long setup times to production in hours. The conversation also dives into real-world use cases across biotech, finance, and global enterprises, showcasing how Rafay enables self-service, standardization, and faster innovation at scale.

Whether you’re running AWS EKS, managing on-prem infrastructure, or preparing for AI-driven workloads, this interview breaks down what modern platform engineering looks like today.

⏱️ Topics & Time Codes

00:00 – Introduction to Partner POV & Rafay Systems 

00:57 – What Rafay does and the cloud environments it serves 

02:12 – Managing hybrid, multi-cloud, and air-gapped environments 

02:50 – Rafay vs. native cloud tools and competing platforms 

04:28 – Analyst recognition, enterprise adoption, and outcomes 

05:28 – Time to value: Rafay vs. DIY Kubernetes 

07:01 – Real-world customer story: biotech, compliance, and speed 

09:20 – Supporting AI, GPUs, and containerized workloads 

11:19 – GPU sharing, quotas, and global data science teams 

12:59 – Rafay’s long-standing strategic partnership with AWS 

15:44 – Why AWS EKS users add Rafay on top 

17:46 – Self-service platforms, governance, and developer productivity 

19:00 – Free trials and how to get started with Rafay 

20:14 – Closing remarks