Case Study: Minnesota Lottery achieves reliable high-traffic uptime and streamlined code entry with Clockwork

Minnesota Lottery achieves 99.93% server uptime with Clockwork

Clockwork partnered with the Minnesota Lottery to address its significant infrastructure and user experience challenges. The state-run lottery operates in a highly regulated industry and required a scalable technical solution to maintain uptime during massive traffic spikes. A key goal was to streamline the code entry workflow for its Second Chance contests to reduce reliance on developers and operate more independently.

To solve this, Clockwork implemented a load-balanced infrastructure and created a fast, slimmed-down version of the website homepage for use during high traffic. They established a standard protocol to pull entry codes from third-party providers, simplifying the process. This solution delivered exceptional results, including 99.93% server uptime over a two-year period and the successful management of millions of promotional codes with minimal third-party support.

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