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Proving The Performance and Scalability of P1AIC

  • Writer: Paul McKeown
    Paul McKeown
  • Apr 1
  • 3 min read

Introduction

Midships conducted a rigorous early performance testing initiative on the P1AIC SaaS platform for a top-tier banking client in Southeast Asia. The goal was to validate that the platform could sustain heavy loads while delivering rapid, reliable responses.

This initiative not only confirmed the platform’s technical robustness but also reinforced a foundation for enhanced customer trust, improved risk management, and long-term operational resilience.


The Challenges

The testing addressed several key challenges:

  • High Load Expectations: Simulating conditions with 100,000 users to ensure the system can handle the intense demand typical in high-traffic banking environments.

  • Diverse Transaction Demands: Critical customer journeys – such as login, authentication flows, and password management – were balanced to mimic real-world use. Notably, the login journey was stress-tested to achieve a peak of 900 Journeys Per Second (JPS) over one hour.

  • Resource Management: Maintaining optimal performance even as user sessions and tokens accumulate over time was essential for continuous, smooth operations.


The Solution

Midships implemented a comprehensive performance testing strategy on the P1AIC SaaS platform. A key innovation was the introduction of the concept of Journeys Per Second (JPS).

Unlike traditional measures that count individual HTTP requests, JPS captures the complete customer journey – for example, a login journey may consist of multiple calls but is viewed as a single, cohesive experience. This approach provides a more accurate representation of the end-user experience.

Key achievements include:

  • 900 JPS: The login journey reached a peak of 900 Journeys Per Second (1800 transactions per second) over one hour.

  • Consistent Performance: Response times were consistently maintained under 50ms for 90th percentile.

  • Minimal Error Rate: The tests achieved an error rate of less than 0.01%, ensuring reliable performance under load.

These outcomes confirm that the platform is not only ready for current high-demand conditions but also provides ample headroom for unexpected spikes and future growth.


Collaboration and Business Impact

The initiative was executed in close collaboration with Ping Identity’s PingOne AIC team, further enhancing the platform’s performance capabilities. This partnership has delivered a solution that gives the client significant flexibility – ensuring they can accommodate sudden demand spikes and secure scalable growth for years to come.

The successful testing translates into a more resilient infrastructure, better risk management, and enhanced customer trust, all of which are critical for maintaining a competitive edge in the banking sector.


Conclusion

The early performance testing validated that the PingOne AIC SaaS platform can sustain heavy loads without compromising speed or reliability. Achieving a peak of 900 JPS for the login journey, with response times under 50 ms for 90th percentile and an error rate of less than 0.01%, underscores the platform’s readiness for high-demand environments.

The collaborative efforts between Midships and Ping Identity have not only optimised performance but have also provided the client with a robust, future-proof solution that offers significant headroom for sudden spikes and long-term growth. This initiative lays a solid foundation for continued operational excellence and strategic business advantage in the competitive banking sector.

If you are struggling to achieve your desired throughput on PingOne AIC, get in touch with sales@midships.io to see how we can help you improve your scripts and journeys for better stability and customer experience.


Writer’s Overview

Paul McKeown – Chief Technology Officer, Midships

Paul is a seasoned engineering leader with 19 years in IAM, DevOps, and continuous delivery, with a specialty in ForgeRock and secure banking platforms. He’s delivered CIAM on Kubernetes for major banks in New Zealand and Australia.

Short bio: Paul blends engineering rigor with coaching excellence, driving Midships' technical strategy and delivery risk reduction practices across markets.

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