Payment solutions provider CHIPD has reported a temporary outage affecting its phone and customer relationship management (CRM) systems following a major disruption to Amazon Web Services (AWS), which has caused widespread technical issues across the United States.
In a statement issued by the company, CHIPD confirmed that the downtime stems from a nationwide AWS infrastructure failure that has affected “many businesses across the US that rely on AWS infrastructure.” The company said its internal teams are “closely monitoring the situation” and assured customers that “full functionality will be restored as soon as the service is back online.”
The AWS disruption has triggered service interruptions for numerous digital platforms and cloud-reliant organisations, from fintech and e-commerce providers to logistics and communications networks. The outage, believed to be one of the most significant in recent months, has underscored the global economy’s heavy dependence on major cloud service operators.
Impact on CHIPD Operations
CHIPD, a company that provides digital payment processing and merchant support systems, has confirmed that its CRM and phone lines are temporarily unavailable. As a result, customers attempting to reach the firm via traditional communication channels may experience delays in response.
The company advised customers to use email as the primary means of contact during the outage.
“If you need to reach us, please email [email protected].”
While the company has not specified the duration of the outage, it has indicated that operations will resume once AWS resolves the underlying issue.
“Our team is closely monitoring the situation, and we will restore full functionality as soon as the service is back online,” CHIPD said.
Broader AWS Disruption Across the United States
Amazon Web Services, the cloud division of e-commerce giant Amazon, provides hosting and infrastructure support to thousands of businesses globally. On Tuesday, it experienced a significant disruption that has affected multiple regions and services, including data storage, communications platforms, and website hosting operations.
Industry observers say this latest incident highlights the vulnerabilities that accompany large-scale reliance on centralised cloud infrastructure. As more businesses migrate critical operations to the cloud, even brief outages can have widespread operational and financial implications.
According to early reports from US technology analysts, several well-known firms across sectors — including retail, banking, and healthcare — have faced temporary outages or degraded performance as a result of the AWS downtime. Although Amazon has not released a full technical explanation, initial monitoring data suggests the disruption originated in one of its major US data centres.
CHIPD’s Response and Customer Communication
CHIPD has taken immediate steps to maintain communication with its customer base and minimise disruption to ongoing operations. The company’s management team issued a message of appreciation for customer patience during the downtime.
“We appreciate your patience and understanding during this downtime,” said the CHIPD Management Team.
A spokesperson for CHIPD added that the company’s operational resilience plan is in place and that its support and technical teams remain on standby to assist customers once normal service resumes. The firm also reiterated its commitment to transparency, promising to provide updates as new information becomes available.
Industry Reactions and Business Continuity Concerns
The AWS outage has prompted renewed discussions among business leaders and technology experts about cloud diversification and business continuity planning. Some analysts have suggested that organisations overly reliant on a single cloud provider could face greater exposure to operational risk during large-scale infrastructure failures.
For businesses like CHIPD, which depend on reliable data connectivity for real-time customer and payment processing, even a short interruption can present challenges. However, experts say clear communication and contingency measures can significantly reduce customer frustration and reputational damage during such events.
Looking Ahead
As AWS engineers work to restore full functionality across affected regions, CHIPD and other impacted companies continue to monitor progress closely. The broader business community is watching developments, as the incident serves as a reminder of the critical role that cloud infrastructure plays in modern commerce — and the cascading effects when it falters.
CHIPD has reaffirmed that service will return to normal as soon as AWS systems are fully operational. In the meantime, the company continues to prioritise customer support through alternative channels.
