What is needed to increase the maximum throughput for a DynamoDB table that is exceeding its limits?

To effectively increase the maximum throughput for a DynamoDB table that is exceeding its limits, switching to on-demand capacity is the right approach. On-demand capacity allows DynamoDB to automatically allocate the necessary resources to handle traffic in real-time without the need for manual intervention. This can be particularly beneficial during unpredictable periods of high traffic, as it ensures your application can scale seamlessly without hitting throughput limits.

While modifying the table schema or manually adjusting item sizes could have various implications, they do not directly address the throughput issue. Adjusting individual items does not fundamentally change the table's capacity. Contacting AWS support may provide assistance but is not needed to resolve throughput limitations, as on-demand capacity is a self-service solution explicitly designed for this purpose.