Private cloud hosting
Break performance bottlenecks with private cloud hosting
What is a private cloud?
A private cloud is when a single business entity or end user has sole access to the hardware and software resources designated in a specific cloud computing environment.
Private cloud environments can be hosted at an onsite data center, although more organizations are turning to hosted private clouds with either colocation facilities or managed services.
Highly performant
Enterprise hardware ensures fast load times, seamless user experiences, and the ability to handle large amounts of traffic. Virtualization and automation technologies let you dynamically allocate resources to meet changing demands.
With a platform you can design from scratch, software updates, hardware upgrades, and future customizations are effortless.
Predictably priced
You’re never charged an additional fee for each VM you deploy or for inbound network overages. Pricing is resource-based.
Fully managed
We take care of your entire hosting infrastructure, including hardware and the private cloud platform itself.
2x
Faster than Microsoft Azure
Seamless disaster recovery for your VM workloads
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Private cloud hosting
“With a private cloud, our entire team can dev any workload across the globe from one space. It’s a huge productivity boost.”
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Round-the-clock support guarantees that you get assistance whenever you need it.
Each customer is unique, and we tailor solutions to your specific needs and challenges.
Potential issues are identified before they escalate, boosting reliability and performance.
How a private cloud is built
IT technicians create cloud architectures by pooling all the resources within their data center. In order to do this, the new virtual network uses software-defined networking and virtual machines to span the resources of multiple servers at different locations or within an international colocation facility.
Flexibility is one of the main reasons cloud architecture is so important. Without reliance on legacy IT hardware in a specific location, teams are free to work from anywhere and with anyone around the globe. This makes work more flexible and fosters new levels of collaboration.
There are four main building blocks to consider when constructing cloud architecture. Each plays its own pivotal role in making cloud technology possible. Let’s take a look at each in more detail below.
Computing
Organizations that want to spin up a private cloud network must ensure they have proper computing resources. This means internet speed, bandwidth, CPU capacity, and memory must all be sufficient to accommodate the fast pace and large data transfers consistent with cloud environments. IT technicians may take certain steps to ensure that reliable delivery of cloud resources is possible.
Storage
Since cloud architecture acts as a central hub for all mission-critical data and files, you may need more storage than initially anticipated. There must be enough capacity for your entire library of files. And you’ll need extra storage for backup and disaster recovery measures.
Management
IT technicians must leverage software tools to manage their cloud infrastructure. Since the cloud network may be composed of several different servers, teams need an easy way to monitor important performance metrics across the entire system.
Managers need a way to view all necessary information across all servers in one dashboard. This helps minimize any unexpected downtime and keeps the network secure by staying up to date with routine patches and maintenance.
Networking
Your cloud architecture will only be as good as your network. To work properly, your infrastructure needs to have enough bandwidth and Internet speed to work independently of physical servers or storage. Ultimately, these resources will be used more efficiently since they are distributed across multiple applications and users via virtualization.
Benefits of private cloud hosting
Our hosted private cloud enables you to keep up with the pace of digital transformation and provides you with the infrastructure support to take your business to the next level. The private cloud benefits that organizations should know include the following:
Scalability and flexibility
Benefit from flexible scaling options with private cloud services that give you resources when you need them and let you scale down to reduce costs during inactive periods. Organizations with relatively predictable and consistent server resource demands should consider using private cloud. Those organizations are more likely to be able to maximize their resources, and, therefore, cloud spending. They are also less likely to take full advantage of the elasticity that is one of the main strengths of public cloud. Liquid Web also monitors your clustered resources to help you plan for future growth.
Improved resource utilization
The virtualization technology that underlies all types of cloud computing delivers many of the benefits of private cloud. Most servers are underused. Virtualization provides private cloud users with improved resource utilization. This means workloads can be deployed to a different physical server as demands change from services. Alternatively, resources dedicated to the particular server can also be adjusted to meet the changing demands of any specific application.
Reduced costs
The flexibility of private cloud and improved resource utilization can help organizations ensure application performance and reduce costs by getting the most out of their servers. A private cloud environment will not only save money over a traditional on-premises environment, but for some organizations, it costs less than a public cloud environment. Outsource server management to Liquid Web and benefit from simple resource-based pricing models that enable more accurate IT spend forecasting. No contracts required.
Increased security
Ultimately, security experts tend to recommend a private cloud because it can provide security advantages over a public cloud. Complete control over your data, apps, and infrastructure also lets you implement customized security measures. And while any cloud environment requires robust antivirus and firewall protection, private cloud runs on certain physical machines, which makes its physical security easier to ensure. Cloud access is also more secure with a private cloud environment because it is accessed through private and secure network links rather than the public internet.
Regulatory compliance
The popularity of private cloud environments for organizations with compliance concerns is partly due to their security and control benefits. Another reason is that service providers offering hosted private clouds can help address significant compliance elements such as HIPAA compliant hosting and PCI compliant hosting. Some organizations may have little choice but to utilize a private cloud to gain the advantages of cloud computing while retaining regulatory compliance.
Better performance
Give your business peace of mind with high availability infrastructure and multiple layers of hardware and software redundancy that minimize downtime. Run your business on a hosted private cloud infrastructure built to handle sudden spikes in traffic and heavy workloads on the fly. Bring your product to market and test new features on the cloud provider with double the performance.
Hybrid-friendly private network
Our fully managed multi-tenant private cloud networks are accessible from anywhere via VPN, making it easier to increase productivity for remote teams. Hosted private cloud is also suitable for a phased migration or hybrid cloud models.
Easy rehosting
We help you lift and shift your web applications and operations to the cloud seamlessly without rewriting code. See how Liquid Web helped Orion Law Management effortlessly move their software to private cloud hosting so their team can focus on caring for their clients instead of managing hosting.
Legacy application compatibility
Organizations migrating from a legacy on-premises system often find it difficult to deploy their workloads to the public cloud, as it cannot be customized to support any application. A successful migration is critical to achieving the intended benefits of the new environment, and the higher success rate of migrations to private clouds is another potential cause of a lower TCO than public clouds.
Private cloud use cases
High-end software vendor
Say goodbye to slow virtual machine performance and poor support.
Expandable resources
Our flexible cloud hosting infrastructure lets you easily expand your resources.
High-touch support
Our VMware experts optimize for better VM performance. Liquid Web has responsive 24/7 support not found at other cloud service providers.
Private network
Leverage the power of a dedicated private network so your ISV can compete with cloud-native apps.
Healthcare business and HIPAA compliance
Healthcare businesses must innovate their offerings and have stellar patient outcomes to compete.
HIPAA compliant data centers
Our data centers are highly-secure and include background checks and multi-factor authorization.
Complete isolation
Our cloud architecture uses VM isolation to let you handle sensitive health data while keeping it accessible to healthcare professionals.
Specialized HIPAA support
Best of all, you gain access to industry-leading support from compliance and security experts.
B2B ecommerce and PCI compliance
Business downtime can lead to lost sales and shipping delays that hurt relationships with B2B clients. Not to mention, larger clients require a more resilient architecture with demonstrable security controls.
Innovate
With high-performance private cloud infrastructure, you can test new features, get your product out the door faster, and even perform maintenance with zero downtime.
PCI compliance
Liquid Web private cloud hosting is PCI compliant and flexible enough to handle heavy database loads during sales peaks.
Multi-layered cybersecurity
Our secure environment includes a managed firewall, software patches, and documented (SOC, PCI) security controls so you can meet your clients’ requirements.
Site and application development infrastructure
Deployment delays and misconfiguration can lead to missing client deadlines, while inflexible dev environments aren’t built to scale throughout a customer’s lifecycle.
Scalable infrastructure
Power your application development with our scalable cloud infrastructure that empowers you to develop more features and go to market faster.
Customizable deployments
Private cloud enables rapid and repeatable deployment of successful customer blueprints of one or more servers.
Flexible resources
Our managed virtual machines spin up and down as needed without the need for hardware changes or manual deployment. And with flexible horizontal and vertical scaling, you only add the resources you need for your VMs.
Hosting consolidation
Customers are asking for cloud features, and they’re within your reach.
Fast setup
Get your software or applications into the cloud quickly without a re-architecture of your code with hosted private cloud.
Long-term viability
Rehost and optimize your infrastructure while benefiting from our straightforward pricing models for improved IT spend forecasting.
Cost-efficient
Resource-based pricing lets you reduce costs and simplify vendor management and consolidation.
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VMware private cloud FAQ
Deployment models in private cloud architecture
Hosted private cloud
Standard private cloud hosting is when a third-party service provider (a hosting company) creates a private cloud environment for a customer. The host manages the hardware, software, and networking while the organization retains control over its applications and data.
Pros
Cons
Imagine a growing tech startup that needs to scale its operations quickly but lacks the resources to manage its own data center. By opting for a hosted private cloud, the startup can focus on developing innovative products while the private cloud provider ensures the environment is always robust, secure, and scalable.
Managed private cloud hosting
Unlike an on-premises private cloud solution, managed private cloud outsources hardware management tasks to your infrastructure provider, so your IT team can stay focused on revenue-generating activities.
Pros
Cons
With Liquid Web managed private cloud, you don’t have to worry about the challenges that come with hosting your private cloud on-premises, such as purchasing servers and spinning up virtual machines. Instead, our team manages your physical and virtual environments, and you get access to exceptional performance, security, and industry-leading support.
On-premises private cloud
On-premises private cloud is in a physical data center in a specific location. The data center typically houses legacy IT equipment. It provides the benefits of cloud computing—such as scalability, flexibility, and self-service capabilities—while maintaining complete control over the physical hardware, network, and storage components.
Pros
Cons
With hosted private cloud, you can leave physical hardware management and virtual environment configuration to your infrastructure provider. On-premises private cloud requires you to purchase servers and hire an IT team to manage the hardware and virtual environment.
Hybrid private cloud
Combines the best of both on-premise and hosted private cloud architecture. Most servers may be virtualized, but a few mission-critical devices may be kept on-premises.
Pros
Cons
For a hybrid private cloud setup, you’ll need a basic understanding of IT and cloud technology. You’ll also want to understand basic programming languages in case you need to troubleshoot anything within your network. Lastly, you’ll need to have some experience with management to coordinate system upgrades, maintenance, and care. Partnering with a hosting provider to manage your cloud hosting framework is a more cost-effective strategy.
Example of hosted private cloud
Here is an example of what would happen if a large financial services firm moved to a hosted private cloud. A little background:
This firm manages a vast amount of sensitive customer data, including personally identifiable information, transaction records, and financial histories. Due to strict regulations like the GDPR in Europe and the need for robust security measures, the firm opts for a private cloud solution to ensure compliance and protect customer data.
Infrastructure setup
The firm invests in a private cloud provider with state-of-the-art security and redundancy measures. The provider deploys a private cloud infrastructure within their data centers using virtualization technologies such as VMware.
Security and compliance
The private cloud provider designs the environment with stringent security protocols, configuring the firm’s cloud to comply with financial regulations and industry standards. The provider ensures all processes and data handling methods meet strict compliance requirements.
Customization and control
The private cloud infrastructure is customized to integrate seamlessly with the firm’s existing financial applications, databases, CRM platform, and ERP systems. The firm retains complete control over its IT environment, but the provider can assist with fine-tuning performance and responding to emerging security threats or regulatory changes.
Operational efficiency
The scalability of the private cloud enables the firm to handle varying workloads, such as high transaction volumes during market fluctuations, product launches, and customer acquisitions.
Customization
The private cloud provider is able to recommend and set up automation tools to streamline operations, including automated provisioning of virtual machines, regular software updates, and routine maintenance tasks.
Ongoing support
With a hosted private cloud, the firm’s IT team and developers are able to get the support they need 24/7. The firm is able to resolve incidents faster and focus on technology requirements as the company grows. More than that, if the team is unfamiliar with VMware, the private cloud provider can provide guidance and recommendations.