OpenStack
OpenStack is an open source private cloud infrastructure designed to control large pools of compute, storage, and networking resources across datacenters. It allows infrastructure to be managed via APIs or dashboards, using a unified authentication model. With OpenStack, organizations build and operate private clouds that match the scale, automation, and flexibility of public cloud providers, without losing control.
At Fairbanks, we implement OpenStack to support complex infrastructure needs. Whether you are deploying virtual machines, bare metal servers, or containers, OpenStack provides the foundation for secure, scalable and sovereign cloud infrastructure.
What makes OpenStack a strong foundation?
OpenStack goes beyond basic infrastructure as a service. Modular by design, it includes components for orchestration, fault tolerance, and service management. You choose which features to deploy, tailored to your goals and internal capabilities.
Key benefits of OpenStack include:
- Vendor independence: No licensing constraints, no vendor lock-ins. You stay in control.
- Hardware agnostic: Runs on standard x86 hardware, giving you full freedom of hardware selection.
- Supports multi-tenancy: Designed to host multiple teams, departments, or clients within a single environment.
- Infrastructure as code friendly: Compatible with automation tools like Terraform and Ansible.
- Modular and extensible: Deploy only the components you need, from compute to orchestration.
- Open source and community driven: Maintained by the OpenInfra Foundation and a global contributor base.
OpenStack as the core of your private cloud
When integrated with platforms like Kubernetes for container management and Ceph for software-defined storage, OpenStack forms the backbone of a powerful open source private cloud. This combination enables you to run diverse workloads, from VMs to containers, on a single unified infrastructure.
OpenStack supports flexible scaling, both vertically and horizontally. You can start with a minimal setup and grow it over time or implement a full-scale cloud across multiple datacenters. Its API-driven architecture and strong ecosystem ensure that your cloud remains adaptable and future ready.
Why Fairbanks?
Fairbanks has deep expertise in designing, deploying, and operating OpenStack environments. From proof of concept to fully managed platforms, we help you take ownership of your cloud infrastructure. With consultancy, knowledge transfer, and operational support, we make sure your OpenStack deployment is optimized for performance, compliance and autonomy.
Our approach is focused on long-term value. We ensure your teams can operate independently while having access to 24/7 support when needed.
Success stories
The Danish Ministry of Children and Education transformed its IT infrastructure to reduce costs, eliminate vendor lock-in, and improve agility. With Fairbanks’ open-source expertise, the Ministry gained full control over its cloud environment, leading to faster service delivery, lower operational costs, and greater system stability. This shift positioned the Ministry as a leader in public-sector digital innovation, enhancing support for educators and students across Denmark.
The University of Luxembourg modernized its IT infrastructure with OpenStack to support high-performance computing and large-scale research. In collaboration with Fairbanks, the university improved scalability, automation, and resource efficiency while reducing costs and manual workload. The transformation enhanced agility, data security, and compliance, empowering cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary innovation.
SURF, the collaborative ICT organization for Dutch education and research, modernized its digital infrastructure to support high-performance computing, secure data management, and nationwide collaboration. With Fairbanks’ expertise, SURF enhanced scalability, security, and innovation, empowering institutions to share resources and accelerate research. The transformation improved efficiency, equity, and member engagement across the sector.
ODC-Noord modernized its IT infrastructure with scalable, secure cloud solutions to support Dutch government services. Thanks to Fairbanks, flexibility increased, security and compliance improved, and significant progress was made toward a CO₂-neutral data center operation. The efficiency and reliability of the service delivery improved noticeably.
Realtime Solutions transformed its IT infrastructure with OpenStack to enhance real-time performance for sectors such as logistics, finance, and telecom. Thanks to Fairbanks’ expertise, the company now benefits from a scalable, secure, and efficient cloud environment with low latency. This led to increased operational efficiency, improved customer satisfaction, and a stronger competitive position.
VodafoneZiggo unified its cloud environments with a scalable OpenStack solution, supported by Fairbanks. This resulted in increased efficiency, improved control, and a smooth transition without disruption. The new infrastructure provides the flexibility to respond more quickly to customer demands and market developments.
KPN modernized its infrastructure with a scalable, open cloud platform to enable faster virtualization and higher service quality. Thanks to Fairbanks, KPN is now better equipped to handle network traffic, launch innovative services, and strengthen its leadership in the telecom sector.
Fingent optimized its OpenStack environment with the help of Fairbanks, resulting in higher performance, more stable networks, and improved backup and monitoring processes. Thanks to global collaboration and support, Fingent was able to operate more efficiently, minimize risks, and deliver software solutions to clients worldwide more quickly.
Delta Electronics improved operational efficiency and agility with a tailor-made OpenStack solution from Fairbanks. Thanks to optimized resource management, digital twins, and energy-efficient technologies, Delta achieved significant gains in production performance and sustainability.
We design and build open source private cloud infrastructures that meet your unique needs
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