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But here in 2026, savvy enterprise IT leaders... - [Opus Interactive Launches Comprehensive SOC MDR and Cloud Security Services for Enterprise Clients](https://www.opusinteractive.com/news/opus-interactive-launches-comprehensive-soc-mdr-and-cloud-security-services-for-enterprise-clients/): Portland, OR – March 14, 2023 – Opus Interactive, a leading provider of hybrid cloud and multi-cloud solutions, proudly announces... - [AI Automation at CRN's Best of Breed Conference: Insights from Industry Leaders](https://www.opusinteractive.com/it-professionals/ai-automation-at-crns-best-of-breed-conference-insights-from-industry-leaders/): For today’s managed service providers (MSPs), staying ahead of the curve requires not just knowledge but also the right connections.... - [Colocation Data Centers in 2025: Power, AI, and the Real Geography of Demand](https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/colocation-data-centers-2025/): In 2025, colocation data centers are under more pressure and more opportunity than ever before. 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Most executives,... - [From Risk to Recovery: Opus Interactive’s Veeam-Powered Disaster Recovery Blueprint](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/from-risk-to-recovery-opus-interactives-veeam-powered-disaster-recovery-blueprint/): For C-level executives, risk isn’t an abstract concept—it’s a daily reality. Ransomware attacks have surged 62% year-over-year (per Cybersecurity Ventures),... - [Why Enterprises Are Choosing Cloud Repatriation](https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/why-enterprises-are-bringing-their-workloads-back-home/): A significant number of organizations are choosing cloud repatriation from public cloud environments. A paradigm shift is underway in the... - [A Strategic Guide of Mastering Cloud Shared Responsibility](https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/mastering-cloud-shared-responsibility-a-strategic-guide-for-business-leaders/): In the digital transformation era, cloud computing has become the backbone of modern business operations. Yet, beneath the surface of... - [Minimizing Downtime: How Opus Interactive’s Cloud Connect DR Keeps Enterprises Running](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/minimizing-downtime-how-opus-interactives-cloud-connect-dr-keeps-enterprises-running/): For enterprise leaders, downtime isn’t just an IT issue—it’s a business nightmare. The numbers speak for themselves: according to Gartner,... - [VMware Cloud Foundation Services: Elevate Your Cloud Strategy ](https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/vmware-cloud-services-elevate-your-cloud-strategy/): 30Whether you’re a mid-sized company anticipating growth, an enterprise with complex compliance requirements, or a SaaS provider looking to deliver... - [How Policy Changes Could Impact Private Cloud Hosting and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/how-policy-changes-could-impact-private-cloud-hosting-and-infrastructure-as-a-service-iaas/): As businesses increasingly rely on private cloud hosting and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) to manage their digital infrastructure, government... - [Current Trends in IaaS for 2025](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/current-trends-in-iaas-for-2025/): Introduction: The Evolving Landscape of IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) Few areas in cloud computing are evolving as rapidly as... - [Top CIO Challenges for 2025](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/top-cio-challenges-for-2024-25/): As we head into 2025 it’s clear that enterprise leaders will face some challenges. There are the usual cost of... - [The Benefits of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) for SMEs](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/the-benefits-of-infrastructure-as-a-service-iaas-for-smes/): Introduction to Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) often face the challenge of wanting enterprise-grade technology... - [6 Reasons Why Private Cloud Outshines Public Cloud](https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/the-security-edge-6-reasons-why-private-cloud-outshines-public-cloud/): In the era where data breaches are not just threats but common occurrences, businesses are increasingly turning their attention to... - [Costs of Security and Compliance in Public vs. Private Clouds](https://www.opusinteractive.com/hybrid-cloud/navigating-the-costs-of-security-and-compliance-in-public-vs-private-clouds/): Enterprises are constantly faced with the dilemma of choosing Public vs. Private Clouds for their needs. 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In today’s digital age, integrating... - [Choosing the Best IaaS Provider for Your Business Needs](https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/iaas-service-providers-choosing-the-best-provider-for-your-business-needs/): In the ever-evolving world of cloud computing, selecting the right Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) provider is pivotal for businesses... - [IaaS Cloud Computing: Enterprise-Grade Solutions from Opus Interactive](https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/iaas-cloud-computing-enterprise-grade-solutions-from-opus-interactive/): How can your business stay agile, scalable, and secure in an increasingly digital world? For many enterprises, the answer lies... - [Future-Proof Your Infrastructure with the Best IaaS Solutions](https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/the-best-iaas-solutions-future-proof-your-infrastructure/): What steps are you taking today to ensure your infrastructure can meet the demands of tomorrow? As businesses navigate an... - [Migrating Enterprise Workloads to Private Cloud Environments](https://www.opusinteractive.com/vmware/challenges-and-successful-strategies-for-migrating-enterprise-workloads-to-private-cloud-environments/): The current landscape of business operations heavily relies on data accessibility and availability for organizations to remain competitive and adaptable... - [Colocation Cost Factors](https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/colocation-cost-factors/): There are critical colocation cost factors that influence overall spend. These can make or break your enterprise IT budget. From... - [Colocation Hosting Pricing](https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/colocation-hosting-pricing/): When considering colocation hosting pricing, there are lots of considerations that can leave you pondering the best choice for your... - [Benefits of Colocation Services](https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/benefits-of-colocation-services/): Are you wondering what the benefits of colocation services are for your business? It’s more than convenience. 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After the November 2023 purchase of... - [Choosing the Best IaaS Service Providers: A Complete Guide](https://www.opusinteractive.com/iaas/choosing-the-best-iaas-service-providers-a-complete-guide/): Most organizations have adopted a multi-cloud, hybrid approach, where private cloud plays an essential role. According to Flexera’s 2024 State... - [Tech Savvy IT Professionals: 25 Hilarious Dad Jokes Just For You](https://www.opusinteractive.com/customer-experience/tech-savvy-it-professionals-25-hilarious-dad-jokes-just-for-you/): Tech savvy IT can sometimes feel a bit impersonal when it’s just space, power, cooling, and uptime. That’s why, here... - [Colocation Services - Why Choose Opus Interactive in 2024](https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/colocation-services-why-choose-opus-interactive-in-2024/): 2024 is here! And, whether economics, supply chain, or advances in technology are driving it, companies are reevaluating their IT... - [Fortifying Your Enterprise Cloud Security in 2024](https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-security/fortifying-your-enterprise-cloud-security-in-2024/): Cloud security is top of mind for the enterprise as we step into 2024. 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Everything You Need to Know.](https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/what-is-dedicated-iaas-everything-you-need-to-know/): Dedicated Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) is a cloud delivery model that provides on-demand... - [Types of Cloud Computing Explained](https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/types-of-cloud-computing-explained/): There are four main types of cloud computing: private clouds, public clouds, hybrid clouds, and... - [2021 Predictions for Digital Post Pandemic Demand](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/the-new-norm-2021-predictions-for-digital-post-pandemic-demand-2/): As the planet continues to adapt to changes in response to the global health pandemic... - [Cloud Computing Predictions for Digital Post Pandemic Demand](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/the-new-norm-2021-predictions-for-digital-post-pandemic-demand/): As the planet continues to adapt to changes in response to the global health pandemic, unprecedented... - [How IT Modernization Initiatives are Impacting Federal Agencies](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/how-it-modernization-initiatives-are-impacting-federal-agencies/): Driven by modernization, cyber, cloud, and AI, Government-wide IT spending across all agencies... - [Connectivity: Bridging the Digital Divide in America](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/connectivity-bridging-the-digital-divide-in-america/): This brave new digital world we’re building every day requires a high-speed broadband connection... - [Creating Opportunities for Women in Tech](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/creating-opportunities-for-women-in-it-it-starts-with-stem/): It’s a fairly well known fact that women are underrepresented in the worlds of science, technology... - [Unlocking the Secrets of the Hybrid Cloud](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/unlocking-the-secrets-of-the-hybrid-cloud/): Right sizing and distributing workloads across a hybrid environment makes all the difference... - [2019 Healthcare IT Trends](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/2019-healthcare-it-trends/): At the close of 2018, there were more than 16 million people working in healthcare - an... - [Satellite Constellations or Submarine Cables: A Crash Course](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/satellite-constellations-vs-submarine-cables/): Analysts from Gartner, 451 Research, and Forrester came together at PTC 2019 to share industry... - [Cloud Computing UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship)](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/official-fight-card-of-cloud-computing/): With one of the most anticipated UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) fight cards of the year... - [Opus Interactive & Cloud Hosting Solutions](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/how-opus-interactives-customized-approach-to-cloud-colocation-and-it-services-helps-modern-organizations-achieve-their-business-goals/): Portland-based Opus Interactive has been providing clients colocation and cloud hosting... - [How Edge Computing is Changing the Datacenter Ecosystem](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/iot-efficient-data-distribution-edge-computing-fueling-change-datacenter-ecosystem/): Billions of sensors are turning physical objects into internet connected devices and generating... - [Building the Business Case for Cloud Computing](https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/building-business-case-cloud-computing/): Gartner predicts that the public cloud service market will grow to $383. 3 billion by 2020. 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Our staff will build, manage, and optimize to your workload needs to reduce complexity, and accelerate your cloud transformation. Reduce infrastructure costs by up to 40% 80% Reduction in Tool Sprawl 30% Faster Issue Resolution 15-Minute Response Times White Glove Service with 9. 4 Net Promoter Score 99. 999% Uptime Guarantees Schedule a meeting Key BenefitsManaged Public Cloud That Moves Faster—and Costs Less With our public cloud management services, Opus' team of experienced engineers handle your AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud environments end-to-end, so your enterprise teams can focus on innovation instead of operations. Proactive Cloud Cost Control Unified Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Optimization 24/7 US-Based Expert Support Download the Product Sheet Pricing and getting startedFlexible Plans That Scale With Your Cloud Needs Opus Interactive’s Public Cloud Management services feature flexible pricing tailored to your specific cloud platforms, workload size, and management requirements. 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We're a close-knit group that values: Impactful Work Trusted Partnerships Innovation-Driven Culture Continuous Improvement Sustainable IT Apply Today Key BenefitsTeamwork Makes the Dream Work If you're passionate about innovation, collaboration, and making a real impact in enterprise IT, Opus Interactive is the place for you. Competitive salaries Comprehensive benefits Professional development and training A supportive, inclusive workplace The chance to "build cool stuff Current OpeningsReady to Join Our High-Performance Team? We're always looking for talented individuals who share our values and passion for excellence. We're currently hiring for a Systems Engineer in our Manassas Virginia location. Apply Today What our team members sayThe team here make the days enjoyable, and I love the constant opportunity to tackle new challenges that push my skills forward while building cutting-edge solutions for our customers. 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Strategically located in 3 separate regions and 3 separate energy grids, our site selection criteria includes;100% Uptime7×24 Manned SecurityPremium Network ConnectivitySupport for Any DensityNet Zero and 100% RenewablesData Center ChecklistFREE DOWNLOAD: Site selection criteria checklistDownload NowAdvantage+Veeam Backup ServicesVeeam Cloud ConnectCloud MonitoringCloud SecurityManaged ServicesNetwork ServicesRemote Hands / Smart HandsAdd Security, Visibility, and Resilience - Without the OverheadWe partner with top-tier companies renowned for quality and performance, delivering end-to-end reliability across hardware, software, and services for your mission-critical workloads.With Opus Interactive's Advantage+ offerings, you can add any... --- - Published: 2023-10-02 - Modified: 2026-01-21 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/about-opus/our-certifications/ About UsCompliance and CertificationsOur certified engineers apply the ITIL framework to make your critical infrastructure our highest priority, drawing on over 29 years of proven policies, procedures, and expertise to safeguard your business. Our annual third-party audits include: HIPAA/HITECH PCI DSS SOC 1 SOC 2 ISO 27001 Book a Meeting Data Center Certs & ComplianceFacility Certifications: Rigorous Standards Across Strategic Locations At Opus Interactive, we apply a stringent site selection process to choose only the most reliable, high-performance, and secure data centers for your mission-critical workloads. This careful approach ensures your data is hosted in premier locations—each offering unique advantages while prioritizing protection, efficiency, and resilience. Net-Zero, 100% Renewables USGBC LEED Gold Uptime Institute M&O Certified ISO 9001 FISMA High TIA-942 Business DesignationsStrategic Strengths That Drive Our Excellence Our certifications position us as a nimble, high-performance partner. We deliver rapid response, personalized attention, and an unwavering commitment to your success—qualities that define top-tier small businesses and translate directly into faster innovation, stronger accountability, and results you can trust. WBENC WOSB (#191390) WBENC WBE (#1901917) Indian-Owned Economic Enterprise State of Oregon COBID (#11484) Contact UsReal People, Real Support. Technology, Meet Humanity. Whether you have a quick question, want to explore working together, or need help with something specific — we'd love to hear from you. We typically respond within 1 hour or less on weekdays. Corporate Headquarters 8135 NE Evergreen Pkwy Hillsboro, OR 97124Get Directions Call Toll Free 0%Uptime Guarantees0-MinuteResponse Times0+ YearsProven Reliability0. 4NPSFrequently Asked QuestionsOpus Interactive maintains rigorous adherence to... --- - Published: 2023-10-02 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/about-opus/social-responsibility/ About UsResponsibility & AdvocacyFor over 29 years, Opus Interactive has upheld a steadfast commitment to advocacy and responsibility, centered on building cloud, colocation, and AI-ready solutions that prioritize people, planet, and long-term resilience. This enduring focus on humanity also shapes our dedication to relationships and community, as we actively support the advancement of women in tech, STEM education, and digital equity. By weaving people-first values into every aspect of our work, we create sustainable technology that strengthens communities and builds a more resilient future for all. Proudly SupportingSustainability: Built into Our DNAOpus promotes sustainable IT every day through net-zero data centers, efficient architecture and cage design, ENERGY STAR hardware, and ongoing optimization for its high-performance, high-compliance cloud and colocation solutions. Our CEO, Shannon Hulbert, serves as Board Member of Native Renewables, Inc. , a 501c3 that installs off-grid solar to homes on the Navajo and Hopi Nations. Download the Product Sheet Proudly SupportingWomen in Technology: Empowering Advancement Women hold just 25% of roles in the tech industry. As a proud WBENC-certified Women's Business Enterprise (WOSB and WBE), Opus Interactive champions women in technology through advocacy, mentorship, sponsorships, and a supportive workplace. We've fostered opportunities for women to thrive in tech careers for 29+ years. 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Corporate Headquarters 8135 NE Evergreen Pkwy Hillsboro, OR 97124Get Directions Call Toll Free LocationsWestern (Headquarters)8135 NE Evergreen PkwyHillsboro, OR 97124Eastern11680 NE Hayden RoadManassas, VA 20109Central400 S AkardDallas, TX 75202 --- - Published: 2023-09-29 - Modified: 2026-01-21 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/dallas-hybridcloud-data-center/ Colocation ServicesTexas Data Center Our Texas data center in Dallas delivers enterprise-grade reliability, unmatched scalability, and dedicated high-touch support—specially engineered to power hybrid cloud, AI/ML, and mission-critical workloads in one of the nation's hottet connectivity hubs. 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Request a Quote Remote Hands and Smart Hands SupportReal People, Real Support – Always AvailableWe offer Remote Hands and Smart Hands services from this location —handling everything from simple reboots and cable checks to advanced diagnostics, hardware swaps, and configuration support. This high-touch approach delivers fast resolutions, minimizes downtime, and keeps your critical operations running smoothly and reliably. Learn More ResultsThe Opus Advantage0+Years of Proven Reliability0-MinuteResponse Times0%Uptime Guarantees0. 4NPSFrequently Asked Questions Hillsboro offers abundant reliable power from Portland General Electric (PGE), favorable tax incentives through the Oregon Enterprise Zone... --- - Published: 2023-09-28 - Modified: 2026-01-21 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/datacenters/ Tier III+ DatacentersSecure, Scalable & Sustainable Data CentersPremium space, power, cooling, and connectivity inside our Tier III+ facilities. With unmatched security and reliability for enterprise-grade performance. 99. 999% Uptime Guarantees Cabinets to Cages Low PUE of 1. 25-1. 3 200+ Carrier Connections Support for Any Density Request a Quote Oregon Tier III+ DatacenterOpus West Our Oregon data center in Hillsboro delivers enterprise-grade reliability, unmatched scalability, and dedicated high-touch support—specially engineered to power hybrid cloud, AI/ML, and mission-critical workloads in one of the Pacific Northwest’s premier connectivity hubs. DirectConnect and Express Route Onramps Flexible Offerings – From Cabinets to Private Cages High-Density Infrastructure Remote Hands / Smart Hands Services 99. 999% Uptime Guarantee Learn More Virginia Tier III+ DatacenterOpus East This FISMA-High data center in Manassas delivers unmatched security, scalability, and connectivity—a campus purpose-built for mission-critical workloads, AI/ML, and hybrid cloud deployments in the world’s top data center hub. 24×7 Onsite Security DirectConnect and Express Route Onramps Flexible Offerings – From Cabinets to Private Cages High-Density Infrastructure 99. 999% Uptime Guarantee Learn More Texas Tier III+ DatacenterOpus Central Our Texas data center in Dallas delivers enterprise-grade reliability, unmatched scalability, and dedicated high-touch support—specially engineered to power hybrid cloud, AI/ML, and mission-critical workloads in one of the nation’s hottest connectivity hubs. DirectConnect and Express Route Onramps FISMA-High Rated Regional and Energy Grid Redundancy Backup and Cloud Services 99. 999% Uptime Guarantee Learn More Tier III+ Data CentersSite Selection Criteria Opus Interactive strategically selected its data center locations across three distinct geographic regions... --- - Published: 2023-09-28 - Modified: 2026-01-21 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/oregon-colocation-data-centers/ Colocation ServicesOregon Colocation Our Oregon data center in Hillsboro delivers enterprise-grade reliability, unmatched scalability, and dedicated high-touch support—specially engineered to power hybrid cloud, AI/ML, and mission-critical workloads in one of the Pacific Northwest's premier connectivity hubs. DirectConnect and Express Route Onramps Flexible Offerings - From Cabinets to Private Cages High-Density Infrastructure Remote Hands / Smart Hands Services 99. 999% Uptime Guarantee Request a Quote Facility DetailsSecure, Sustainable, and Scalable in Hillsboro This world-class Oregon data center offers fortress-level security, Tier III+ redundancy and 100% renewables. Space is available for you to deploy now. 24 MW Capacity 24x7 Manned Security Low PUE of 1. 15-1. 3 Carrier-Neutral Connectivity Subsea Cable Access Oregon Data Center Brochure Sustainability HighlightsLow-Cost Power, Efficient Design, and Immediate Retail Capacity Our Hillsboro, Oregon data center is strategically positioned to capitalize on the region's abundant, reliable power supply, dense fiber optic networks, and favorable tax incentives. This delivers affordable power costs, strong disaster resilience, and direct low-latency connectivity to global markets. 100% Renewables 1. 15-1. 3 PUE Efficient Cage Design High-Efficiency Heating & Cooling LEED Silver Oregon Data Center Brochure Pricing and getting startedFlexible Plans That Scale With Your Colocation Needs Opus Interactive’s Oregon Colocation services feature flexible pricing tailored to your specific space, density, workload, and management requirements. We offer cost-effective plans with no hidden fees, backed by specialized expertise. Request a Quote Remote Hands and Smart Hands SupportReal People, Real Support – Always AvailableWe offer Remote Hands and Smart Hands services from this location —handling everything... --- - Published: 2023-09-27 - Modified: 2026-01-21 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/ Colocation ServicesRetail Colocation Host your servers in our secure, Tier III+ certified data centers, engineered for unmatched uptime. Opus Interactive's net-zero facilities are purpose-built for enterprise-grade reliability and security. Secure Private Suites and Locked Cages 100% Uptime SLAs Carrier-Neutral Connectivity 24/7 On-site Security High-Density Scale Options Remote Hands and Smart Hands Services Request a Quote Hillsboro Data Center (POR02)Oregon Colocation Our Oregon data center delivers enterprise-grade reliability, scalability, and high-touch support for hybrid cloud, AI/ML, and mission-critical workloads. Opus' cloud and value-added services are also available at this location. 24 MW 100% Renewable Power LEED Silver Single Racks to Cages - Available today Request a Quote Oregon Data Center Brochure Manassas Data Center (VA-1)Virginia Colocation This purpose-built facility is located in the heart of the world’s largest data center ecosystem. With high density fiber, low-cost renewable power, and proximity to Atlantic Submarine Cable connectivity, this facility can support any connectivity, security, and density requirement. 60 MW 100% Renewables FISMA High Request a Quote Virginia Data Center Brochure Remote Hands and Smart Hands SupportReal People, Real Support – Always AvailableWe offer Remote Hands and Smart Hands services from this location —handling everything from simple reboots and cable checks to advanced diagnostics, hardware swaps, and configuration support. This high-touch approach delivers fast resolutions, minimizes downtime, and keeps your critical operations running smoothly and reliably. ResultsThe Opus Advantage0+Years of Proven Reliability0-MinuteResponse Times0%Uptime Guarantees0. 4NPSFrequently Asked Questions Opus' retail colocation is available to enterprise customers looking for housing IT equipment (servers, switches, routers etc.... --- - Published: 2023-09-27 - Modified: 2026-01-21 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/veeeam-backup/ Advantage+VMware Backup & ReplicationOpus Interactive delivers powerful Veeam Backup & Replication solutions, enhanced by our Veeam Cloud Connect offering, to provide comprehensive and reliable off-site workload protection. As a Veeam Silver Partner with over 29 years of expertise, we deliver full management of your solution, secure storage, and encrypted backups in our Tier III+ data centers. Up to 7. 3x Faster VM Recovery Backup/Restore and Replicate/Fail Over Geographic Redundancy & Compliance 99. 999% Uptime Guarantees Request a Quote Key BenefitsExpert Workload Protection in Tier III+ Data Centers Whether you're protecting virtual, physical, or cloud workloads, Opus strengthens Veeam Backup & Replication by combining industry-leading technology with our secure, multi-region infrastructure and cloud expertise for true peace of mind and business continuity. Achieve Aggressive RTO/RPO Targets Up to 40% Lower Backup Costs Built-In Checks for Added Protection 24/7 US-Based Expert Support Download the Product Sheet Pricing and getting startedFully Managed, Reliable & Cost-Effective With Opus managing your Veeam backups, you get end-to-end expert oversight: setup, ongoing optimization, 24/7 US-based support with 15-minute response times, immutable options against ransomware, and seamless integration with our multi-region infrastructure. Focus on your business—we handle the protection. Schedule a free consultation today for a no-cost, no-obligation assessment of your data protection strategy. Request a Quote What our customers sayWe’ve got a 20-year history of working with Opus Interactive. Their commitment to customized, high performance cloud solutions is phenomenal. At the end of the day, we just trust that they’ll deliver. T. HutchinsonWEtap MediaResultsThe Opus Advantage0+Years of... --- - Published: 2023-09-26 - Modified: 2026-01-22 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/object-storage/ Cloud ServicesCloud Object Storage Reduce storage costs with cyber-resilient Scality RING, managed by Opus. RING is proven cloud storage infrastructure for petabyte-scale application data from a wide range of workloads including long-term AI data lakes, analytics, backups and data archives, surveillance data and more. Up to 90% Lower TCO than Legacy Solutions Unlimited Scale-Out Storage Cyber-Resilient Protection Compliance-Ready No Egress Fees or API Call ccosts Schedule a meeting Key BenefitsScalable, Flexible, and Unbreakable Cloud Storage Scality RING, managed by Opus Interactive’s experts, is built to accommodate the demands of any workload at any scale and delivers seamless growth, durability, and advanced protection. 100% Data Mobility Across Clouds 80% Reduction in Management Complexity Unlimited Scale to Petabytes (and Beyond) No Single Point of Failure 100% Ransomware Protection 99. 99999999999999% durability Download the Product Sheet Pricing and getting startedUnlimited Scale, Predictable Pricing Opus Interactive delivers cost-effective monthly subscription plans for Scality object storage, customized to your unique cloud storage requirements, workload size, and desired level of management. Whether you need fully managed high-touch support or lighter oversight, our transparent pricing ensures you pay only for what you use—with no hidden fees, no egress charges, and no API call costs. Ready to optimize your storage costs? Contact us for a personalized quote or free consultation today. Request a Quote White Glove SupportReal People, Real Support – Included at No Charge Our premium White Glove Support is available to you at no cost. When you call, you won’t be routed through layers of automation... --- - Published: 2023-09-25 - Modified: 2026-01-22 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/virtual-desktop/ Cloud ServicesVirtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)Our services empower remote and hybrid teams with secure, compliant, and high-performance virtual desktops using Parallels RAS and Inuvika OVD, managed in Tier III+ data centers. 3x Long-Term Cost Efficiency Simplified Desktop Management Seamless Administration and Automation Cross-Platform Access on Any Device 99. 999% Uptime Guarantees Schedule a meeting Key BenefitsVDI Solutions. Secure, Scalable, and Always Available. With Opus Interactive's virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) services, a team of experienced engineers build efficient workspaces that your team can access from anywhere, on any device. Our solutions can be deployed as soon as you need and deliver uninterrupted sessions as well as robust security. Single-Pane User Management and Monitoring Install in Hours All-Inclusive Licensing Model 24/7 US-Based Expert Management Pricing and getting startedSubscription Pricing. Set Your Team Up Today. Opus' VDI delivers transparent, flexible subscription pricing tailored to your organization’s needs. Our Parallels RAS and Inuvika OVD plans are based on concurrent or named user count, selected features, and deployment preferences—ensuring you pay only for what you use. Get up to 60% reduction in total cost of ownership (TCO) with simplified licensing, reduced hardware spend, and included 24/7 management. Request a Quote What our customers sayWe’ve got a 20-year history of working with Opus Interactive. Their commitment to customized, high performance cloud solutions is phenomenal. At the end of the day, we just trust that they’ll deliver. T. HutchinsonWEtap MediaWhite Glove SupportReal People, Real Support – Included at No Charge Our premium White Glove Support is available to... --- - Published: 2023-09-22 - Modified: 2026-01-06 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/about-opus/ Cloud ServicesVMware Cloud ManagementLeverage 20+ years of VMware expertise to optimize your environment. Our staff will build, manage, and optimize to your workload needs to reduce complexity, and accelerate your cloud transformation. Reduce infrastructure costs by up to 40% 80% Reduction in Tool Sprawl 30% Faster Issue Resolution 15-Minute Response Times White Glove Service with 9. 4 Net Promoter Score 99. 999% Uptime Guarantees Schedule a meeting Key BenefitsManaged Public Cloud That Moves Faster—and Costs Less With our public cloud management services, Opus' team of experienced engineers handle your AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud environments end-to-end, so your enterprise teams can focus on innovation instead of operations. Proactive Cloud Cost Control Unified Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Optimization 24/7 US-Based Expert Support Download the Product Sheet Pricing and getting startedFlexible Plans That Scale With Your Cloud Needs Opus Interactive’s Public Cloud Management services feature flexible pricing tailored to your specific cloud platforms, workload size, and management requirements. We offer cost-effective monthly plans with no hidden fees, backed by specialized expertise. Whether you’re running AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or a multi-cloud environment, we’ll build a plan that fits your budget and delivers full-service management without the complexity. Request a Quote White Glove SupportReal People, Real Support – Included at No Charge Our premium White Glove Support is available to you at no cost. When you call, you won’t be routed through layers of automation or unfamiliar voices—instead, you’ll connect directly with a caring expert who’s ready to resolve issues quickly. Some might call... --- - Published: 2023-09-22 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/about-opus/policies/ About UsPolicies & AgreementsAt Opus Interactive, we believe in building trusted, long-term relationships through clarity, compliance, and accountability. Our key policies and agreements include; Master Customer Agreement Acceptable Use Policy Billing Policy Privacy Policy California Privacy Compliance Policy Service Level Agreement (SLA) Book a Meeting 0%Uptime Guarantees0-MinuteResponse Times0+ YearsProven Reliability0. 4NPSWhite Glove SupportReal People, Real Support. Technology, Meet Humanity. Our premium White Glove Support is available to you at no cost. When you call, you won’t be routed through layers of automation or unfamiliar voices—instead, you’ll connect directly with a caring expert who’s ready to resolve issues quickly. Some might call it old-fashioned. We call it human. --- - Published: 2023-09-22 - Modified: 2026-01-09 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/request-a-tour/ technology, meet humanitySchedule a TourWe appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Please complete the form below and we will get back to you as quickly as we can to schedule your tour. Request a Tour Form 0%Uptime Guarantees0-MinuteResponse Times0+ YearsProven Reliability0. 4NPSWhite Glove SupportReal People, Real Support – Included at No Charge Our premium White Glove Support is available to you at no cost. When you call, you won’t be routed through layers of automation or unfamiliar voices—instead, you’ll connect directly with a caring expert who’s ready to resolve issues quickly. Some might call it old-fashioned. We call it human. Learn More --- - Published: 2023-09-21 - Modified: 2026-01-21 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-monitoring/ Advantage+Cloud MonitoringGain real-time visibility and proactive alert management across on-premises, private, and public clouds environments with ScienceLogic SL1. This solution is tailored and fully managed by Opus Interactive’s 24/7/365 expert support. AI-Driven Anomaly Detection 80% Reduction in Tool Sprawl 10x Faster Root-Cause Analysis Automated Remediation Workflows White Glove Service with 9. 4 Net Promoter Score Schedule a meeting Key BenefitsUnified Visibility —and Up to 157% ROI Our Cloud Monitoring service delivers unified, proactive observability across your hybrid and multi-cloud environments. As a long-time ScienceLogic partner with over 25 years of expertise, we fully manage your SL1 deployment—providing real-time visibility, intelligent automation, and alert management. Up to 60% Faster Root-Cause Resolution Cost-Effective IT Operations 24/7 US-Based Expert Support Compliance-Ready Dashboards Download the Product Sheet Pricing and getting startedFlexible Plans That Scale With Your Monitoring Needs Opus Interactive’s Hybrid Cloud Monitoring with ScienceLogic SL1 offers flexible pricing based on monitored assets, cloud environments, and support levels, starting with cost-effective monthly plans. Hosted in our Hillsboro and Manassas data centers, our solutions reduce tool sprawl by up to 80%. Contact us for a customized quote or free assessment to enhance your cloud observability. Request a Quote White Glove SupportReal People, Real Support – Included at No Charge Our premium White Glove Support is available to you at no cost. When you call, you won’t be routed through layers of automation or unfamiliar voices—instead, you’ll connect directly with a caring expert who’s ready to resolve issues quickly. Some might call it old-fashioned. We call... --- - Published: 2023-08-30 - Modified: 2026-01-22 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/dedicated-iaas/ Cloud ServicesDedicated Infrastructure as a Service Exclusive, high-performance dedicated infrastructure from Opus Interactive provides full isolation, root-level control, and bare-metal performance—perfect for sensitive, compliance-driven, or resource-intensive workloads that demand maximum security and predictability. Single-Tenant Isolation Full Root-Level Control Enterprise-Grade Compliance and Security High-Performance Options Hybrid & Multi-Cloud Ready 24x7 US-Based Expert Management Schedule a meeting Key BenefitsFlexible, Transparent Pricing for Dedicated IaaS Opus Interactive provides cost-effective monthly or term-based pricing customized to your hardware specifications, bandwidth needs, and management level. Start with dedicated servers or expand to full racks—pay only for the resources you need with no hidden fees or surprises. Benefit from volume discounts, reserved instances, and lower TCO compared to public cloud for steady-state workloads. Contact us today for a tailored quote or infrastructure assessment. Request a Quote Download Brochure Getting startedFlexible Plans That Scale With Your Cloud Needs Begin in three easy steps: Needs Assessment – Collaborate with our engineers to define your ideal configuration. Rapid Provisioning – Hardware deployed and configured in days with optional OS/installation support. Migration & Go-Live – Expert assistance for data transfer, testing, and ongoing management. Take control of your infrastructure with dedicated IaaS that prioritizes performance and security. Reach out now to get started. Get Started Now White Glove SupportReal People, Real Support – Included at No Charge Our premium White Glove Support is available to you at no cost. When you call, you won’t be routed through layers of automation or unfamiliar voices—instead, you’ll connect directly with a caring expert... --- - Published: 2023-08-14 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/opus-blog/ March 27, 2024Cloud Hosting, CloudHosting, IaaS, Uncategorized, VMware, VMware by Broadcom, VMware Cloud FoundationVMware by Broadcom: Navigating VMware License Changes in VCF and VVF The latest cloud services from VMware by Broadcom bring with them licensing adjustments to transition to... Read more May 29, 2014Uncategorized3 Cloud Migration Resources to Make Your Life EasyCloud computing offers organizations a cost-effective approach to agile, flexible and dynamic... Read more March 18, 2025UncategorizedMinimizing Downtime: How Opus Interactive’s Cloud Connect DR Keeps Enterprises Running For enterprise leaders, downtime isn’t just an IT issue—it’s a business nightmare. The numbers... Read more March 15, 2025UncategorizedHow Policy Changes Could Impact Private Cloud Hosting and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) As businesses increasingly rely on private cloud hosting and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) to... Read more March 25, 2025UncategorizedFrom Risk to Recovery: Opus Interactive’s Veeam-Powered Disaster Recovery Blueprint For C-level executives, risk isn’t an abstract concept—it’s a daily reality. Ransomware attacks... Read more October 21, 2024AWS, Azure, Backup and Recovery, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Monitoring, CyberSecurity, IaaS, IT Professionals, Managed Services, Oracle, Private Cloud, VMware, VMware by Broadcom, VMware Cloud FoundationUnlocking Cloud Computing’s Full Potential with IaaS Providers The evaluation of top IaaS providers is important for enterprise customers because it can be the... Read more May 29, 2014Uncategorized9 Reasons Companies Choose ColocationMore and more companies are moving network and server operations offsite to free up space and... Read more May 14, 2025Cloud Hosting, CloudHosting, IaaS, IT Professionals, Private Cloud, Uncategorized, VMwareBest Private Cloud Providers: Optimize Your IT with... --- - Published: 2020-05-11 - Modified: 2026-02-06 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/ Dedicated IaaSOur Dedicated IaaS solutions are tailored to your needs for flexibility, unmatched security, and long-term efficiency. Oregon ColocationAvailable today. This Tier III+ data center delivers 100% renewables, 100% uptime, and flexible options for any density. Virgina ColocationGet enterprise-grade connectivity, security, and reliability inside this FISMA-High rated data center. Net-zero and available now. What we doOur solutions are essential to high-compliance workloads and industries. Purpose-built solutions for your unique workload requirements. We combine deep engineering expertise with rigorous compliance to help organizations lower costs, optimize resources, and future-proof their IT environments. Certs & Compliance Contact Us We’ve got a 20-year history of working with Opus Interactive. Their commitment to customized, high performance cloud solutions is phenomenal. At the end of the day, we just trust that they’ll deliver. T. HutchinsonWEtap MediaResultsThe Opus Advantage0+Years of Proven Reliability0-MinuteResponse Times0%Uptime Guarantees0. 4NPSStrategic PartnershipsSingle-point accountability. Best-in-class everything. We're very intentional about partnerships. Industry-leading, commitment to sustainability, and a reputation for long-term reliability are key. Shannon HulbertCEO of Opus InteractiveCareersWe build something new every day. Join us. At Opus Interactive, we're building solutions for unique challenges every day—and we're always looking for passionate people to join us. We combine innovation and hard work to drive positive change for our customers and create rewarding careers for our team. It's not always easy, but we believe that with the right people, shared passion, and endless curiosity, anything is possible. We’re up for the challenge. Are you? Explore our job opportunities Save energy, save costsSustainable ITbuilt in. Sustainable... --- - Published: 2020-05-11 - Modified: 2026-02-13 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/about-us/ About usA cloud and colocation company dedicated to your success. We are Opus Interactive. Trust isn't earned overnight. At Opus Interactive, we’ve been simplifying cloud and colocation and building lasting relationships since 1996. We're a people, planet, and pet-friendly group of relationship-driven technologists, engineers, and systems administrators who craft tailored solutions designed for high-compliance workloads and regulated industries. The Opus Advantage we bring to every partnership includes white-glove service, 29+ years of proven reliability, predictable billing, sustainability, seamless add-ons, treats, and unwavering support. Technology, meet Humanity. Quick facts Established: 1996 Woman-owned: Since 2018 US-based engineers and systems administrators: 100% Compliance: ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA, Soc 2 Type 2 Net-Zero Datacenters: Oregon, Texas, Virginia Headquarters: Hillsboro, OregonSchedule a meeting ValuesInnovating RelentlesslyWe embody continuous improvement - pioneering solutions that keep you ahead in a fast-changing world. Valuing DiversityWe are our strongest with diverse, collaborative teams creating holistic solutions for global perspectives. Building Sustainably We steward your infrastructure and the planet — delivering solutions that are responsible, efficient, and resilient. Unwavering Integrity We do the right thing every time — because real relationships and responsible technology drive lasting success. LeadershipMeet the Team Behind The Opus AdvantageChief Executive OfficerShannon HulbertPresidentEric HulbertChief Technology OfficerBrady WilsonChief Financial OfficerRick BoonstraVP of TreatsNewtonWe've spent more than 29 years honing a service mix and support ethos that empowers customers with high-touch reliability. This is our opus. A little bit about us. We believe that when you genuinely care about people and the planet, it shines through in everything... --- - Published: 2020-05-11 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/infographics/ 0SHIP VOYAGES0NCS GAS MARKET0TONNES TRANSPORTED0TOTAL REVENUESChair of the BoardBevan HolcombSustainability CommitteeHania CairnsEmployee-elected memberLacey-Mae CleggEthics CommitteeStig LægreidExecutive CommitteeMikaeel RobinsSustainability CommitteeGrover AriasOIL AND GAS PRODUCTION0HOMES WITH RENEWABLE POWER0SHIP VOYAGES0SHIP VOYAGES0OIL AND GAS PRODUCTION0HOMES WITH RENEWABLE POWER08 Key Benefits of VMware Cloud Management with Opus InteractiveProven Maturity and StabilityWe deliver unmatched reliability for your traditional VM-based workloads, backed by decades of VMware refinement and seamless migration paths from your existing on-premises environments. Superior Performance for Legacy ApplicationsWe ensure excellent performance optimized for your legacy applications, so your critical systems run efficiently without the need for immediate modernization. Advanced High Availability and Disaster RecoveryWe provide powerful features like vMotion for live migration and robust disaster recovery options that minimize your downtime and protect your business continuity. Enterprise-Grade Security and ComplianceWe offer strong security controls and built-in support for key standards such as HIPAA and PCI-DSS, giving you confidence in protecting your sensitive data. Centralized and Intuitive ManagementWe empower you to manage your entire environment effortlessly through vCenter, with a single pane of glass for oversight, automation, and operational efficiency. Predictable Scaling with Dedicated ResourcesWe enable you to scale confidently with dedicated resources that deliver consistent performance—perfect for your regulated industry needs requiring strict control and isolation. Extensive Ecosystem and Partner IntegrationWe connect you to VMware’s vast partner network and rich ecosystem of tools, solutions, and integrations tailored to your diverse enterprise requirements. Seamless Hybrid Cloud CapabilitiesWe help you achieve deep integration across your on-premises, private, and public cloud environments, enabling flexible hybrid strategies that... --- - Published: 2020-05-11 - Modified: 2025-12-30 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/posts/ May 10, 2014Uncategorized8 Cloud Computing Predictions for 2014 Gartner predicted that 2013 would be a year of growth and they were spot on. And, since all 5 of our... Read more May 29, 2014UncategorizedIaaS vs. PaaS: Understanding the DifferencesYou’ve probably read the stats, Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) will achieve a compound... Read more May 29, 2014UncategorizedComparing AWS, Microsoft Windows Azure and VMware Cloud Services The public cloud services market is booming with innovation and demand. Researchers predict that... Read more May 10, 2014Uncategorized8 Cloud Computing Predictions for 2014May 29, 2014UncategorizedIaaS vs. PaaS: Understanding the DifferencesMay 29, 2014UncategorizedComparing AWS, Microsoft Windows Azure and VMware Cloud ServicesMay 29, 2014Uncategorized3 Cloud Migration Resources to Make Your Life EasyMay 29, 2014Uncategorized9 Reasons Companies Choose ColocationMay 29, 2014Uncategorized6 Advantages of Colocation for Your BusinessMay 10, 2014Uncategorized8 Cloud Computing Predictions for 2014Read more May 29, 2014UncategorizedIaaS vs. PaaS: Understanding the DifferencesRead more May 29, 2014UncategorizedComparing AWS, Microsoft Windows Azure and VMware Cloud ServicesRead more May 29, 2014Uncategorized3 Cloud Migration Resources to Make Your Life EasyRead more May 29, 2014Uncategorized9 Reasons Companies Choose ColocationRead more May 29, 2014Uncategorized6 Advantages of Colocation for Your BusinessRead more May 10, 2014Uncategorized8 Cloud Computing Predictions for 2014 Gartner predicted that 2013 would be a year of growth and they were spot on. And, since all 5 of our... Read more May 29, 2014UncategorizedIaaS vs. PaaS: Understanding the DifferencesYou’ve probably read the stats, Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) will achieve a compound... Read more May 29, 2014Uncategorized Comparing AWS, Microsoft Windows Azure and... The public cloud services... --- --- ## Posts - Published: 2026-02-19 - Modified: 2026-02-17 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/the-artificial-intelligence-infrastructure-shift-where-enterprises-stand-today-and-how-to-build-for-tomorrow/ Artificial intelligence has moved from experimental to mission-critical faster than anyone predicted. According to Flexera 2025 data, 68% of enterprises now classify AI as mission-critical, 69% are actively repatriating AI workloads from public cloud, 53% plan to build new AI applications in private cloud, and 41% of AI training already runs in colocation facilities. These numbers tell a clear story: enterprises have hit the limits of public-cloud economics, performance, and control when it comes to serious Artificial Intelligence workloads. Where Enterprises Are Today Public cloud delivered speed and elasticity in the early days of AI experimentation. But production-scale training, inference at the edge, and data-sovereignty requirements have changed the equation. Massive GPU clusters are expensive and often oversubscribed in hyperscaler regions. Data egress fees, variable pricing, and latency-sensitive inference workloads erode the “pay-as-you-go” advantage. Compliance, security, and IP protection concerns push organizations toward environments they can fully own and audit. The result? A quiet but accelerating repatriation trend. Organizations are pulling high-value AI workloads back to infrastructure they control — either dedicated private cloud or retail colocation with direct access to high-density power and cooling. The Rise of Private Cloud & Colocation for Artificial Intelligence Private cloud gives you the isolation, predictability, and performance of on-premises infrastructure with the operational simplicity of cloud. Colocation delivers bare-metal access to the carrier-neutral facilities that have the capabilities to support workloads of any density. Plus, efficiency and performance with 100% renewable power options and sub-2ms latency to major internet exchanges. Together, they form... --- - Published: 2026-02-10 - Modified: 2026-02-10 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/news/opus-interactive-to-strengthen-online-presence-through-advanced-seo-strategies/ HILLSBORO, OR -- Opus Interactive, a woman-owned leader in cloud, colocation, and AI-ready infrastructure solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with City Ranked, a full-service digital marketing and SEO agency also based in the Pacific Northwest. This collaboration marks a key component of Opus Interactive's broader marketing and brand enhancement initiative aimed at increasing visibility, attracting new enterprise clients, and supporting continued growth. Opus Interactive Track Record As a six-time Inc. 5000 honoree - 2018 to 2023 - Opus Interactive has consistently ranked among America's fastest-growing private companies, reflecting its strong track record of innovation, customer success, and expansion. The company operates Tier III+ data centers in Oregon, Texas, and Virginia, delivering secure, compliant, high-performance solutions to more than 300 enterprise clients with a remarkable 9. 4 Net Promoter Score. CityRanked Expertise City Ranked, a multiple-year Inc. 5000 honoree (including 2023 and 2024) and proud Pacific Northwest company headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, will provide Opus Interactive with comprehensive search optimization services. These include hyper-local SEO, their proprietary GPS-SEO technology, AEO, and GEO optimizations. Strategic Alignment and Benefits This partnership unites two Pacific Northwest-based, fast-growing companies focused on excellence. Opus Interactive leverages City Ranked's data-driven skills in organic search and revenue operations. The aim is to grow its digital presence significantly. This supports broader efforts to modernize brand positioning and reach more businesses seeking trusted cloud, colocation, and AI-ready infrastructure solutions. "Opus Interactive has built nearly three decades of trust by doing the right thing the right way for the right... --- - Published: 2026-02-06 - Modified: 2026-02-06 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/2026-the-year-of-private-cloud-computing/ Not long ago, cloud-first meant migrating your entire ecosystem to public cloud. But here in 2026, savvy enterprise IT leaders are reassessing the trade-offs—and it's looking like private cloud and dedicated IaaS are the new black. Yes, public cloud delivered the agility and scale we all chased. But it also brought complexity, those eye-watering unpredictable bills, and control gaps that keep CISOs up at night. Today's award for best glow-up goes to our reliable old friends: private cloud and dedicated IaaS. Organizations aren't ditching the cloud out of spite—they're strategically reclaiming ownership because some workloads demand more control, better performance, and frankly, a bigger bang for the buck. In highly regulated sectors like finance, healthcare, and defense, public cloud's limitations on security, compliance, and performance aren't hypotheticals. They're real operational risks that can tank deals or trigger audits. Modern private cloud has evolved into the resilient foundation for enterprise IT that actually sleeps well at night. Why Public Cloud Hits Its Limits (Sooner Than You Think) Public cloud is fantastic—until it's not. Here's where it starts to creak under pressure: Security gaps: Your data shares infrastructure with strangers, sometimes hopping borders without asking. Compliance friction: Global audits turn into nightmares when data scatters across providers and jurisdictions. Performance drag: Latency spikes and resource throttling hit when you're not fully in the driver's seat. Vendor lock-in: Tied to proprietary tools and pricing that can shift overnight. It works brilliantly for bursty, experimental workloads. But for consistency, data sovereignty, or long-term cost... --- - Published: 2026-01-15 - Modified: 2026-01-22 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/news/opus-interactive-launches-comprehensive-soc-mdr-and-cloud-security-services-for-enterprise-clients/ Portland, OR – March 14, 2023 – Opus Interactive, a leading provider of hybrid cloud and multi-cloud solutions, proudly announces the launch of its new SOC MDR (Security Operations Center Managed Detection and Response) and cloud security services tailored for enterprise customers. With over 28 years of demonstrated reliability, Opus Interactive continues to expand its offerings, now incorporating Fully manned SOC, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Firewall solutions, and more into its comprehensive suite of services for enterprise customers. With threat actors continuing to evolve their tactics, businesses face increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. According to the World Economic Forum, there was a 72% increase in the number of data compromises in 2023, over the previous high in 2022. Opus Interactive’s latest service offering is designed to address these challenges head-on, providing enterprise clients with enhanced security measures and peace of mind. The SOC MDR and cloud security services offer a range of benefits, including: Proactive Threat Detection and Prevention: Opus Interactive’s advanced threat detection capabilities enable proactive identification and mitigation of potential security threats before they escalate into major incidents. Expert Security Personnel Handling Alerts and Incidents: Our dedicated team of security experts actively monitors clients’ systems around the clock, promptly responding to security alerts and incidents to minimize the impact on business operations. Scalability to Accommodate Growing Business Needs: As businesses expand and evolve, Opus Interactive’s SOC MDR and cloud security services scale seamlessly to meet growing security requirements without compromising performance or reliability. Reduction in Security Risks and Potential Financial... --- - Published: 2025-11-11 - Modified: 2026-01-19 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/it-professionals/ai-automation-at-crns-best-of-breed-conference-insights-from-industry-leaders/ For today's managed service providers (MSPs), staying ahead of the curve requires not just knowledge but also the right connections. At this year's CRN Best of Breed Conference in Atlanta, industry leaders gathered valuable insights on automation, AI, and the future of MSPs. In this blog post, we’ll explore key takeaways from the event, highlighting the importance of innovation and collaboration. Conference Overview The Best of Breed Conference has established itself as a premier event for MSPs, bringing together a diverse audience eager to learn and network. This year’s conference, held in Atlanta, continued the trend of exceptional content and networking opportunities. With a focus on automation and security, attendees were encouraged to engage in discussions about the challenges and opportunities facing the industry. Security panel discussions at this year’s conference included insights from Zscaler, ThreatLocker, Sophos, and more. Opus Interactive's CEO, Shannon Hulbert, and AE, John Nelson, discuss takeaways in the YouTube video embedded below. Keynote Insights Doug Holtz-Eakin, Former Director of the Congressional Budget Office, provided a comprehensive overview of the current state of our country’s economy. He discussed the implications of fluctuating tariffs, which have compelled businesses to adopt automation as a means of adapting to rising costs. Takeaway thoughts included that while budgets remain static, the need for efficiency is paramount. Automation emerged as the theme of the conference, with many providers seeking innovative ways to do more with less. Networking Opportunities One of the standout features of the conference continues to be its ability to... --- - Published: 2025-08-07 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/colocation-data-centers-2025/ In 2025, colocation data centers are under more pressure and more opportunity than ever before. The reason? A perfect storm of three unstoppable forces: AI's explosive infrastructure needs, sustainability mandates with real regulatory teeth, and the long-expected arrival of edge computing at meaningful scale. This is not a minor shift. The traditional colocation playbook-power, cooling, security, and space-is no longer enough. IT leaders now must evaluate colocation as part of a broader ecosystem where data gravity, fiber routes, latency requirements, and carbon audits all intersect. The 2025 Pressure Cooker: What's Driving the Change We've hit a convergence point: AI workloads are real and scaling fast: Multi-hundred-megawatt campuses are no longer rare Sustainability is now regulated, not optional: Scope 3 emissions and ESG reporting are critical Edge computing is deploying beyond pilots: Latency now affects compute, not just content Jonathan Schildkraut, head of Capital Markets at Compass Datacenters, said it plainly: "We're talking about 60 to 70 gigawatts of global data center demand in the next five to six years. And the industry isn't prepared for that level of capital, infrastructure, or power. " AI Is Breaking the Infrastructure Mold In past years, hyperscale deployments revolved around availability zones and proximity to users. AI is different. Training clusters don't need to be close to end users-they need land, power, cooling, and fiber. A single megawatt of AI can host approximately $50 million in GPU hardware. NVIDIA's 2023 data center sales alone drove 1. 25 GW of demand. Global AI deployments in... --- - Published: 2025-08-05 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/vmware-cloud-services-pricing/ The C-Suite Reality Check: Why VMware Pricing Demands Executive Attention Picture this scenario from last month’s board meeting: Your CTO just explained that VMware licensing costs will increase significantly over the next three years, perpetual licenses are no longer available, and the company is now locked into multi-year subscription commitments. The CFO’s immediate question: “What are our alternatives, and how do we maintain operational continuity while controlling costs? ” This isn’t hypothetical. Since Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware, enterprise IT leaders across every industry are facing the same strategic challenge. The licensing model that many organizations built their infrastructure around for decades has fundamentally changed - creating both immediate budget pressure and long-term strategic decisions that require executive-level attention. For CIOs, CTOs, and infrastructure teams managing mission-critical workloads, understanding VMware Cloud Services pricing isn’t just a procurement exercise - it’s a strategic imperative that affects everything from compliance posture to disaster recovery capabilities. What VMware’s New Pricing Model Actually Means - Beyond the Headlines The transformation goes deeper than the headline shift to subscription-only licensing. VMware has restructured its go-to-market approach around three core changes that reshape how enterprises plan and invest: 1. Subscription-Only Architecture Perpetual licenses have been eliminated across core products - including vSphere, vSAN, and NSX. Every VMware deployment now incurs recurring subscription fees, fundamentally altering multi-year budgeting strategies for infrastructure. 2. Core-Based Licensing Consolidation While early announcements suggested 72-core minimums, community pushback led Broadcom to reset most deployments to a 16-core-per-socket baseline. However, higher-tier bundles still carry... --- - Published: 2025-08-01 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/datacenter/private-cloud-computing-secure-it/ The Control Revolution Not long ago, cloud-first was the default. But in 2025, enterprise IT leaders are reassessing the trade-offs. While the public cloud delivered agility and scale, it also introduced complexity, unpredictable costs, and significant control gaps. Today, organizations are reclaiming infrastructure ownership-not out of opposition to the cloud, but from a strategic need to regain control. In highly regulated industries, public cloud limitations around security, performance, and compliance aren’t theoretical. They’re operational risks. Private cloud computing has evolved into a strategic foundation for resilient enterprise IT. Why the Public Cloud Has Limits Cloud-first isn’t always secure-first: Security gaps: In shared infrastructure, your data coexists with others’-sometimes across borders. Compliance friction: Global audits become complex when data spans providers and jurisdictions. Performance drag: Latency and throttling occur when resources aren’t fully in your control. Vendor lock-in: You're bound to proprietary tools and pricing models that can evolve without notice. The public cloud works-until it doesn’t. Especially when consistency, data sovereignty, or long-term cost stability matters. What Private Cloud Computing Means in 2025 Today’s private cloud is far from the old on-prem model. It’s: Built with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Kubernetes-native Fully automated, from provisioning to patching Directly connected to public clouds via private peering It includes: Self-service portals Unified observability Policy-as-code enforcement Edge and AI workload support Private cloud delivers the scalability of cloud with the security and control of on-premises infrastructure. Case Study: Broadcom’s Private Cloud Transformation After acquiring VMware, Broadcom initiated a broad private cloud modernization effort... --- - Published: 2025-07-29 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/customer-experience/private-cloud-companies-control/ Why Control Still Matters in the Cloud Era The promise of cloud computing has always been flexibility. However, many organizations chasing rapid deployment have sacrificed crucial elements such as control, security, and predictable costs. Issues like shadow IT, unpredictable billing, vendor lock-in, and compliance gaps are compelling businesses to reconsider their infrastructure strategy. Private cloud companies offer a path forward that allows you to regain infrastructure control without losing the agility that modern businesses require. Rather than stepping back, this strategy helps you step forward with clarity and confidence. Dedicated and Isolated Infrastructure When partnering with a private cloud company, you receive dedicated, isolated infrastructure designed specifically for your business. Unlike shared public cloud environments. Private cloud solutions provide: Dedicated servers, storage, and networking equipment Predictable performance without interference from other users High availability tailored to your specific workloads This isolation ensures your critical applications run without disruption and performance bottlenecks. Integrated Security and Compliance Security and compliance aren't secondary considerations—they are core features in private cloud environments. Providers typically embed comprehensive security measures, including: Customized role-based access controls Encryption in transit and at rest, often with your encryption keys Built-in audit logging and reporting tools compliant with standards such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, and SOC 2 Private cloud companies specialize in supporting highly regulated industries, ensuring compliance is integrated rather than an afterthought. Flexible, Customizable Management Private cloud environments empower IT teams to customize their infrastructure fully. You have the flexibility to: Select hypervisors, storage solutions, and network configurations... --- - Published: 2025-07-23 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/aws/what-is-a-colocation-rack/ When cloud sprawl, rising costs, and compliance headaches start piling up, enterprise IT leaders look for control. That’s when colocation racks show up in the strategy deck, not because they’re trendy, but because they work. It’s that pragmatic middle ground between the expense of building a data center and the risk of going all-in on cloud. Let’s break down what a colocation rack really is, why it's regaining popularity, and how experienced IT teams are using it to reduce waste, boost resilience, and increase speed. The Real Problem: Not Everything Belongs in the Cloud “Cloud-first” sounds great in theory, but hits real-world limits: Cloud workloads running 24/7 when needed, only 8 hours, leading to inflated costs Compliance violations due to data residency errors Vendor lock-in that restricts infrastructure agility Latency issues that degrade performance-critical apps A colocation rack gives back control over your physical infrastructure, network design, and workload placement. And you can still integrate cloud services. It’s not all or nothing. What a Colocation Rack Actually Is A colocation rack is your hardware, servers, switches and firewalls hosted in a secure, third-party data center. You rent space, power, and bandwidth while retaining full ownership and control of your infrastructure. Racks typically include: 42U or 48U cabinets Locked, monitored enclosures Biometric access Redundant power and cooling SLA-backed uptime and support You don’t have to manage the facility you gain all the benefits of enterprise-grade infrastructure without building it yourself. Want to explore your options? View our Colocation Services. Colocation vs.... --- - Published: 2025-07-17 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/vmware/what-is-vmware-used-for/ What is VMware Used For in 2025? Today’s IT leaders are managing high expectations under tough constraints. You’re balancing the need for innovation, uptime, compliance, and cost control often while dealing with aging systems and fragmented infrastructure. VMware is used for of the most practical answers to that challenge. It creates a unified, flexible platform for running workloads across on-premises, colocation, and public cloud environments without needing to re-architect everything. If you’re supporting legacy systems, building for hybrid, or tightening your security posture, VMware remains a strategic foundation you can count on. What VMware Actually Does At its core, it allows you to virtualize - to run multiple isolated operating systems on the same physical server. This means: More efficient resource use Strong workload separation for compliance Easy provisioning and scaling VMware’s hypervisor, ESXi, runs directly on server hardware. It allocates CPU, memory, and storage to each VM, keeping them stable and isolated. Each virtual machine has its own OS and behaves like a separate server. This abstraction layer is what makes VMware so valuable: you’re no longer tied to hardware. Enterprise Use Cases That Still Rely on VMware 1. Legacy Application Hosting You likely have core business apps that depend on older OS versions. VMware lets you isolate those apps in secure virtual machines, so they keep running without exposing the rest of your environment. It’s a smart way to support critical software, without keeping outdated physical servers alive. 2. Disaster Recovery That’s Built to Perform Supports rapid failover... --- - Published: 2025-07-15 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/colocation-facility-vs-in-house-servers/ In-House Infrastructure Is Getting Harder to Justify For many organizations, in-house infrastructure once meant control. Today, it often means constraints from rising costs to mounting compliance pressure. But the reality in 2025 looks very different. Energy costs are rising. Compliance demands are tightening. Downtime is more expensive than ever. And scaling fast? That's tough to do in a server room that's already stretched thin. That’s why forward-thinking IT teams are moving to colocation facilities. Not because it’s a trend, but because it solves real infrastructure challenges with flexibility, security, and efficiency built in. Here’s how colocation addresses these challenges and why it’s become the go-to strategy for forward-thinking IT teams. What Is a Colocation Facility? A colocation facility is a professionally managed data centre where you can house your own servers and infrastructure without handling the power, cooling, physical security, or building maintenance yourself. It’s not cloud. It’s not in-house. It’s a middle ground that gives you control over your hardware, with enterprise-grade infrastructure and always-on support behind it. 6 Key Benefits of a Colocation Facility 1. Built-In Compliance and Certifications Colocation providers typically operate with third-party certifications like: SOC 2 ISO 27001 HIPAA PCI DSS This saves your team from having to build (and document) compliance controls from scratch and makes audits significantly easier. Pro Insight: For industries like healthcare, finance, and government, using a certified colocation provider can accelerate time to compliance and reduce audit risk. 2. Cost Efficiency at Scale Running in-house infrastructure offers complete control but... --- - Published: 2025-06-04 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/cost-savings-with-iaas-how-small-businesses-can-benefit/ Introduction: What’s Really Draining Your IT Budget? Every business is under pressure to innovate, grow, and stay competitive—but tight budgets and outdated IT infrastructure often get in the way. Between hardware investments, server maintenance, software updates, and downtime, the cost of “keeping the lights on” can quietly eat away at resources that should be fueling growth. If you've ever felt stuck choosing between upgrading your tech or hiring new talent, you're not alone. That’s where Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) comes in. IaaS eliminates the high upfront costs of owning and managing physical infrastructure and replaces them with scalable, pay-as-you-go cloud resources. It’s not just about accessing servers in the cloud—it’s about unlocking real, measurable savings across your entire IT operation. Let’s dive into how IaaS directly translates into financial advantages for small and mid-sized businesses. Reduced Capital Expenditures Setting up your own IT infrastructure means investing heavily in servers, networking equipment, cooling systems, and physical space. These capital expenditures (CapEx) can be overwhelming—especially since technology becomes obsolete quickly. IaaS changes this model entirely. Instead of paying upfront for hardware you might outgrow or underutilize, IaaS offers subscription-based access to cloud infrastructure. You get enterprise-level resources without draining your capital. Key advantages include: No need to purchase or maintain servers Elimination of costly data center setup Immediate access to advanced infrastructure This frees up working capital for business development, marketing, or hiring—areas that drive growth rather than just support operations. Pay-as-You-Go Flexibility Most traditional IT setups force you to plan—and... --- - Published: 2025-05-28 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/colocation-services-portland-or/ Portland, Oregon is emerging as a premier digital infrastructure hub for the Pacific Northwest. With its booming tech sector, access to sustainable power, and a business culture focused on innovation and reliability, it’s no surprise that organizations are turning to enterprise-grade Colocation Services in Portland as a strategic IT solution. Colocation allows businesses to deploy and manage their own servers and infrastructure within a purpose-built, secure facility-while benefiting from the scale, power redundancy, and security features they couldn’t achieve in-house. With Opus Interactive, colocation becomes more than just data center real estate-it becomes a long-term strategy for growth, continuity, and cloud readiness. The Growing Demand for Infrastructure in Portland Portland’s business ecosystem spans SaaS, healthcare, financial services, education, and e-commerce-industries that demand uptime, compliance, and low-latency performance. As cloud adoption accelerates, many organizations seek a middle path: keeping critical infrastructure on-premises while extending to the cloud. Colocation provides that hybrid advantage. Portland’s cool climate, clean energy supply, and close proximity to West Coast fiber make it ideal for energy-efficient hosting. For businesses looking to reduce data center overhead, Portland colocation with Opus Interactive offers a path to lower costs and higher performance. Inside Opus Interactive’s Portland Data Center Battle-tested since 1996, Opus Interactive’s Portland-area data center-located at 8135 NE Evergreen Parkway in Hillsboro-is Oregon’s most efficient colocation facility. Engineered for scale, this Tier III-capable site is designed to deliver resilience, speed, and compliance for today’s IT leaders. Key Features: 100% Uptime SLA: Network and power reliability backed by redundant infrastructure... --- - Published: 2025-05-21 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/manassas-virginia-colocation/ Why Manassas Is Ideal for Secure Colocation Northern Virginia has long been the data center capital of the U. S. -but Manassas offers something even more strategic. Located just outside of Washington, D. C. , Manassas delivers proximity to federal agencies, access to the East Coast’s richest fiber networks, and lower cost of operations than traditional NoVA hubs. For businesses that require colocation with a focus on compliance, control, and security, Colocation Services in Manassas (Virginia) stands out as a powerful solution. Finding flexible options for enterprise needs can be tricky - with many locations geared toward larger hyperscale deployments. With reduced natural disaster risk and proven power grid stability, the area is a preferred choice for federal contractors, SaaS platforms with government clients, and any team handling sensitive, high-value data. A Data Center Engineered for Sensitive, Regulated Workloads Spanning over 100,000 square feet, the Manassas facility is purpose-built for high-capacity colocation deployments. The site supports high-density racks, scalable power configurations, and private suites designed to accommodate both current workloads and future expansion needs. The Opus Interactive Manassas facility isn’t a standard data center. It's designed from the ground up to meet the security and compliance demands of public-sector-aligned clients and mission-critical operations. FISMA-High rated Cabinet-level access control Dedicated power infrastructure On-site 24/7 monitoring and smart hands support Real-time environmental and performance monitoring Whether you're running an EHR platform, defense system workload, or FedRAMP-aligned cloud architecture, this facility supports it with resilient, tailored infrastructure. Federal-Grade Security: Inside the Eight-Layer Protocol... --- - Published: 2025-05-20 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/top-private-cloud-providers-your-guide-to-choosing-the-right-partner/ 11As cloud computing matures, private cloud adoption is rising fast—especially for organizations demanding more control, better security, and predictable performance. But choosing from the best Top Private Cloud Providers is no small task. With dozens of vendors in the market, each offering varying features and pricing, decision-makers need clarity. The right provider can elevate your operations. The wrong one can derail them. This blog will help you cut through the noise, compare top private cloud providers, and choose a partner that fits your technical and business needs. Understanding the Role of Private Cloud Providers Private cloud providers deliver secure, dedicated infrastructure that your organization doesn’t have to build or manage alone. This model blends cloud flexibility with on-premise control. Why Partner with a Private Cloud Provider? Here’s what top-tier private cloud providers bring to the table: Specialized Infrastructure Management Avoid the cost and complexity of building a private cloud from scratch. Providers already have high-performance, compliant infrastructure ready for use. Cost Efficiency Private cloud services offer predictable billing and lower upfront investment. You pay for what you use, not for over-provisioned hardware sitting idle. Technical Focus for Internal Teams Offloading infrastructure management frees up your internal IT team to focus on innovation and customer-facing projects. Built-in Scalability Need to scale up during peak traffic? Add resources within hours instead of weeks. Providers offer flexible provisioning with built-in automation. Sought After Services Offered by Top Providers Look for providers that offer: Dedicated compute and storage resources 24/7 monitoring and support Backup... --- - Published: 2025-05-16 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/colocation-services-hillsboro-or/ Why Hillsboro is a Prime Location for Colocation Hillsboro, Oregon is home to one of the nation’s fastest-growing tech corridors-commonly referred to as the Silicon Forest. It’s a hub for data, devices, and innovation, hosting industry giants like Intel and a growing cluster of cloud and AI startups. This high-tech environment demands powerful, efficient infrastructure, making Colocation Services in Hillsboro a strategic choice for businesses that want low-latency access, reliability, and long-term scalability. Located just west of Portland, Hillsboro offers access to major West Coast fiber routes, abundant low-cost renewable energy, and a cool climate ideal for data center efficiency. It’s also home to Oregon’s most efficient data center: Opus Interactive. Inside Opus Interactive’s Hillsboro Data Center Located at 8135 NE Evergreen Parkway, Suite 1220, Hillsboro, OR 97124, this Tier III-capable facility is purpose-built for enterprise-grade colocation. What sets it apart? 100% Uptime SLA on network and power Eight layers of physical security, including biometric access and 24/7 manned coverage Green-powered infrastructure, with advanced cooling for optimal efficiency Carrier-neutral connectivity with 30+ available providers Direct cloud on-ramps to AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Remote Hands and Smart Hands available 24/7/365 It’s not just about rack space-it’s about creating a resilient, future-ready environment tailored to your business’s needs. Colocation Options That Scale With You Whether you’re a startup preparing for growth or an enterprise expanding across regions, Opus Interactive offers scalable colocation solutions in Hillsboro: Secure Private Suites for full isolation and control Locked Cages for flexible, midsize deployments 42U/48U Cabinets... --- - Published: 2025-05-14 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/best-private-cloud-providers-optimize-your-it-with-confidence/ In today's data-driven world, choosing the best private cloud providers & infrastructure isn’t just an IT decision—it’s a business one. With increasing concerns around security, performance, and control, many companies are shifting away from public cloud to more secure and customizable private cloud environments. But how do you determine which providers are truly the best? This guide breaks down the key features, must-ask questions, and criteria that help you identify and choose the best private cloud providers to meet your organization’s unique needs. What Makes a Private Cloud Provider the "Best"? Key Criteria Reliability and Uptime Guarantees Downtime can cost more than money—it affects your brand, productivity, and customer trust. The best private cloud providers back their infrastructure with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) that promise 99. 9% uptime or higher. Look for providers with documented uptime reports and redundant systems to avoid single points of failure. Security and Compliance Excellence Data privacy laws and cybersecurity threats are more intense than ever. Top-tier providers implement: Encryption at rest and in transit Intrusion detection systems Role-based access control Multi-factor authentication They should also hold certifications like HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, or ISO 27001, depending on your industry. Performance and Scalability High-speed performance, consistent workloads, and the ability to scale up or down are non-negotiables. The best providers offer: SSD or NVMe-backed storage Dedicated CPU and RAM Auto-scaling capabilities Load balancing options Essential Features to Look for in the Best Private Cloud Providers Dedicated Infrastructure and Resource Isolation Private cloud should mean private.... --- - Published: 2025-05-02 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/private-cloud-object-storage-scalable-secure-data-management/ In an era where digital agility and security are non-negotiable, businesses face mounting pressure to modernize their IT infrastructure without inflating costs or complexity. Enter hosted private cloud providers: a strategic solution that combines the control of a private cloud with the convenience of third-party management. For IT leaders and operations managers, this model offers a transformative way to offload infrastructure burdens, optimize resource allocation, and future-proof operations. This guide dives deep into the world of hosted private clouds, outlining their benefits, key considerations for selecting providers, and actionable steps to evaluate potential partners. Whether you’re migrating from on-premise systems or optimizing a hybrid environment, understanding this landscape is critical to driving efficiency and innovation. Understanding Hosted Private Cloud: The Benefits of Off-Premise Control What Is a Hosted Private Cloud? A hosted private cloud is a dedicated cloud environment hosted and managed by a third-party provider in their data centers. Unlike public clouds—where resources are shared among multiple clients—hosted private clouds offer exclusive access to compute, storage, and networking resources for a single organization. This isolation ensures enhanced security, performance, and customization, while the provider handles hardware maintenance, updates, and scalability. Key differentiators from other cloud models: Private vs. Public Cloud: Public clouds use shared infrastructure, which can raise security and compliance concerns. Hosted private clouds eliminate "noisy neighbor" risks. Hosted vs. On-Premise Private Cloud: On-premise private clouds require significant capital investment (CapEx) in hardware and IT staffing. Hosted models convert this to operational expenditure (OpEx), with the provider managing... --- - Published: 2025-04-30 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/vmware-cloud-foundation/vmware-cloud-foundation-providers-products-team-and-future/ In 2023, Broadcom, a technology company, acquired VMware and subsequently revamped its partner program to align with new strategic goals - including streamlining VMware Cloud Foundation. The VCSP program, which previously included around 4,500 participants, was replaced by the Broadcom Advantage Partner Program, reducing the total to 500 participants. This reduction distributed participants into two main tiers for Cloud Service Providers (CSPs): 100 Pinnacle Partners and 400 Premier Partners. This shift, effective as of early 2024, reflects Broadcom's focus on a more selective, service-oriented partner ecosystem. In this post, we'll cover the changes to the program, where the final participants list landed, and future opportunities. Key Points In early 2024, Broadcom significantly reduced the number of partners in its program, from about 4,500 to 500, with 100 Pinnacle and 400 Premier partners, invitation only. Broadcom optimized the product set, going from 300+ SKUs to VCF and VSF and introduced core commitment requirements: 7,000+ cores for Pinnacle and 3,500+ for Premier entrants. Pinnacle and Premier partners now deliver managed services for the offering. Pinnacle and Premier partners were able to register and extend the White Label Model offering to be Registered Tier partners. UPDATE: As of this post, Broadcom has officially closed the door on any and all new program entrants. So, the team is set. This comes after two extensions. Opus Interactive, a Premier Partner and Registered White Label Provider brings 20+ years of VMware partnership and expertise to the table. This accompanies bespoke colocation, data backup, cloud security and... --- - Published: 2025-04-29 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/private-cloud-providers-a-secure-and-scalable-infrastructure-for-your-business/ Times they are a changin'. Businesses today need infrastructure that delivers both agility and control. While public cloud offers scalability, it doesn't always meet the strict demands of enterprise-level operations. Private cloud solves that. It gives organizations full control over their IT environment, ensuring consistent performance, regulatory compliance, and enhanced data protection. In this post, we'll explore private cloud fundamentals, business benefits, deployment models, and how to select the right provider for your needs. What Is a Private Cloud? A private cloud is a dedicated cloud environment where the infrastructure is exclusively used by a single organization. It can be hosted on-premises or managed by third-party private cloud providers in secure, compliant data centers. Unlike public cloud—where resources are shared—a private cloud isolates hardware, storage, and network components. This provides stronger security, performance predictability, and customizable configurations. It also offers control over how and where your data is stored and processed. Public vs. Private Cloud: Core Differences Public Cloud: Multi-tenant environment Shared resources Fast scaling, lower initial cost Limited control over infrastructure Private Cloud: Single-tenant environment Dedicated resources Higher security and compliance Full control over performance and architecture For organizations with regulatory obligations, performance-sensitive applications, or custom infrastructure needs, private cloud is the preferred model. Why Enterprises Choose Private Cloud 1. Enhanced Security With dedicated infrastructure, private cloud environments minimize external threats and attack surfaces. Enterprises can implement custom firewalls, encryption, and access controls without sharing hardware with unknown tenants. 2. Compliance and Regulatory Alignment Private cloud is ideal for... --- - Published: 2025-04-24 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/10-ways-private-cloud-hosting-can-save-your-business-money/ When small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) evaluate technology solutions, cost efficiency is typically top of mind. One of the most powerful ways to achieve long-term financial benefits while gaining enterprise-level performance and security is by shifting to private cloud hosting. But how exactly does the private cloud translate to savings for your business? Below are ten specific ways private cloud hosting can significantly reduce your expenses and deliver substantial value. 1. Reduced Hardware Costs Purchasing, upgrading, and maintaining physical IT hardware can quickly drain a small business’s financial resources. Servers, networking equipment, storage arrays, and backup devices require substantial upfront investment. Private cloud hosting eliminates these expenses by shifting infrastructure costs to a monthly operational model. Rather than facing major capital expenditures every few years, businesses only pay for the infrastructure they use, freeing up cash flow for strategic investments. 2. Lower Energy Consumption Running physical servers around the clock significantly increases energy bills, particularly when factoring in cooling and ventilation requirements. Private cloud hosting moves your infrastructure into energy-efficient data centers designed to optimize resource use. Providers like Opus Interactive use advanced cooling technologies, renewable energy, and optimized power management techniques, substantially reducing electricity costs and aligning your business with sustainable practices. 3. Maintenance Savings Traditional on-premises infrastructure demands continuous, resource-intensive maintenance—patching software, updating firmware, and troubleshooting hardware issues. Private cloud hosting places these responsibilities with your hosting provider. Expert technicians handle routine maintenance, security updates, and performance optimization, drastically reducing the strain on your in-house IT team and... --- - Published: 2025-04-22 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/securing-your-data-the-advantages-of-private-cloud-for-smes/ Introduction: Why Data Security Matters for SMEs Cyberattacks aren’t just a threat to large corporations—small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are now prime targets. Hackers know that many SMEs lack the robust security infrastructure of their larger counterparts, making them easier to breach. The fallout from a cyberattack can be devastating—lost revenue, reputational damage, regulatory fines, and customer churn. So, how can SMEs secure critical business data without enterprise-sized budgets? One answer lies in private cloud infrastructure. As part of the broader Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) model, private cloud gives SMEs access to enterprise-level protection, operational control, and long-term efficiency—without the capital burden of owning physical infrastructure. Let’s break down the reasons why private cloud hosting is becoming the go-to solution for SME data security and stability. Enhanced Security Features for Growing Businesses Private cloud environments come equipped with advanced security features that rival those of enterprise-grade systems. These include: End-to-end encryption Multi-factor authentication (MFA) Firewall isolation and threat prevention Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS) Data is encrypted both in transit and at rest, reducing the risk of interception. Firewalls and intrusion detection systems provide a digital perimeter, continuously monitoring for threats. Meanwhile, MFA ensures only authorized personnel can access critical systems and data. Providers like Opus Interactive also take responsibility for regular patching, security updates, and threat monitoring—removing the burden from your in-house team. For SMEs, this translates into strong security without the overhead. Compliance Simplified For SMEs in finance, healthcare, retail, or legal sectors, regulatory compliance is... --- - Published: 2025-04-17 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/exploring-private-cloud-object-storage-secure-scalable-and-cost-effective-data-solutions/ In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses are generating and collecting data at an unprecedented rate. From customer interactions to operational metrics, the volume of data is growing exponentially. Managing this data securely, efficiently, and cost-effectively has become a pressing challenge for organizations of all sizes. Traditional storage solutions—such as Network Attached Storage (NAS) and Storage Area Networks (SAN)—often struggle to keep pace with the demands of modern data management. Enter private cloud object storage: a transformative approach that provides a secure, scalable, and cost-effective solution for today’s data-intensive environments. This blog post will explore the intricacies of PCOS, its benefits over traditional storage solutions, real-world use cases, and essential considerations when selecting a provider. We will also delve into how Opus Interactive stands out as an ideal partner for organizations seeking to harness the power of private cloud object storage. Understanding Private Cloud Object Storage What is Object Storage? Object storage is a data storage architecture that manages data as discrete units known as objects. Each object consists of three main components: Data: The actual content being stored (e. g. , files, images, videos). Metadata: Descriptive information about the object that provides context (e. g. , creation date, file type, access permissions). Unique Identifier: A globally unique ID that allows for easy retrieval and management of the object. Unlike traditional file or block storage systems that rely on hierarchical structures (like folders), object storage utilizes a flat architecture. This design simplifies data management by eliminating the need for complex... --- - Published: 2025-04-15 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/private-cloud-hosting-companies-find-the-right-provider-for-your-needs/ Private cloud adoption is on the rise. As security threats evolve and compliance regulations tighten, companies are rethinking where and how they manage their infrastructure. Public cloud services offer convenience, but often fall short for businesses needing higher levels of data protection and control. That’s where private cloud hosting companies come in. These providers offer dedicated environments built for performance, compliance, and security. For CTOs and IT leaders, choosing the right partner isn’t just about tech—it’s about finding a strategic infrastructure ally. This guide breaks down everything you need to evaluate private cloud hosting companies and choose the one that aligns with your business needs. Understanding Private Cloud Hosting: Your Dedicated Infrastructure in the Cloud Private cloud hosting gives you a secure, single-tenant infrastructure managed by a hosting provider. Unlike shared public cloud platforms, private clouds are designed for isolation, customization, and full control over your data and resources. What Is Private Cloud Hosting? Private cloud hosting is a service model where a third-party provider delivers computing infrastructure—servers, storage, networking—exclusively for one client. You get all the advantages of cloud flexibility, minus the security tradeoffs of a multi-tenant setup. This environment can be hosted on the provider’s infrastructure or integrated with your on-premises systems in a hybrid cloud configuration. Key Advantages of Private Cloud Hosting Isolation Your environment is separated from other customers, reducing vulnerability to external threats. Customization You control your operating systems, applications, and security tools. Performance Consistency Dedicated resources ensure predictable load handling and response times. Regulatory... --- - Published: 2025-04-10 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/hybrid-private-cloud-secure-and-flexible-it-for-growing-businesses/ Businesses today need infrastructure that delivers both agility and control. While public cloud offers scalability, it doesn't always meet the strict demands of enterprise-level operations. Hybrid private cloud solves that. It gives organizations full control over their IT environment while providing the flexibility to scale through public cloud platforms. This guide explores hybrid private cloud fundamentals, its business benefits, deployment models, use cases, and how to select the right hybrid private cloud providers. What Is a Hybrid Private Cloud? A hybrid private cloud is a dedicated cloud environment that integrates with public cloud services to create a flexible and secure hybrid infrastructure. It combines on-premises or hosted private cloud infrastructure with public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Unlike traditional private cloud models, hybrid private cloud solutions allow businesses to manage sensitive workloads in secure, dedicated environments while leveraging the scalability and cost-efficiency of the public cloud when needed. Hybrid Cloud vs. Private Cloud: Core Differences Private Cloud: Single-tenant environment Dedicated resources High control and security Limited scalability Hybrid Private Cloud: Mix of private and public cloud Flexible workload distribution Enhanced scalability with maintained security Best of both models For enterprises that require both security and agility, hybrid private cloud is the preferred infrastructure model. Why Enterprises Choose Hybrid Private Cloud Enhanced Security and Compliance: Hybrid private cloud environments allow enterprises to keep sensitive workloads in a dedicated, secure environment while using public cloud resources for less sensitive tasks. This dual approach simplifies compliance with standards like... --- - Published: 2025-04-08 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/secure-private-cloud-storage-protect-your-business-data-effectively/ In a digital-first economy, data is everything. Whether it’s customer records, financial data, intellectual property, or internal communications—losing or compromising that data can cripple your business. For small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs), the challenge is clear: how do you protect sensitive data while staying agile and cost-effective? That’s where secure private cloud storage comes in. It combines the best of both worlds—enterprise-grade security and flexible infrastructure—in a model designed for companies that can’t afford mistakes. This guide breaks down why private cloud storage is critical, how it addresses today’s security risks, and what features to look for when choosing a provider. Understanding Secure Private Cloud Storage To understand the value of secure private cloud storage, you need to know what sets it apart from other storage options. What Is Secure Private Cloud Storage? Secure private cloud storage is a dedicated environment where your data is stored, managed, and protected on infrastructure that is not shared with other tenants. Unlike public cloud storage—which hosts data for multiple customers in a shared space—private cloud storage offers complete isolation, control, and customization. The infrastructure can be hosted by a third-party provider or deployed on-premises. In either case, the key benefit is security. Why Private Cloud Over Public or On-Prem Storage? Public cloud is convenient and cost-effective, but its multi-tenant nature introduces risk. You have less visibility into where your data lives and how it's accessed. On-premises storage gives full control but comes with steep hardware costs, limited scalability, and high maintenance overhead. Private... --- - Published: 2025-03-30 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/private-cloud-vs-public-cloud-which-is-right-for-your-business/ Understanding the Basics: Private vs. Public Cloud Cloud computing has grown into a critical resource for businesses of every size, but the choices between Private Cloud vs. Public Cloud can feel overwhelming. Should you opt for a private cloud, typically hosted on dedicated hardware that you control (or that a service provider manages exclusively for you), or is a public cloud—such as AWS or Azure—the better route? Both private and public clouds rely on the same fundamental concept: delivering on-demand computing resources that can scale up or down. However, the mechanisms, architectures, and degrees of control differ significantly. Public cloud solutions are typically “pay-as-you-go,” offering near-instant access to a massive pool of shared infrastructure. You spin up virtual machines, storage, or even specialized services quickly without worrying about physical hardware. This model appeals to many organizations for its simplicity and flexibility, but it also means you share resources with other users on that same underlying hardware. In short, public cloud can be a great choice if you’re looking for straightforward scalability and a relatively quick startup. Private cloud, by contrast, provides you with a dedicated environment—either on-premises or hosted in an off-site data center specifically allocated to your business. If you value a higher degree of control, have workloads that need to meet strict compliance requirements, or need to fine-tune performance in ways a shared environment can’t accommodate, a private cloud often stands out. Sometimes private clouds are part of a broader Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) model, with providers... --- - Published: 2025-03-30 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/the-roi-of-cloud-backup-cost-effective-resilience/ For C-level executives, every IT investment must answer one question: what’s the return? In an era where budgets are scrutinized and resilience is non-negotiable, cloud backup emerges as a rare win-win—delivering both cost savings and operational strength. Yet not all solutions are created equal. Opus Interactive’s cloud connect backup, powered by partnerships like Veeam and a hybrid cloud-first approach, offers enterprises a compelling ROI that goes beyond mere data protection. Here’s how it transforms a traditional cost center into a strategic asset. The Hidden Costs of Legacy Backup Traditional backup methods—think on-premises tape libraries or secondary data centers—carry a hefty price tag. Capital expenditures for hardware, real estate, and redundant systems can easily climb into the millions, while ongoing maintenance and staffing add to the burden. A 2023 IDC report pegs the average annual cost of managing an in-house DR site at $1. 4 million for mid-sized enterprises. Then there’s the opportunity cost: every dollar tied up in legacy infrastructure is a dollar not invested in innovation or growth. Worse still, these systems often fail to deliver when it matters most. Slow recovery times and outdated processes can lead to extended outages, with downtime costs averaging $300,000 per hour for large enterprises (per Gartner). For a CEO or CFO, this isn’t just an IT problem—it’s a balance sheet risk. Opus Interactive’s Cost-Effective Alternative Opus Interactive flips the script with its backup solution, designed to maximize resilience while minimizing expense. Leveraging Veeam Cloud Connect and a network of Tier III+ data... --- - Published: 2025-03-30 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/top-iaas-providers-finding-the-best-infrastructure-for-your-business-needs/ In the ever-evolving world of cloud computing, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) has emerged as a game-changer for businesses of all sizes. IaaS providers offer virtualized computing resources, including servers, storage, networking, and other infrastructure components, delivered over the internet on a pay-as-you-go basis. With the growing demand for scalable and cost-effective IT solutions, companies are increasingly turning to IaaS to streamline their operations and stay ahead of the competition. In this blog post, we'll explore what it takes to be a top IaaS provider, what to look for when selecting one, and why Opus Interactive stands out as a leading player in this space. What is an IaaS Provider? An IaaS provider is a company that offers virtualized computing resources, including servers, storage, networking, and other infrastructure components, over the internet. Instead of purchasing and maintaining physical hardware, businesses can rent these resources from an IaaS provider on a pay-as-you-go model, allowing them to scale up or down as needed. IaaS providers typically offer a range of services, including virtual machines (VMs), storage solutions, load balancing, and backup and recovery options. This model eliminates the need for businesses to invest in expensive hardware and maintenance, reducing capital expenditures and operational costs. What Does it Take to Be a Top IaaS Provider? To be considered a top IaaS provider, a company must excel in several key areas: Scalability: Top IaaS providers offer seamless scalability, allowing businesses to quickly and easily adjust their computing resources to meet changing demands. Whether it's... --- - Published: 2025-03-29 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/vmware/server-virtualization-in-vmware-maximizing-efficiency-flexibility-and-scalability/ In today’s digitally driven business landscape, organizations need IT infrastructure solutions that can adapt rapidly, cut unnecessary costs, and scale as demands evolve. Enter Server Virtualization in VMware! The need for agile, cost-effective, and secure computing environments has never been greater. Introducing Server Virtualization—particularly with industry-leading technologies like VMware. The innovation of server virtualization has reshaped how businesses maximize their server assets, leading to enhanced efficiency in both hardware and software usage. Far from being just a technical term, "Server Virtualization in VMware" embodies a strategic paradigm shift that holds the potential to overhaul the operational landscape of an organization's IT infrastructure. In this post, we explore what server virtualization is in a VMware context, examine the three common types of server virtualization, clarify differences between virtualization and server virtualization, provide examples that highlight real-world use cases, and conclude with some exemplary scenarios that underscore the power of VMware-based solutions. Finally, we will spotlight one of the leading names in VMware-based services—Opus Interactive—shedding light on why they stand out as a top provider of VMware cloud services. What Is Server Virtualization in VMware? Server virtualization, at its core, is the process of using software to create multiple virtual servers—often called Virtual Machines (VMs)—on a single physical server. VMware’s virtualization solutions are among the most well-known and widely adopted. They essentially create a layer of abstraction between physical hardware and the operating systems and applications running on it. With VMware software like ESXi (a bare-metal hypervisor), one physical server can support... --- - Published: 2025-03-28 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/private-cloud-hosting-vs-public-cloud-hosting-why-the-future-is-private/ In today’s complex IT environment, cloud hosting and computing has emerged as a cornerstone of business technology strategies. Most executives, whether from a large enterprise or a growing mid-sized company, recognize that the cloud has become integral to data management, software deployment, and secure operations. But for all the conversations about “the cloud,” it’s not one monolithic concept. Rather, it’s a spectrum of deployment models: public cloud, private cloud, hybrid cloud, and more. Of these, private cloud hosting vs public cloud hosting consistently surfaces as a central debate among IT professionals and decision-makers. In this article, we’ll delve deep into the definitions, pros and cons, and driving factors for both private and public cloud models. We’ll also explore why private cloud hosting is capturing the future of enterprise IT, reference recent developments in the cloud landscape from 2023 and 2024, and provide a call to action to guide your journey forward. The Core Differences: Defining Private and Public Cloud Hosting A good starting point is to clarify what we mean by “private cloud” and “public cloud. ” At a high level, both models provide on-demand compute resources and storage capabilities in a virtualized environment. However, the similarities end there. The underlying architecture, management style, security posture, and customization flexibility differ significantly. Public Cloud Hosting Public cloud hosting is typically owned and operated by large providers—such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud—who offer shared resources on a multi-tenant basis. In simpler terms, you rent space in a... --- - Published: 2025-03-25 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/from-risk-to-recovery-opus-interactives-veeam-powered-disaster-recovery-blueprint/ For C-level executives, risk isn’t an abstract concept—it’s a daily reality. Ransomware attacks have surged 62% year-over-year (per Cybersecurity Ventures), natural disasters disrupt supply chains, and human error remains a wildcard. The stakes are high: a single hour of downtime can cost an enterprise $300,000 or more, according to Gartner. Yet, the difference between a minor hiccup and a full-blown crisis often boils down to one thing—recovery. Opus Interactive’s Veeam-powered disaster recovery blueprint offers a proven path from risk to resilience, giving leaders the tools to protect their business without breaking the bank. The Risk Landscape Facing Enterprises Today’s threats are relentless. A 2024 Verizon report found that 68% of breaches involve stolen credentials or ransomware, while climate-related disruptions—like the $165 billion in damages from U. S. hurricanes in 2022—test even the best-prepared firms. For CIOs, CTOs, and CEOs, these risks translate into lost revenue, eroded customer trust, and regulatory headaches. Traditional DR approaches, reliant on physical failover sites or manual processes, are too slow and too expensive to keep pace. The question isn’t *if* a disruption will hit—it’s *how fast* you can recover. Opus Interactive’s Veeam-Powered Blueprint Enter Opus Interactive’s disaster recovery solution, built on Veeam Cloud Connect and decades of hybrid cloud expertise. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all fix—it’s a tailored blueprint designed to turn risk into recovery with precision and efficiency. Here’s how it works: Proactive Replication: Critical workloads are continuously replicated to Opus Interactive’s secure, Tier III+ data centers via Veeam’s cloud-native technology, ensuring your data is... --- - Published: 2025-03-25 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/why-enterprises-are-bringing-their-workloads-back-home/ A significant number of organizations are choosing cloud repatriation from public cloud environments. A paradigm shift is underway in the domain of IT infrastructure management, with enterprises increasingly opting to transition their cloud environments from public clouds to on-premises or private setups. Termed as 'cloud repatriation,' this trend reflects a strategic realignment as organizations revisit their digital approaches in response to the rapid acceleration of cloud adoption during the COVID-19 era. Here are some reasons why this shift is happening: Improved Cost Efficiency Unmet Expectations Initially, the promise of the cloud was cost savings through reduced capital expenditure on hardware and the flexibility of pay-as-you-go models. However, many enterprises found that operational costs in the cloud, particularly over time, can exceed those of maintaining on-premises infrastructure. Long-term Commitments Many businesses signed long-term contracts with cloud providers during the rapid digital transformation spurred by the pandemic. Now, as these contracts near their end, companies are re-evaluating whether continuing with the cloud offers the best financial value. For instance, a recent article by The New Stack explores how large organizations like 37signals and GEICO are reconsidering cloud architecture due to economic and strategic reasons, highlighting how 37signals achieved savings of $2 million annually with repatriation. Better Performance and Control Performance Bottlenecks Certain applications, especially those requiring low latency or high-performance computing, have not always translated well into cloud environments. Enterprises dealing with large datasets or real-time processing might find that their applications perform better on dedicated hardware. Control Over Resources Repatriation allows... --- - Published: 2025-03-22 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/mastering-cloud-shared-responsibility-a-strategic-guide-for-business-leaders/ In the digital transformation era, cloud computing has become the backbone of modern business operations. Yet, beneath the surface of seemingly seamless cloud services lies a critical challenge that can make or break your organization's digital strategy: the shared responsibility model. Imagine your company's most sensitive data hanging in a delicate balance between your cloud service provider and your internal teams. One misunderstanding, one overlooked security detail, and you could be exposing your organization to significant risk. This is the reality of cloud shared responsibility. What Executives Need to Know About Cloud Shared Responsibility The shared responsibility model is not just an IT concern—it's a strategic business imperative. Unlike traditional on-premises computing where your IT team controlled every aspect of infrastructure, cloud computing introduces a complex division of security and management responsibilities. The Strategic Risk Landscape Financial Impact of Misalignment Potential security breaches can cost organizations an average of $4. 35 million per incident Compliance failures can result in regulatory fines up to 4% of global annual turnover Operational disruptions from misunderstood responsibilities can lead to significant revenue loss Understanding the Responsibility Spectrum Cloud services are not created equal, the shared responsibility model dramatically changes across three primary service models: 1. Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS): The Shared Control Zone Provider Responsibility: Physical infrastructure Network security Data center protection Your Responsibility: Application security Data protection Access management Operating system configuration Real-World Analogy: Think of IaaS like renting a building, the landlord maintains the structure and utilities, but you're responsible for... --- - Published: 2025-03-18 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/minimizing-downtime-how-opus-interactives-cloud-connect-dr-keeps-enterprises-running/ For enterprise leaders, downtime isn’t just an IT issue—it’s a business nightmare. The numbers speak for themselves: according to Gartner, the average cost of IT downtime is $5,600 per minute, with some industries like financial services facing losses in the millions for even brief outages. For C-level executives tasked with safeguarding revenue, reputation, and customer trust, ensuring operational continuity is non-negotiable. That’s where Opus Interactive’s Cloud Connect Disaster Recovery (DR) steps in, delivering a solution that minimizes downtime and keeps your enterprise running, no matter the challenge. The High Stakes of Downtime As a CIO, CTO, or CEO, you’ve likely seen the ripple effects of unplanned outages—lost productivity, frustrated customers, and strained teams scrambling to recover. Whether it’s a ransomware attack, hardware failure, or a natural disaster, the inability to quickly restore operations can erode competitive advantage and shareholder confidence. Traditional disaster recovery methods, like maintaining a secondary data center or relying on manual backups, are often too slow, too costly, or both. In today’s fast-paced digital economy, enterprises need a DR strategy that’s as agile as their business. Enter Opus Interactive’s Cloud Connect DR Opus Interactive, with over two decades of experience in enterprise-grade cloud solutions, partners with Veeam to offer Cloud Connect Disaster Recovery—a game-changer for business continuity. Built on a foundation of hybrid cloud expertise and Tier III+ data centers, this service integrates seamlessly with your existing infrastructure to deliver near-zero Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs). What does that mean for you? Your critical applications and data can... --- - Published: 2025-03-15 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/vmware-cloud-services-elevate-your-cloud-strategy/ 30Whether you’re a mid-sized company anticipating growth, an enterprise with complex compliance requirements, or a SaaS provider looking to deliver exceptional performance to customers, the right cloud strategy can make all the difference. VMware Cloud Foundation services are among the leading technologies driving digital transformation in modern organizations, delivering reliable virtualization, robust workload orchestration, and seamless hybrid cloud connectivity. Selecting the right partner to help you implement and optimize these technologies is key to leveraging their full potential. Opus Interactive, an established leader in cloud and hosting solutions, is one of the premier providers of VMware Cloud Foundation services. With a suite of expert capabilities, a strong commitment to social responsibility, and comprehensive offerings, Opus Interactive stands out as a go-to solution for businesses seeking to accelerate innovation, enhance flexibility, and achieve operational excellence. In this post, we’ll explore what VMware Cloud Foundation services are, how they facilitate enterprise-grade solutions, and why Opus Interactive has emerged as a top provider. We’ll delve into the depth of their expertise, their unique value propositions, and how their commitment to superior customer experiences and sustainable IT sets them apart in a crowded marketplace. Understanding VMware Cloud Foundation What Are VMware Cloud Foundation Services? VMware Cloud Foundation consolidates a broad portfolio of offerings designed to help organizations build, run, manage, connect, and protect applications consistently across multiple clouds and devices. These services bring together the security and control of private cloud with the scalability and flexibility of public cloud computing. Instead of treating on-premises,... --- - Published: 2025-03-15 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/how-policy-changes-could-impact-private-cloud-hosting-and-infrastructure-as-a-service-iaas/ As businesses increasingly rely on private cloud hosting and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) to manage their digital infrastructure, government policy changes can significantly influence this sector. From data privacy regulations to trade policies, the implications of new administration policies are multifaceted and require careful consideration. Below, we explore potential impacts on private cloud hosting and IaaS, along with actionable insights for technology executives navigating this evolving landscape. Data Privacy Regulations One of the most significant areas of potential impact is data privacy. Stricter data privacy laws could require private hosting providers to invest heavily in additional security measures and compliance efforts. For example, enhanced encryption protocols, robust access controls, and periodic third-party audits might become necessary. While these measures bolster consumer trust, they also increase operational costs, which could be reflected in customer pricing. Key Considerations for Executives: Evaluate your current compliance posture and identify gaps. Budget for potential increases in operational costs related to compliance. Partner with providers that prioritize data privacy and security. Cybersecurity Mandates New cybersecurity regulations or government initiatives could mandate that IaaS providers adopt advanced security technologies or participate in federally driven programs to mitigate cyber threats. While these mandates aim to strengthen national cybersecurity resilience, they could also reshape the way providers manage infrastructure. Recommendations: Stay informed about cybersecurity policy changes and their timelines. Invest in proactive measures, such as AI-driven threat detection and zero-trust architectures. Collaborate with providers that demonstrate a commitment to cutting-edge security practices. Environmental Regulations A growing focus on... --- - Published: 2025-03-11 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/current-trends-in-iaas-for-2025/ Introduction: The Evolving Landscape of IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) Few areas in cloud computing are evolving as rapidly as IaaS, or Infrastructure as a Service. For many organizations—ranging from startups seeking scalability to established enterprises requiring robust computing power—IaaS plays a pivotal role in delivering reliable, flexible, and cost-effective infrastructure solutions. But how did we get here, and why is the momentum around IaaS so strong? Over the last decade, businesses have accelerated their digital transformation strategies, transitioning from on-premises data centers to hybrid or full-cloud solutions. The promise of pay-as-you-go elasticity, reduced capital expenditure, and swift deployment has made infrastructure as a service an integral component of modern IT planning. More recently, the rise of private cloud offerings has given organizations the ability to harness similar benefits while maintaining greater control over security, compliance, and customization. In 2025, the IaaS landscape is set to undergo further evolution driven by a confluence of technological, economic, and societal factors. Data volumes are skyrocketing, prompting new thinking about data processing models. Security threats are escalating, leading to new protocols and practices. Environmental concerns are highlighting the importance of sustainability. Meanwhile, advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are no longer optional; they’re embedded within forward-thinking organizations, pushing IaaS providers to develop specialized solutions to support those workloads. This blog post examines some of the most significant trends shaping IaaS in 2025. By understanding these developments, businesses can better position themselves to thrive in an era where digital infrastructure... --- - Published: 2025-03-08 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/top-cio-challenges-for-2024-25/ As we head into 2025 it's clear that enterprise leaders will face some challenges. There are the usual cost of goods management and competitive strategies to plan for, but 2025 will also be shaped by evolving regulatory frameworks, changing market conditions, demonstration of business value, and the rapid progression of artificial intelligence technologies. Gartner's latest surveys recently provided an overview of the critical challenges facing the enterprise in the coming year: AI Integration and Management: Challenge: 9 out of 10 organizations believe AI will bring a competitive advantage. And so far, 35% of businesses have adopted the technology in some form or fashion - an estimated 85% use the technology for writing articles and general content creation, using tools like ChatGPT, CoPilot, and Grok. There's no doubt, while adding value and presenting potential gains in efficiency and automation, there are both opportunities and intricacies. Navigating this landscape requires a blend of driving innovation while managing risks, particularly those around data privacy, cybersecurity, and upholding ethical standards in AI applications. Embracing the integration of AI into organizational frameworks necessitates honing new competencies, fortifying technological infrastructures, and devising astute strategies to address potential biases or misuse inherent in AI systems. Impact: AI could lead to significant efficiency gains but also increases the risk profile of organizations. The need for continuous upskilling and adapting to new AI tools is critical. Additionally, there's a growing regulatory landscape around AI, which necessitates compliance efforts. Data and Analytics Strategy: Challenge: A recent post by Influencer Forum... --- - Published: 2025-03-04 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/the-benefits-of-infrastructure-as-a-service-iaas-for-smes/ Introduction to Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) often face the challenge of wanting enterprise-grade technology capabilities without the steep capital investment that usually comes with on-premises hardware. This is where Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) steps in to close the gap. IaaS is a cloud computing model where a third-party provider hosts and manages core infrastructure elements such as servers, storage, and networking resources. Instead of buying expensive hardware outright, businesses can “rent” these resources on a pay-as-you-go basis. At first glance, this might sound very similar to other cloud models like Software as a Service (SaaS) or Platform as a Service (PaaS). However, IaaS sits at the foundational layer of the cloud computing stack. It offers virtualized computing resources over the internet and grants a high degree of control over one’s operating systems and applications. For SMEs, this level of control can be invaluable because it allows them to customize their environments without incurring the upfront and ongoing maintenance costs of physical hardware. Moreover, IaaS can be deployed in various ways, including private cloud environments. In a private cloud setting, infrastructure is dedicated to a single organization, which can be ideal for businesses requiring strict data governance and enhanced security measures. This approach offers all the benefits of cloud computing—scalability, flexibility, and managed services—while maintaining a greater degree of isolation and control. Whether an SME is looking to launch a new application or streamline existing operations, IaaS combined with the right private cloud environment... --- - Published: 2025-03-01 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/the-security-edge-6-reasons-why-private-cloud-outshines-public-cloud/ In the era where data breaches are not just threats but common occurrences, businesses are increasingly turning their attention to how they manage their sensitive information. Cloud computing has become the backbone of modern IT infrastructure, but when it comes to security, the debate between private and public clouds often intensifies. Here, we delve into 6 Reasons Why Private Cloud Outshines Public Cloud. Reason 1. Enhanced Control Over Data That Adds Flexibility and Compliance Private Cloud Allows for complete control over the infrastructure, including where your data resides. This is paramount for businesses in regulated industries like healthcare, finance, or government, where compliance with laws like HIPAA, GDPR, or FINRA requires strict data handling practices. Custom security policies can be tailored to meet specific needs, ensuring compliance without compromise. Public Cloud While public cloud providers have robust security measures, they manage a multi-tenant environment where your data coexists with others. This can sometimes limit your ability to customize security settings or ensure data does not leave a specific geographical boundary. Reason 2: Isolation from Other Users That Reduces Risk of Cross-Tenant Attacks Private Cloud By its nature, a private cloud is dedicated to one organization. This isolation prevents the possibility of data leakage or attacks from neighboring tenants, a risk inherent in public clouds where multiple clients share the same infrastructure. Public Cloud Although security measures are in place, there's always a residual risk associated with sharing hardware resources. Incidents like the Capital One breach highlight how vulnerabilities in shared... --- - Published: 2024-12-31 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/hybrid-cloud/navigating-the-costs-of-security-and-compliance-in-public-vs-private-clouds/ Enterprises are constantly faced with the dilemma of choosing Public vs. Private Clouds for their needs. While public clouds offer scalability, agility, and cost-efficiency, one of the significant hurdles organizations encounter is the increased cost associated with security and compliance. This blog post explores why managing security and compliance in public cloud environments can be more expensive than in private clouds and outlines the contributing factors. Shared Responsibility Model In public clouds, the responsibility for security is shared between the cloud service provider (CSP) and the customer. While CSPs secure the infrastructure, customers must protect their data, applications, and identity access management. This model requires businesses to: Invest in Additional Security Measures Customers need to deploy their security tools for data encryption, identity management, and monitoring, which adds to the cost. Continuous Compliance Efforts Ensuring compliance with standards like GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI DSS in a shared environment demands constant vigilance and additional tools or services for audit and compliance reporting. Complexity and Scale Public clouds host services for numerous tenants, leading to: Increased Complexity The need for sophisticated security configurations to ensure isolation between tenants, manage access control, and prevent cross-tenant attacks can necessitate more advanced (and hence, more expensive) security solutions. Scale of Operations Larger environments mean a broader attack surface and more data to protect, which can exponentially increase the cost of security measures. Compliance Challenges Compliance in public clouds can be tricky due to: Multi-Jurisdictional Data Handling Data might be stored in multiple locations, making it... --- - Published: 2024-12-24 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/aws/navigating-cloud-costs-why-aws-and-azure-management-is-tricky/ Cloud computing has become the backbone for countless organizations, but AWS and Azure Management can be complicated for enterprise teams to implement and stay within budget. Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure both offer extensive capabilities that can scale from startups to large enterprises, however, while these platforms provide immense flexibility and power, managing costs within these environments often proves difficult for users for a number of reasons. In this blog post we explore some of the cost challenges that can cause public cloud management to be tricky. Dynamic Pricing Models Challenges Complexity of Pricing Both AWS and Azure employ dynamic pricing models that can fluctuate based on usage, region, time, and even the type of service. This complexity makes straightforward cost prediction difficult. AWS, for instance, offers On-Demand Instances, Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, and Spot Instances, each with its own pricing strategy. Azure similarly has its own set of pricing options like Pay-As-You-Go, Reserved VM Instances, and Spot VMs. The variety, while beneficial for optimization, necessitates a deep understanding to utilize effectively. Hidden Costs Sometimes, costs can be buried in data transfer fees, API requests, or additional services like monitoring tools (AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor) which might not be immediately apparent to newcomers. These can significantly inflate bills if not monitored closely. Resource Management and Overprovisioning Challenges Overprovisioning Many organizations, in an attempt to ensure they never run out of resources, tend to overprovision. This means paying for capacity that isn't fully utilized. The ease of scaling up... --- - Published: 2024-10-21 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/backup-and-recovery/navigating-the-top-iaas-providers-unlocking-cloud-computings-full-potential/ The evaluation of top IaaS providers is important for enterprise customers because it can be the difference between a successful deployment and a potential setback. In 2023, HFS reported that 65% of organizations have made strategic investments in cloud, however, only 32% are achieving their ambitions. These ambitions include using cloud for everything from emails, billing, and innovative AI that optimize workflows and automate tasks. But it seems the complexity of cloud can often be the largest barrier to optimization and successful transformation. Tasking enterprise teams with addressing challenges in technical proficiency, operational intricacies, cost efficiency, system integration complexities, security protocols, and overall ecosystem reliability. It's clear that the need for nimble and scalable infrastructure solutions has become paramount for forward-thinking enterprises. But, as businesses strive to stay ahead of the curve, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) has emerged as a transformative paradigm, offering unparalleled flexibility, cost-efficiency, and strategic advantages. In this blog, we delve into the realm of top IaaS providers, unveiling their offerings and uncovering why they are the preferred choice for IT leaders seeking to propel their organizations into the digital future. Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) / Private Cloud IaaS has revolutionized the way organizations approach their infrastructure needs, fully managed IaaS services include delegating the oversight and care of critical computing components such as servers, storage, and networking to external vendors. Businesses can unburden themselves from traditional IT limitations and prioritize their key competencies to drive innovation and quickly adapt to the ever-shifting market dynamics.... --- - Published: 2024-10-14 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/opus-interactive-the-ideal-iaas-provider-for-vmware-users/ Are you a VMware user searching for the perfect Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) provider? In today’s digital age, integrating VMware into your cloud strategy requires a provider that can deliver seamless, high-performance solutions tailored to your unique needs. With the increasing demands for agility, flexibility, and robust security, choosing the right IaaS provider is more critical than ever. Opus Interactive stands out as a trusted IaaS provider for VMware users. Offering specialized infrastructure solutions that are designed for optimal performance, scalability, and compliance. Here’s how our approach can future proof your VMware environment. Why Opus Interactive is the Ideal IaaS Provider for VMware Users VMware has become a cornerstone for many businesses looking to build and manage their IT environments. However, the challenge lies in finding an IaaS provider that can fully support VMware’s capabilities. Opus Interactive brings the right combination of expertise and infrastructure to ensure that your VMware workloads perform efficiently and securely. Here’s why Opus Interactive should be your go-to IaaS provider: Seamless Integration: Opus Interactive's IaaS platform integrates effortlessly with VMware environments. Allowing for smooth migration and ongoing management of your VMware workloads in the cloud. Scalability: As a VMware user, you need an IaaS provider that can scale alongside your operations. Opus Interactive provides scalable resources, enabling you to grow and expand without worrying about infrastructure limitations. Cost-Effective Performance: Our IaaS solutions are designed for intelligent performance, offering up to 52% improvement in performance at cost-effective rates. Security and Compliance: We provide full compliance... --- - Published: 2024-10-07 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/iaas-service-providers-choosing-the-best-provider-for-your-business-needs/ In the ever-evolving world of cloud computing, selecting the right Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) provider is pivotal for businesses aiming to leverage scalable, secure, and cost-effective infrastructure solutions. With the growing number of IaaS service providers available, finding the right fit can be challenging for IT leaders. The decision goes beyond cost—it involves evaluating performance, security, scalability, and support capabilities. Understanding IaaS: A Foundation for Innovation IaaS providers offer businesses the ability to outsource physical data center management by delivering virtualized computing resources over the cloud. As IT leaders look for ways to optimize infrastructure, reduce costs, and scale operations, IaaS becomes an appealing solution. By shifting to the cloud, businesses can benefit from the agility of a flexible infrastructure without the overhead associated with maintaining physical servers. Key Criteria When Choosing IaaS Service Providers When selecting an IaaS service provider, technical leaders need to focus on several key factors. These include: 1. Performance and Reliability The ability of an IaaS service provider to ensure consistent performance and reliability is crucial for any business. This involves understanding uptime guarantees, the provider’s network infrastructure, and the efficiency of their servers. Companies should also evaluate the latency of data transfers and the provider’s ability to scale resources based on demand. 2. Security and Compliance As businesses handle sensitive data, ensuring that an IaaS provider offers robust security protocols is essential. Look for providers that adhere to industry standards, such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, and HIPAA compliance. Also look for offering... --- - Published: 2024-10-03 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/iaas-cloud-computing-enterprise-grade-solutions-from-opus-interactive/ How can your business stay agile, scalable, and secure in an increasingly digital world? For many enterprises, the answer lies in leveraging the right IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) cloud computing provider. With the ability to scale resources on demand, improve operational efficiency, and maintain strong security, IaaS is the go-to solution for companies looking to optimize their cloud infrastructure. Secondly, not all IaaS cloud computing providers offer the same level of service, support, and customization. Which can make choosing the correct provider a challenge. Opus Interactive offers enterprise-grade IaaS cloud computing solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses. Basically, if you’re migrating to the cloud for the first time or optimizing existing workloads. Here's why our IaaS solutions stand out and how they can help future-proof your infrastructure. The Role of IaaS Cloud Computing in Business Growth As digital transformation accelerates across industries, businesses need cloud infrastructure that can keep up with evolving demands. IaaS allows companies to access computing resources over the internet—such as virtual machines, storage, and networking—without the need to invest in physical hardware. But beyond basic functionality, the best IaaS cloud computing providers deliver tailored solutions that align with business goals. Opus Interactive’s IaaS services offer the flexibility, security, and performance that today’s enterprises require, with the ability to scale resources seamlessly and cost-effectively. Why Opus Interactive is a Leading IaaS Cloud Computing Provider As an established IaaS cloud computing provider, Opus Interactive delivers solutions that are designed for enterprise use. Here’s why... --- - Published: 2024-09-30 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/the-best-iaas-solutions-future-proof-your-infrastructure/ What steps are you taking today to ensure your infrastructure can meet the demands of tomorrow? As businesses navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape, the ability to adapt and scale is paramount. Choosing the right Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) solutions is critical to future-proofing your operations. Along with ensuring flexibility, security, and performance for years to come. With the right IaaS provider, your infrastructure can grow as your business does—without limitations. Opus Interactive offers a tailored approach to IaaS that delivers flexible, intelligent performance, backed by decades of expertise. Here’s why the best IaaS solutions, like those provided by Opus Interactive, are essential for future-proofing your infrastructure. Your Scalability Matters More Than Ever In a fast-moving digital world, businesses can’t afford to be constrained by rigid infrastructure. IaaS enables businesses to scale up or down on demand. Additionally, responding to changing market conditions or internal growth without costly hardware investments. With Opus Interactive’s dedicated IaaS solutions, your cloud stack will be built to your specific needs. Consequentially, ensuring the scalability you require for future growth. Our flexible IaaS solutions offer up to 52% performance improvement over traditional infrastructures, giving you the power to innovate faster and respond to new challenges. Whether you're expanding into new markets, launching new products, or navigating a digital transformation, scalability is key to your success. Additionally, Opus Interactive can provide this level of scalability. Secure Your Future with Compliance and Performance As businesses face stricter regulatory requirements and more sophisticated cybersecurity threats, security and... --- - Published: 2024-08-28 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/vmware/challenges-and-successful-strategies-for-migrating-enterprise-workloads-to-private-cloud-environments/ The current landscape of business operations heavily relies on data accessibility and availability for organizations to remain competitive and adaptable in today's fast-paced environment. With the increasing shift towards digital transformation initiatives and cloud migrations, maintaining a seamless flow of data becomes imperative for businesses undergoing these transitions. VMware Cloud emerges as a leading platform, offering a robust private cloud ecosystem for businesses to host their workloads efficiently. As well as providing the security and control of private cloud with the scale and availability of public cloud environments. In this post, we explore how data availability intersects with migration to VMware Cloud. We will also discuss strategies companies can adopt to ensure a smooth transition. And we will conclude with the advantages of selecting Opus Interactive as your partner for VMware Cloud. The importance of data availability Data availability refers to the accessibility and reliability of data when and where it is needed. For businesses operating in dynamic environments, uninterrupted access to data is essential for driving informed decision-making. Additionally, maintaining operational continuity and delivering seamless user experiences. However, migrating data to a new environment, such as VMware Cloud, introduces challenges that can impact availability if not addressed effectively. Challenges of data migration Data synchronization: Migrating large volumes of data to VMware Cloud requires careful planning. Thought has to be put into ensuring data synchronization between on-premises and cloud environments. Any discrepancies or delays in data replication can result in inconsistencies and potential data loss. Downtime: Minimizing downtime during the... --- - Published: 2024-06-13 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/colocation-cost-factors/ There are critical colocation cost factors that influence overall spend. These can make or break your enterprise IT budget. From location to the importance of security features, bandwidth needs, and cost of reliable power - each element plays a significant role in determining the overall cost. Key Takeaways Understanding factors influencing colocation pricing Considering value for money, not just the lowest cost Accounting for security, redundancy, connectivity, and support Using a checklist for systematic evaluation of colocation services Location Impact When evaluating colocation costs, the geographical location of a data center greatly impacts pricing and service offerings. The data center location plays a critical role in determining the overall cost of colocation services. Colocation facility location directly affects various cost components, including real estate prices, energy expenses, and labor costs. The geographic impact on colocation pricing extends beyond just the physical location. Factors such as proximity to telecommunication hubs, network connectivity options, and disaster risk levels also influence costs. Data center location can affect latency and network performance, making it essential for businesses to choose a strategic location that aligns with their operational needs. Choosing a data center in a prime location may come with a higher price tag due to increased demand and operating expenses. However, the benefits of enhanced connectivity, reduced latency, and improved disaster recovery capabilities can outweigh the costs. Conversely, selecting a data center in a less expensive location might result in trade-offs regarding network quality and resilience. When selecting a colocation facility location, businesses should... --- - Published: 2024-06-10 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/colocation-hosting-pricing/ When considering colocation hosting pricing, there are lots of considerations that can leave you pondering the best choice for your enterprise needs. Understanding the intricacies of cost structures and service offerings is pivotal in this decision-making process. By uncovering the nuances of pricing models and the value proposition they present, you can effectively assess which colocation solution aligns with your objectives. In this post we've highlighted how various factors influence pricing strategies and how to navigate and optimize your hosting investment. Key Takeaways Understanding factors influencing colocation pricing is crucial. Evaluate value for money, not just the lowest cost. Consider security, redundancy, connectivity, and support services. Use a checklist to systematically assess colocation pricing and services. Factors Influencing Colocation Pricing Analyzing the key factors that influence colocation pricing is essential for businesses seeking to make informed decisions about their data center needs. When considering datacenter colocation, several key elements come into play. Colocation cost is influenced by various factors, including the location of the data center, the level of security and redundancy provided, the connectivity options available, and the quality of support services offered by the provider. The geographical location of the data center plays a significant role in determining colocation pricing. Data centers in prime locations with access to strong network infrastructure may command higher prices due to increased demand and operating costs. The level of security measures and redundancy features implemented by the colocation services provider can also impact the overall cost. Providers offering advanced security protocols and... --- - Published: 2024-05-01 - Modified: 2025-07-08 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/benefits-of-colocation-services/ Are you wondering what the benefits of colocation services are for your business? It's more than convenience. Enhanced security, increased connectivity, and scalability are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what colocation can offer. Curious to find out how these advantages can transform your IT infrastructure and elevate your business to new heights of efficiency and productivity? Stay tuned to uncover the full spectrum of benefits that colocation services bring to the table. Key Takeaways Understanding cost factors: Assess location, bandwidth, power needs, scalability, and services for accurate pricing evaluation. Decision-making criteria: Consider security, redundancy, connectivity, support, and SLAs to determine value over cost. Comparative analysis approach: Look beyond price to evaluate total cost of ownership and potential savings. Evaluation checklist: Use a structured framework to systematically assess colocation pricing and services for informed decisions. Cost Efficiency To achieve best cost efficiency when evaluating colocation services, prioritize understanding the key factors that influence pricing and aligning them with your business requirements. When delving into data center colocation pricing, it's vital to contemplate various aspects that contribute to colocation cost. Factors such as location, power needs, bandwidth requirements, and additional services can greatly impact colocation services pricing. Begin by evaluating your business's specific needs and objectives. Understanding your requirements is essential to determining which colocation services will offer the best value for your investment. By aligning these needs with the pricing structures of different providers, you can make informed decisions that optimize cost efficiency. Colocation cost isn't... --- - Published: 2024-03-27 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/vmware-by-broadcom-navigating-vmware-license-changes-in-vcf-and-vvf/ The latest cloud services from VMware by Broadcom bring with them licensing adjustments to transition to a subscription-based model that may impact your enterprise. These changes involve the consolidation of all services into vSphere for small to medium deployments. Along with VCF for medium to large deployments. With support for hybrid cloud environments. The table below shows features included in both VVF and VCF licensing model types. When it comes to licensing and deployment with the new VMware by Broadcom cloud services, there are several key characteristics to consider. From understanding your licensing needs to ensuring a seamless deployment process, these factors play a crucial role in maximizing the benefits of this innovative solution. With the right strategy in place, businesses can leverage the power of VMware by Broadcom to enhance efficiency, streamline operations, and drive growth. Best Practices for VMware by Broadcom Licensing Cost: The modified pricing frameworks could change companies' cost structures and require reevaluation of IT spend. To navigate this landscape successfully, businesses must proactively analyze the impact of these alterations. And in turn implement strategic adjustments, along with optimizing resource management to mitigate financial risks and maintain sustainable operations. License Flexibility: The revised licensing model by VMware could potentially impact the deployment and management of licenses. Prompting the need for businesses to adapt their strategies for procuring and distributing licenses effectively. As companies navigate these changes, it becomes crucial to reassess existing practices. It's also important to make necessary adjustments to ensure compliance and efficiency in... --- - Published: 2024-03-25 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/vmware/broadcoms-advantage-partner-program-vmware-cloud-foundation-services-and-choosing-a-white-label-partner/ Broadcom's Advantage Partner Program has brought about some disruptive changes in the cloud industry. After the November 2023 purchase of VMware by Broadcom, there is a shift in IT suppliers delivering VMware cloud and reduction in product SKUs available. The VMware Partner Connect Program comes to an end, effective April 30, 2024. A select number of partners were invited to join the Broadcom Expert Advantage Partner Program as Pinnacle, Premier, or White Label participants. This post provides information on the new product offering and white label program, as well as selection criteria for choosing the right white label partner. In addition to ending VMware's channel program and reducing participants, Broadcom also simplified 168 products, bundles, and editions into a single VMware Cloud Foundation SKU. The new VMware Cloud Foundation product is a simple and yet robust offering that includes enterprise cloud essentials with full support for hybrid cloud and multi-cloud deployments in a packaged price model that is available month to month and with 1/3/5-Year Contract Pricing. VMware Cloud Foundation includes: Storage: vSphere Enterprise Plus (including Tanzu Kubernetes Grid and vCenter) Compute: vSAN Enterprise (1 TiB / Core included with SKU) Networking: NSX Networking for VCF MultiCloud Monitoring & Management: Aria Suite Enterprise Hybrid Cloud Migration: HCX Enterprise Network Monitoring: Aria Operations for Networks Enterprise Database Management: Data Services Manager SDDC Manager The table below maps legacy product offering to new VMware Cloud Foundation offering. Customers also have the option of seven add on products as well, including firewall, disaster... --- - Published: 2024-03-18 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/iaas/choosing-the-best-iaas-service-providers-a-complete-guide/ Most organizations have adopted a multi-cloud, hybrid approach, where private cloud plays an essential role. According to Flexera's 2024 State of the Cloud Report, 36% of organizations use VMware vSphere/vCenter private cloud, up from 28% YoY. This growth reflects businesses embracing the profound impact that IAAS, as part of hybrid and multicloud strategies, can have on operations. By leveraging the scalability and flexibility of cloud technology, enterprises can optimize processes, boost productivity, and stay ahead in a competitive market environment where agility and adaptability are key. Among the diverse array of cloud services available, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) stands out as a cornerstone. Offering increased performance, flexibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. Selecting the right IaaS service provider is key. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll take a deep dive into the aspects of IaaS, explore the multifaceted role of service providers, and spotlight Opus Interactive as the premier choice for enterprises seeking to unlock the full potential of cloud infrastructure. Understanding the Evolving Landscape of IaaS: Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses manage their IT infrastructure. Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) represents a paradigm shift to scalable, on-demand storage, process, and compute over capital intensive models of owning and managing infrastructure. IaaS enables businesses to offload the management of physical infrastructure to third-party service providers, this in turn provide virtual resources such as servers, storage, and networking on a pay-as-you-go basis. This model not only eliminates the need for costly upfront investments in hardware, but it also provides businesses with... --- - Published: 2024-02-14 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/customer-experience/tech-savvy-it-professionals-25-hilarious-dad-jokes-just-for-you/ Tech savvy IT can sometimes feel a bit impersonal when it's just space, power, cooling, and uptime. That's why, here at Opus Interactive, we strive to bring the human factor to the world of technology and uplevel the customer experience, while also providing reliable end-to-end cloud and colocation services. We believe in the power of a good laugh to lighten the mood and bring people together. So, in honor of all the tech-savvy humans out there, we've taken a moment to compile a list of dad jokes that are sure to make you chuckle. Whether you're a C-level IT executive or a tech enthusiast, we hope these jokes bring a smile to your face and brighten your day. So sit back, relax, and get ready for some IT-themed humor. Enjoy! Why should you never use “beef stew” as a computer password? It’s not stroganoff. What does the Password say when it looks at itself in the mirror? Don't listen to Google. You are a strong, confident password. Set your wifi password to 2444666668888888. Then, when someone asks for it, tell them it's 12345678. What did the NOC Tech say to the computer? Happy 3 week anniversary to the 26 browser tabs I have open. Whoever said that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results has obviously never had to reboot a computer. Why are iPhone chargers not called Apple Juice? ! Why did the computer take its shoes off and... --- - Published: 2024-02-12 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/colocation-services-why-choose-opus-interactive-in-2024/ 2024 is here! And, whether economics, supply chain, or advances in technology are driving it, companies are reevaluating their IT infrastructure strategies. For many small and large enterprises, transitioning to colocation services are expected to increase in the coming years, which delivers significant benefits over hosting onsite including enhanced resilience, relentless security and flexibility to innovate. A report by Future Market Insights projects the US market size for colocation to grow from $69. 7 billion to $279. 1 billion in the next 10 years. With escalating demand for robust colocation services, identifying the right provider is essential. With a customer NPS score of 9. 4, our dependable, customizable colocation services ensure you’re future-ready with a superior customer experience far beyond 2024. Defining Colocation (Colo) Services Colocation services involve housing your IT equipment, including services, switches, routers etc. in a leased third-party hosting facility within a dedicated offsite data center location rather than owning and maintaining a datacenter on-premises. Colocation services free up your team and budget. Space, power, cooling, monitoring, and maintenance are handled by expert providers in purpose-built facilities, this enhances maximum uptime and allowing your technical talent to concentrate on your core business and enabling applications and workloads that drive revenue. Advancing Business Goals with Colocation Data Centers Thanks to purpose-built data centers, colocation services deliver advantages over handling complicated infrastructure internally for most companies. Benefits of utilizing third-party colocation data centers includes: Bolstering resilience and minimizing disruptions from power loss, network failures or natural disasters via redundant... --- - Published: 2023-11-20 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-security/fortifying-your-enterprise-cloud-security-in-2024/ Cloud security is top of mind for the enterprise as we step into 2024. The digital landscape continues to evolve, presenting both unprecedented opportunities and, unfortunately, new cybersecurity challenges for enterprises. With the pace of innovation moving so quickly, staying secure requires a proactive and informed approach. Key Cloud Security Considerations for Enterprises Embrace Zero Trust Architecture: The traditional perimeter-based security model is no longer sufficient. Embrace a Zero Trust Architecture, where trust is never assumed, and verification is required from everyone. Both inside and outside the organization. This approach minimizes the risk of unauthorized access and lateral movement within networks. Strengthen Endpoint Security: With the increasing prevalence of remote work, endpoints become crucial targets for cyber adversaries. Implement robust endpoint security measures, including advanced threat detection, endpoint encryption, and regular security updates. This ensures a secure foundation for your organization's digital interactions. Leverage Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) for proactive threat detection and response. These technologies can analyze vast amounts of data, identify patterns, and autonomously respond to potential security incidents, bolstering your defense against sophisticated attacks. For instance, fully manned and fully managed MDR similar to OpusSecurity ensures enterprise IT teams get the most from state of the art software, automation, and intelligence. Prioritize Cloud Security: As enterprises continue to migrate to the cloud, prioritize robust cloud security measures. Ensure that data stored in the cloud is encrypted, implement access controls, and regularly audit configurations to mitigate... --- - Published: 2023-06-21 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/international-women-in-engineering/ In celebration of International Women In Engineering Day 2023 we've compiled a list of FREE training... In celebration of International Women In Engineering Day 2023 we've compiled a list of FREE training resources to systems and network engineering careers. At Opus Interactive, connecting people with technology is our mission. In that pursuit, we passionately advocate for providing more opportunity for women in the space. This is important because, despite making up more than half of the workforce, just 24. 2% of bachelor's degrees in engineering were earned by women in 2020. Women of Color earned 9. 6% of the total engineering degrees. Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic has been an unprecedented challenge for everyone. With it came a disproportionate effect on women due to the added stress of juggling work and family responsibilities. According to Nancy Rothbard, a professor in the Wharton School who studies work-life balance, "Women with young children especially have experienced an extra set of stressors that have made this period even more difficult. " As we look towards the future of the engineering, technology, and computing industries, it is evident that there will be plenty of job opportunities available. In fact, according to current predictions, over the next decade these fields are estimated to experience a total growth of 20%. Specifically, engineering occupations are expected to see an increase in jobs by 5%, engineering technology occupations by 2%, and computing occupations by an impressive 13%. With such a strong demand for professionals in these areas, this is an ideal time to become certified or start training for one of these sought-after career paths.... --- - Published: 2023-06-14 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/best-practices-to-ensure-cloud-security/ The advent of cloud computing brought unprecedented convenience and efficiency but also... The advent of cloud computing brought unprecedented convenience and efficiency but also highlighted the necessity for robust cloud security frameworks. Many businesses grapple with concerns over entrusting their data and applications to third-party platforms, coupled with fears about potential security risks of internet data transmission. Netwrix’s 2022 Cloud Data Security report revealed that 53% of organizations had faced an attack on their cloud systems in the past year, leading to unforeseen costs due to rectifying cloud security lapses. This underscores the urgency for enhanced cloud security measures. To mitigate such risks, enterprises should adopt cybersecurity best practices and leverage advanced tools to bolster their cloud infrastructure. While completely averting every possible attack may be unrealistic, strategically implementing these practices can significantly fortify an organization's defenses, protect data, and promote robust cloud security protocols. What Is Cloud Security? Cloud security, a specific discipline within cybersecurity, aims at strengthening cloud computing systems. It’s pivotal in preserving data privacy and safeguarding online-based infrastructures, applications, and platforms. This security endeavor demands collaboration between cloud service providers and their clients, encompassing everyone from individuals to large corporations. Cloud providers, who run services on perpetually internet-connected servers, invest heavily in comprehensive cloud security systems to maintain customer trust by ensuring data privacy and security. Simultaneously, clients also bear a responsibility for securing their data in the cloud, highlighting the dual-responsibility nature of effective cloud security. Navigating this intricate landscape necessitates understanding the best practices for establishing a secure cloud system. Let’s delve into these practices and... --- - Published: 2023-06-14 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/understanding-colocation-data-center-security/ A colocation data center, often referred to as a 'colo,' is a type of data center where businesses... What is a Colocation Center? A colocation data center, often referred to as a 'colo,' is a type of data center where businesses can rent space for servers and other computing hardware. Colocation data centers can accommodate everything from individual servers to whole racks, cabinets, and private suites, based on the security and operational needs of the businesses they serve. Alongside offering the physical space and crucial resources such as power, cooling systems, and high-speed internet connectivity, a key feature of these facilities is robust security. This ensures the protection of the valuable hardware and data within the premises. Who Leverages Colocation Centers and Why? Various businesses leverage colocation centers – from network providers and cloud service providers to large enterprises and small startups. These diverse organizations share a common need: reliable, secure, and efficient IT infrastructure without the significant expense and complexities of building and maintaining a private data center. Colocation data centers offer numerous benefits: Cost Efficiency: Constructing a private data center entails considerable investment, including the initial building costs and ongoing expenses for maintenance, security, and staffing. Colocation centers offer an economical alternative, providing top-tier facilities and services at a fraction of the cost. Scalability: As businesses grow, their IT needs expand. Colocation centers offer the flexibility to scale resources according to demand, allowing businesses to pay only for what they currently need. Colocation Center Security Best Practices: Colocation centers are equipped with advanced security measures that include physical (e. g. , CCTV surveillance, biometric access controls)... --- - Published: 2023-05-23 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/backup-and-recovery/implementing-a-backup-backup-and-business-recovery-plan/ Sometimes things can go wrong, and when they do you need to have a backup and recovery... Sometimes things can go wrong, and when they do you need to have a backup and recovery plan. If something should happen to the equipment in your facility, for example, it would be nice to know that you have that information stored elsewhere so you can pick up the work later without skipping a beat. A good backup and recovery strategy is important to ensure company-wide resilience and allow for steady productivity in the case of an unfortunate event, and it could be crucial in your time of desperation. Creating a strategy right for you Every company is different and has different needs for its information storage and recovery. The first step to developing or adapting a strategy is to take a look at what you specifically need and continue to monitor the situation to make optimizations. Review your current strategy First things first: you need to take a good hard look at what you’ve been doing already. Do you have a plan in place that needs a little tweaking, or are you starting with nothing, and not a trace of how to begin? Let’s start here. What are your current backup procedures? How often do you perform data backups and what hardware and software do you use to do them? Have you tested or checked the information after a backup was completed? How much time do you need to be able to recover information after it’s been backed up? All of these questions will help you to see your... --- - Published: 2023-05-23 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/colocation/guide-to-multi-cloud-strategies/ Multi-cloud strategies encompasses when your data is stored across cloud platforms that... Multi-cloud strategies encompasses when your data is stored across cloud platforms that meet the performance, compliance, and latency needs of your workloads, you can achieve a level of security and reliability that you hadn’t before. We’re talking about multi-cloud strategies. And while these strategies are more complex than cloud hosting with a single provider or platform, they provide so many benefits that we’d be remiss if we failed to mention them. Continue reading to learn more about the applications and advantages of multi-cloud strategies! What is a multi-cloud strategy? "Multi-cloud" strategy refers to a collection of multiple public and private cloud platforms. Instead of using just one vendor for cloud hosting, storage, and the full application stack, multi-cloud configurations use several. Therefore, a company that uses a multi-cloud deployment typically incorporates multiple clouds from more than one cloud provider. Multi-cloud deployments have a number of uses. They can leverage multiple IaaS (infrastructure-as-a-service) vendors, or use different vendors for IaaS, PaaS (platform-as-a-service), and SaaS (software-as-a-service) services. Multi-cloud could also be purely used for the purpose of redundancy and system backup, or incorporating different cloud vendors for different levels of compliance latency, or security. What is the difference between multi-cloud and hybrid cloud? "Hybrid cloud" describes the mixing of two or more distinct types of infrastructure: it combines a private cloud, an on-premise data center, or both with at least one public cloud. Multi-cloud refers to several different clouds being deployed. When is a multi-cloud strategy useful? A multi-cloud system is a... --- - Published: 2023-05-23 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/what-is-dedicated-iaas-everything-you-need-to-know/ Dedicated Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) is a cloud delivery model that provides on-demand... Dedicated Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) is a cloud delivery model that provides on-demand computing resources over the Internet, including networking, storage, and other infrastructural components. Before IaaS, businesses would have to purchase and maintain their hardware and software for their computing needs. But now, dedicated IaaS allows users to develop, grow, and scale without buying and maintaining any physical hardware. The power and flexibility of IaaS enable it to support a wide variety of businesses, developers, researchers, and other individuals who want control over their infrastructure and the software inside that infrastructure. Read on to learn everything you need to know about IaaS! How is IaaS different from PaaS and SaaS? Like other “as a service” models, such as Platform as a service (PaaS) and Software as a service (SaaS), infrastructure as a service models offer a degree of management. But what exactly is the difference between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS? The answer is that they each provide a different cloud service: an infrastructure environment versus platform tools versus complete applications. Depending on the service type you choose, the CSP manages different elements of the computing stack: Infrastructure as a service (IaaS) For IaaS models, the service provider hosts, maintains, and updates the backend infrastructure. This can include computing, storage, networking, and virtualization. You manage everything else including the operating system, middleware, data, and applications. Platform as a service (PaaS) PaaS models, like IaaS models, entail the service provider delivering and managing the backend infrastructure. However, PaaS models provide... --- - Published: 2023-05-23 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/types-of-cloud-computing-explained/ There are four main types of cloud computing: private clouds, public clouds, hybrid clouds, and... There are four main types of cloud computing: private clouds, public clouds, hybrid clouds, and multi-clouds. So, what are each of these clouds, and how will they help you? Choosing a cloud type or cloud service for your business is a unique decision. No two clouds are the same (even if they’re the same type), and no two cloud services are used to solve the same problem. But by understanding the similarities, you’ll be more informed on the caveats of these types of cloud computing, and how each cloud service could potentially impact your business. Public Cloud While private clouds just provide computing services to a single organization, public clouds are managed by third-party vendors that offer on-demand cloud services to multiple different organizations. Some examples of public clouds are Google, Microsoft Azure, and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Traditional public clouds always ran off-premises, but today's public cloud providers have started offering cloud services on clients’ on-premise data centers. This has made location and ownership distinctions obsolete. The major benefit of public clouds is that they’re cost effective, low maintenance, and provide significant scalability. Private Cloud Private clouds are loosely defined as cloud environments solely dedicated to a single end user or group, where the environment usually runs behind that user or group's firewall. Dedicated IaaS is an example. All clouds become private clouds when the underlying IT infrastructure is dedicated to a single customer with completely isolated access. This is a huge plus when it comes to data security.... --- - Published: 2022-01-26 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/the-new-norm-2021-predictions-for-digital-post-pandemic-demand-2/ As the planet continues to adapt to changes in response to the global health pandemic... As the planet continues to adapt to changes in response to the global health pandemic, unprecedented change continues to unfold. Here are some predictions for the oncoming changes we might come across. How it Started COVID launched accelerated adoption of cloud-based services across all sectors. In short, as social distancing guidelines emerged in response to the pandemic cloud became the way of the world. If your business wasn’t cloud-based, you very quickly found a way to deliver products and services online because cloud adoption was synonymous with business continuity. Connectivity and infrastructure saw major investments - from 5G to SpaceX's Starlink that recently surpassed 1200 satellites with an aim to bridge the digital divide for harder to reach rural areas. The world quickly ramped up: Healthcare/telehealth/tech apps Online education Gaming Video streaming services E-commerce WFH In many instances, solutions were built for interim use with the intent that we’d all return to business as usual after a few weeks. Months later, enterprises are working to ensure reliability, security, and performance for longer term delivery. And, cloud adoption is here to stay, with workloads beginning to shift out to the hybrid models. How it’s Going We’re living in the new norm. Industries are innovating across the board and demand for cloud-based services and products continues to grow. Enterprises are adopting hybrid and multi-cloud strategies to ensure workloads are meeting performance, security, and cost needs. The solutions are growing in complexity, but service offerings are evolving to streamline and automate. Infrastructure investment... --- - Published: 2021-03-22 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/the-new-norm-2021-predictions-for-digital-post-pandemic-demand/ As the planet continues to adapt to changes in response to the global health pandemic, unprecedented... As the planet continues to adapt to changes in response to the global health pandemic, unprecedented change continues to unfold. This includes Cloud Computing. In this post we are going to be discussing the possible changes that will take place in the world of Cloud. Cloud Computing: How it started COVID launched accelerated adoption of cloud-based services and increased cloud computing across all sectors. In short, as social distancing guidelines emerged in response to the pandemic cloud became the way of the world. If your business wasn’t cloud-based, you very quickly found a way to deliver products and services online because cloud adoption was synonymous with business continuity. Connectivity and infrastructure saw major investments - from 5G to SpaceX's Starlink that recently surpassed 1200 satellites with an aim to bridge the digital divide for harder to reach rural areas. The world quickly ramped up: Healthcare/telehealth/tech apps Online education Gaming Video streaming services E-commerce WFH In many instances, solutions were built for interim use with the intent that we’d all return to business as usual after a few weeks. Months later, enterprises are working to ensure reliability, security, and performance for longer term delivery. And, cloud adoption is here to stay, with workloads beginning to shift out to the hybrid models. Cloud Computing: How it’s going We’re living in the new norm. Industries are innovating across the board and demand for cloud-based services and products continues to grow. Enterprises are adopting hybrid and multi-cloud strategies to ensure workloads are distributed in... --- - Published: 2020-10-19 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/how-it-modernization-initiatives-are-impacting-federal-agencies/ Driven by modernization, cyber, cloud, and AI, Government-wide IT spending across all agencies... Driven by modernization, cyber, cloud, and AI, Government-wide IT spending across all agencies is projected to be $90. 9B for FY2021. Agencies are undergoing the largest digital transformation in history and are faced with challenges like legacy infrastructure, growing data delivery needs, and navigating the complex web of solutions with a limited pool of trusted advisors. They are accomplishing this while also navigating social distance requirements due to the pandemic. Initiatives like the Data Center Optimiation Initiative (DCOI), Federal IT FITARA, and Modernizing Government Technology Act (MGTA) are driving efforts to build strategies with quantifiable goals to optimize, consolidate and adopt cloud computing to modernize IT. Data shows that benefits range from cost savings, freeing up staff time, and helping accomplish their agency’s mission more efficiently. The President's Budget for the most recent Fiscal Year identify IT spend in the following categories: Legacy IT Spending IT Modernization Technology Modernization Fund Cybersecurity Modern Public-Facing Services Cloud Adoption/Email Migration Improving Data Analytics and IT Portfolio Management Improving the IT Workforce The intended savings goals put in place by these initiatives are working. Data Center Optimization Intiatives (DCOI) savings, and non-data center agency savings continue to build the business case for modernization and the benefits of hybrid and multi-cloud solutions. Progress reported on the Data Center Optimization Initiative Site shows that since 2016 210 tiered datacenters have closed and 3,005 non-tiered data centers closed. Additionally, to date agencies have realized $1,943,972,508 in savings and cost avoidance. To maximize efficiencies in the midst of... --- - Published: 2019-07-09 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/connectivity-bridging-the-digital-divide-in-america/ This brave new digital world we’re building every day requires a high-speed broadband connection... This brave new digital world we’re building every day requires a high-speed broadband connection. Many rural areas in the United States are unable to take advantage of digital services and capabilities that are an everyday part of life for urban residents. From running and growing a business, to completing school assignments, applying for a job, accessing high-quality health care. Even things like keeping up with the news, connecting with friends and family, and enjoying entertainment. The Telecommunications Act of 1996 requires the Federal Communications Commission to report annually on whether advanced telecommunications capability “is being deployed to all Americans in a reasonable and timely fashion”. They must also take “immediate action” if it is not. Congress defined advanced telecommunications capability as “high-quality” capability that allows users to “originate and receive high-quality voice, data, graphics, and video” services. FCC’s 2018 Broadband Deployment Report reports that nearly 25 million Americans lack access to 25 Mbps download/3 Mbps upload (25 Mbps/3 Mbps) for fixed services. In urban areas, 97% of Americans have access to advanced/high-speed capability. In rural areas, that number falls to 65%. On Tribal lands, barely 60% have access. Door-to-door survey inquiries among rural and Tribal areas suggest that the number of Americans without access may be even higher than those reported. (Example: Johnson’s, California lists 25Mbps, but access for most is limited to satellite connectivity wi-fi provided by on Jack Norton Elementary property limits. ) What Connectivity Offers Telehealth For rural areas, access to basic services at care facilities can... --- - Published: 2019-05-31 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/creating-opportunities-for-women-in-it-it-starts-with-stem/ It’s a fairly well known fact that women are underrepresented in the worlds of science, technology... It’s a fairly well-known fact that women are underrepresented in the worlds of science, technology, engineering, and math. Some progress has definitely been made, definitely a good starting point. So, let’s see where the statistics stand today for Women in Tech. Statistics show that women now hold a lower share of computer science jobs than they did in the 1980’s. New technologies are advancing rapidly and solutions to store, compute, and transfer data across the tech industry continue to expand, but opportunities for women have shrunk. The importance of improving opportunities for women in the space has never been more key. But it's not enough to just spark an interest. It's honing that interest over time through mentors, programs, and training pathways. And beyond that, creating welcoming workplace cultures, career opportunities for small business development. And in addition, access to capital for women entrepreneurs in the technology sector. Some large organizations are leading the charge - Federal Agencies have developed procurement goals to increase the number of women suppliers. Corporations like HPE, SpaceX, Facebook, and Oracle are appointing women to their highest leadership positions and Boards. Organizations like NASA, Tesla, and Iron Mountain are creating STEM Days to generate awareness and introducing middle school girls to careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. Most important, those organizations are starting the conversation and generating support at multiple stages - and recognizing that Women in Tech evolve from Girls in STEM and every journey is different. --- - Published: 2019-04-23 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/unlocking-the-secrets-of-the-hybrid-cloud/ Right sizing and distributing workloads across a hybrid environment makes all the difference... Right sizing and distributing workloads across a hybrid environment makes all the difference for performance, cost, security, and scale. But not every cloud is the right cloud and not every data center is the same. The secret to unlocking the hybrid cloud is understanding how the benefits of all available options in the mix can help you to more effectively deploy assets to where they yield the most return for your specific enterprise needs. Enterprises are increasingly adopting a hybrid approach that includes public cloud, private cloud, colocation, and on-prem infrastructure. A study by Forrester showed that organizations are deploying between one and three of each type of cloud platform on average (i. e. , hosted private cloud, internal private cloud, and public cloud). That mix is further distributed with on-prem and colocated equipment, and trending toward near balanced usage of all platforms. For a short while, many enterprises were migrating direct to public cloud. In a recent 451 Research survey, 20% of companies surveyed reported that cost drove them to move one or more of their workloads from public clouds into private clouds. Similarly, IDC reported that 53% of enterprises were -- or were considering -- bringing their workloads back on premises or to private cloud networks as well. Top reasons for cloud “repatriation” include performance/availability issues, data sovereignty, regulation changes, on-prem and private cloud environment improvements, and high costs. Finding your Hybrid Mix Infrastructure is complex. Legacy systems that worked within on-prem, cloud, or colocation environments are being... --- - Published: 2019-02-09 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/2019-healthcare-it-trends/ At the close of 2018, there were more than 16 million people working in healthcare - an... At the close of 2018, there were more than 16 million people working in healthcare. With an estimated 11% of all jobs in the US economy. Industry growth and demand for new technologies and digital health tools that enable healthcare professionals to collaborate and engage patients in their own healthcare journey is also on the rise. Digital health tools that deliver a seamless healthcare experience between patient and practitioner are driving transformation within the industry. Virtual caregivers, coaching apps, personal electronic health records, and new technologies are improving health, wellness, and longevity. Telehealth According to American Telemedicine Association, more than 50% of all US hospitals have a telehealth program. Statista shared results of a cross-sectional survey of patients and clinicians participating in telehealth revealing that the number of telehealth patients rose to 7 million in 2018. Reasons cites include convenience, quality, and overall satisfaction. • 79% of study participants said that it was easier to schedule a convenient appointment time for a telehealth follow-up visit than for a clinic visit • 68% rated their visit a nine or a ten on a ten-point satisfaction scale • 66% said they had strong personal connections to their telehealth provider • 62% said the quality of care via telehealth was the same as an in-person visit • 21% said the quality of care via telehealth was better than an in-person visit • average cost for a telehealth visit is around $45, compared to $125 average in-person visit AI, Machine Learning and Analytics According... --- - Published: 2019-02-05 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/satellite-constellations-vs-submarine-cables/ Analysts from Gartner, 451 Research, and Forrester came together at PTC 2019 to share industry... Analysts from Gartner, 451 Research, and Forrester came together at PTC 2019 to share industry insights on trends for the year ahead. Long story short, all things satellite constellations or submarine cables, data centers, cloud, and constellations. Long story, long. This... . Everyone wants their own submarine cable. Datacenter and telecom players are exploring mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships to meet enterprise and hyper scale needs through connectivity and augmented services. It’s all coming together and frankly, is very exciting. Sitting in traffic is never fun in the real world. The same is true on the internet superhighway. Traffic on existing cables is increasing; subsea cable investment isn’t just for telecom anymore. To ensure availability and latency needs are met, hyperscale players are investing in their own their own transport systems on the internet superhighway. Map of worldwide submarine cables Satellite connectivity is gaining investment. You probably know that SpaceX received FCC approval to launch a broadband internet constellation. But they aren't the only ones! Providers across the planet are exploring low-orbit satellite investment. Does satellite connectivity eat traditional connectivity? No. However, use cases like extreme rural areas will benefit from a more simplified deployment. Time will tell how large enterprise, hyper scale, and the public sector will eventually invest. Telecom is investing in new technologies. With so much infrastructure foundation in place, telecom players are exploring disruption through ways to enable new technologies like AI and IoT and edge. Data tells that story better than anyone. Demographic studies show a... --- - Published: 2018-10-01 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/official-fight-card-of-cloud-computing/ With one of the most anticipated UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) fight cards of the year... With one of the most anticipated UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) fight cards of the year, UFC229 (Oct 6th), rapidly approaching, we couldn’t help but to take this opportunity to build an analogy between Cloud Computing and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). To start, when you look at mixed martial arts one of the first things you have to consider is weight class. For those that aren’t familiar, fighters are divided up into different classes based upon their weight taken immediately before a fight. These weight classes help make sure the right matchups happen. You’re not going to put a 265lb Heavyweight against a Strawweight fighter who, on a good day dripping wet and wearing 3 layers of clothing, might weigh 115lb. Similarly, there is a correlation in the Cloud Computing space. Not all clouds exist in the same weight class. You have those cloud providers, like Heavy Weight Champs Amazon Web Services (AWS), who without question have the most customers, workloads, global reach, and most impressively they spent $7. 24 Billion *(Companywide not just cloud spend) dollars in Q2 alone on research and development to maintain their dominance. You also have others, like Microsoft, who in comparison spent almost half of AWS. Money spend on R&D is just one aspect, just as with the fighters, it’s not about training camp alone. So as a business owner, application owner, devops enthusiast, or just looking into cloud computing how do you know which fighter to pick? Some just go with the big name... --- - Published: 2018-07-09 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/how-opus-interactives-customized-approach-to-cloud-colocation-and-it-services-helps-modern-organizations-achieve-their-business-goals/ Portland-based Opus Interactive has been providing clients colocation and cloud hosting... Portland-based Opus Interactive has been providing clients colocation and cloud hosting solutions from Tier III+ datacenters across the US for more than 20 years. Today, under the leadership of CEO and majority owner Shannon Hulbert, the woman-owned business is working to unite people and technology through a customized, white-glove approach to web hosting solutions, server virtualization technology, and managed IT services. We sat down with Eric Hulbert, Opus Interactive Co-Founder and President, who told us how the company focuses on the human element in IT services and what’s planned for the future. Read the full post from "The Hosting Blog" to find your Cloud Hosting Solutions today! --- - Published: 2018-02-19 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/iot-efficient-data-distribution-edge-computing-fueling-change-datacenter-ecosystem/ Billions of sensors are turning physical objects into internet connected devices and generating... Billions of sensors are turning physical objects into internet connected devices and generating a demand for edge computing in the datacenter ecosystem. Devices that operate from a single sensor like a lightbulb controlled by a mobile app to a plethora of sensors that guide a driverless semi to millions of sensors that make up the infrastructure on a connected city. Gartner calculates that around 8. 4 billion IoT devices were in use in 2017. Experts predict that by 2020, business and consumer spending on IoT hardware will hit nearly $3tn. And, it’s estimated that by 2020, over 20. 4 billion devices will be connected and collecting and processing data. The industries anticipating the most spend are manufacturers, utilities, and the automobile industry. Manufacturer are expected to spend upwards of $189bn on sensors that will be added to products to transmit performance data, and improve supply chain efficiency. Utility spend on sensors is anticipated to be approximately $73bn. They’re expected to incorporate sensors across the energy distribution chain to monitor and balance the system, predict demand and improve efficiencies. The transportation industry is expected to spend $85bn on sensor technology. An article in Network World cites Intel CEO, Brian Krzanich on the incoming flood of data specific to vehicles. Krzanich predicted cars will generate 40 TB of data per day by 2020 – for every eight hours of driving. The on-vehicle cameras, radar, sonar, GPS, lidar, and incoming data processing of road conditions, navigation, and personal operation is expected to generate... --- - Published: 2017-10-22 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/building-business-case-cloud-computing/ Gartner predicts that the public cloud service market will grow to $383.3 billion by 2020. With... Gartner predicts that the public cloud service market will grow to $383. 3 billion by 2020. With cost to implement limited to setup and migration, the consumption-based pricing model for cloud computing can benefit the enterprise in a number of ways. Top benefits for cloud computing include; - Cost - Increased security - Improved agility, innovation and reliability Cost benefits The savings from cloud computing go direct to the bottom line to free up capital for expenses that are core to the business. Areas where enterprises see the most benefit to justify the initial investment include: - Capex to Opex - Staffing costs - Hardware purchases and upgrades - Certifications and software licensing Capex to Opex The bottom line is always a driver in business. Moving to the cloud means moving away from a capital expenditures model to operational expenditures. From a balance sheet perspective, this means network and operations costs previously recorded as assets that amortize and depreciate over time become operating costs that are fully tax-deductible in the year they’re made. The hardware needed to run organizations requires large amounts of capital investment, and once the organization purchases the technology, it’s theirs. With IT needs ever changing and technology improving at a fast rate, the flexibility of the pay as you go model makes it easy for organizations to scale up or down on the latest and greatest technology. Not only does the external cloud opex solution change the balance sheet in favor of the organization, but CIO... --- - Published: 2017-05-15 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/cloud-hosting/evolution-connectivity-pnw-tech-industry/ Panel discussion takeaways from regional experts representing JLL, Iovation, ScienceLogic, Opus... PNW Tech Panel discussion takeaways from regional experts representing JLL, Iovation, ScienceLogic, Opus Interactive, Infomart, and EdgeConnex. End users demand seamless connectivity. New technologies are being adopted by the enterprise to streamline delivery of workloads, products, and services in the fastest, most efficient ways possible. Innovation bridges people, places, and things by incorporating everything from edge computing, to peering networks, to hybrid cloud, to hyperscale clouds, to submarine cables. The PNW is uniquely positioned to serve as a catalyst for innovation in this era of digital transformation. The Pacific Northwest, an area often called the Silicon Forest for it’s progressive advancements in everything from music to healthcare, has earned a spot in the top 5 datacenter hubs in the US. And the opportunity to become an even larger presence in the industry has never been greater. Today’s PNW tech professionals have been tasked with building the infrastructure and solution mix that not only meets current connectivity needs, but will also serve as the foundation for the demands of tomorrow’s end user. Considerations include everything from streaming an online VR gaming experience to automation in manufacturing to secure low-latency world commerce transactions. PNW tech professionals are bringing together connectivity, innovation, and sustainable practices to building tomorrow’s seamless network. What’s the current state of tech in the PNW? PNW Panel Tech Panel Conan Lee, JLL IoT, Cloud Computing, content delivery, data outsourcing, and submarine cables are generating growth in the regional market. The PNW is currently in the top 5 of data... --- - Published: 2017-03-01 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/how-edge-computing-transpacific-submarine-cables-and-the-new-administration-are-disrupting-the-data-center-industry/ The last five years have seen significant change in connectivity and data expansion. As data... The last five years have seen significant change in innovative technologies and data expansion. As data accumulates, the market evolves to create faster, more efficient, ways to deliver seamless connectivity to meet demand. Market participants already feel a change in the air. Caprate's 5th Annual Data Center Summit brought together hundreds interested in learning more about what’s on the horizon. Panelists from Facebook, Invest in Denmark, CenturyLink, and more came together to discuss how everything from Iot to potential policies from the new administration will affect the industry. Cloud migration is shifting the landscape Connectivity is fueling data consumption. Developing high performance technologies like AI, BI, VR, AR, IoT and cloud computing are requiring more storage and compute than ever. As enterprises mature and explore ways to improve efficiencies and cut costs, hybrid IT solution offerings evolve and expand to meet rising demand. Hyperscale cloud providers like Google, AWS and Azure are investing heavily to capture market share and meet demands of the information era. Gartner predicts that by 2020 "Cloud Shift" will affect more than $1 trillion in IT spend. Demand for edge computing is on the rise Site selection for data centers has matured from NFL markets to smaller, more agile hubs placed regionally in Tier II markets. As data continues to grow, proximity and latency have become important to deliver a seamless end-user experience. Keeping the content transaction closer means faster data transfer, giving rise to edge facilities and peering networks. As the demand for connectivity and... --- - Published: 2017-01-11 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/7-steps-to-building-your-business-continuity-strategy/ Business happens online. So what happens when the network goes down? An effective backup strategy... Business happens online. So, what happens when the network goes down? An effective backup strategy isn't just a best practice, it can mean the difference between business continuity and closing the doors. Here are 7 Steps you can take to account for that downtime. Estimates of downtime costs vary, from $500/hr for a business with a few employees sitting idle, to $100,000/hr when loss impacts customer transactions, business logistics, etc. Gartner reports that, on average, downtime costs businesses $5600 per minute. According to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), 40% of businesses do not reopen after a disaster and another 25% fail within one year. Image from OI DRaaS Infographic. Click here for full graphic. Top Causes of Network Downtime Hardware failure (55%) Human error (48%) Cyber-attack (34%) Power outages Natural disasters How much revenue would your company lose for 1 hour of downtime? Because, let’s be honest, it’s not IF you have downtime, it’s WHEN you have downtime, and what steps can you take to minimize the impact. How long will it take before you discover an outage? How long will it take to retrieve your data? What key business functions will be impacted by network interruption? What will it take to get you back online? For a snapshot to start the conversation, take a look at the calculator on www. downtimecost. com (pictured below). Image from www. downtimecost. com 7 Steps to an Effective Business Continuity Strategy Workloads are migrating. Applications and files are stored and accessed in the... --- - Published: 2016-01-28 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/whats-fueling-the-tech-revolution/ “An iPod, a phone, an internet mobile communicator… these are NOT three separate devices! And we are... “An iPod, a phone, an internet mobile communicator... these are NOT three separate devices! And we are calling it iPhone! Today Apple is going to reinvent the phone. And here it is. ” – Steve Jobs In 2007, we were introduced to the first iPhone. It created a tech revolution that changed the world as we knew it. Today, our lives are digital and analog, and new and better ways to connect to each other and the world around us are everywhere. The expansion potential continues to be huge. Yesterday, we came together over in awe over a new phone. Today, revolutionary tech is just waiting to bring the world together to replace current technology with a new generation of amazing. So, what’s fueling the revolution? Everything. Every facet of our worlds has reached the right time and place to create the perfect storm for advancement. More devices, more data. Wearables, homes, mobile, and cars are coming online faster than ever. Connected devices are the new life hack – they count the steps we take, map the way, dim the lights, organize our thoughts, and provide a billion ways to digitally share our lives with each other. The information collected, in turn, is providing valuable insights that will drive future development and help to create snapshots of society and user behaviors as a whole. Drones are here. They’re taking selfie stick and RC helicopters to Heisenberg levels. They’re also being utilized for government and commercial use. 2015 ended with mandatory... --- - Published: 2014-05-29 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/comparing-amazon-web-services-microsoft-windows-azure-and-vmware-cloud-services/ The public cloud services market is booming with innovation and demand. Researchers predict that Amazon... The public cloud services market is booming with innovation and demand. Researchers predict that Amazon Web Services (AWS) will reach $43B in revenue, and be 8. 2% of all cloud spending by 2022. "The continued growth of the cloud services market will result from the adoption of cloud services for production systems and workloads, in addition to the development and testing scenarios that have led as the most prominent use case for public cloud services to date," said Ed Anderson, research director at Gartner. "Evidence of this growth is found in the increasing demand for cloud services from end-user organizations, met by an increased supply of cloud services from suppliers. " Cloud service providers are clamoring to gain market share, with some companies receiving more attention than others. Data centers are being rolled out. Cloud migration plans are being implemented. The cloud is up. The cloud is down. Microsoft Azure beats out Amazon in a service performance test one day and then experiences a worldwide outage for the next two days due to expired SSL Certificates. Amazon cloud stocks receive rave reviews one day and then the social media airways are filled with complaints that they’ve been down for four days. Who Offers the Best Solution for YOU? Since cloud solutions vary by company, understanding your own needs is the first step to finding the best provider for you. Determining who can serve those needs best is the next step. Understanding what differentiates cloud offerings between companies is critical in... --- - Published: 2014-05-29 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/3-cloud-migration-resources-to-make-your-life-easy/ Cloud computing offers organizations a cost-effective approach to agile, flexible and dynamic... Cloud computing and Cloud Migration offers organizations a cost-effective approach to agile, flexible and dynamic IT management. The cloud computing industry has achieved phenomenal growth as more and more companies are taking steps to move operations to the cloud. Forbes' roundup of cloud computing growth forecasts predicts that cloud computing is projected to increase from $67B in 2015 to $162B in 2020 attaining a CAGR of 19%. Cloud service benefits are taking hold for enterprises who are being tasked with delivering more for less. But, in many instances, cloud migration is anything but simple. Enterprises need to, not only, build the business case, but also find the right mix and the right provider as well as the right facility to deliver what they need, when they need it. 1. Get Informed About Cloud Computing for Enterprise IT If you're still getting up to speed on the benefits of cloud computing, you're not alone. The 2012 Cloud Computing Outlook Survey revealed that 61% of organizations are in the information gathering or planning stages or have an approved cloud computing strategy. Learn the differences between private, public and hybrid clouds so you know what solutions are available for your company. Get up to speed with effective solutions for IaaS, SaaS and PaaS. Learn the benefits of cloud computing so that you can ensure that they align with the goals of your company, and so that you have the information needed to build a business case for cloud migration. Find real world cloud... --- - Published: 2014-05-29 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/9-reasons-companies-choose-colocation/ More and more companies are moving network and server operations offsite to free up space and... More and more companies are moving network and server operations offsite to free up space and budget. Companies that choose colocation generally have the staffing, skills and IT strategy to design and maintain their own environments. Colocation offers them the benefits of having and controlling their own servers, storage and network so that they can manage costs and tune performance. IT departments that choose colocation are able to deliver reliability and performance that meets financial goals and avoids the significant costs associated with expanding in-house infrastructures. When it comes time to consider moving operations externally, there are many reasons companies choose colocation. Reliability. Data centers and colocation facilities offer redundant cooling, power and communication systems that ensure constant connection. Companies can invest in equipment and measures to implement similar systems in-house, however doing so can require a significant amount of capex and space. Performance. Electronic equipment performs best in a constant cool temperature and a dust-free environment. Even the cleanest offices can’t compare with the cooling and air filtration systems that a professional data center provides. Security. Data centers and colocation facilities are designed to ensure that your systems are protected from burglars, fires, and other things that can compromise the security of your information. Reduced Maintenance. In many cases companies only begin to think about server support equipment after there is a failure. Data centers design, monitor and maintain support systems and have dedicated systems and staff to ensure that systems are running at top performance so they are... --- - Published: 2014-05-29 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/6-advantages-of-colocation-for-your-business/ Colocation is a hosting option utilized for businesses of all sizes for a variety of reasons. Small... Colocation is a hosting option utilized for businesses of all sizes for a variety of reasons. Small businesses can obtain needed features of a large IT department without the capital investment. Medium to large sized enterprises can expand their infrastructure capacity without undertaking costly construction or facility leasing. Colocation allows you to store your equipment in a cabinet located in a secure data center with a public IP address, bandwidth, and power supplied by the service provider to your server. Colocation also provides: Better connectivity. Colocation data centers have fully redundant network connections ensuring that customers’ business critical applications always run uninterrupted. Improved network security. Data centers have top-notch network security, including the latest firewalls / IDS systems to detect and prevent unauthorized access to their customers’ systems. Redundant power supply. Colocation data centers offer power redundancy through a combination of multiple power grids, diesel power generators, double battery backup systems and excellent maintenance practices. Bursting capability. Colocation centers provide customers with the flexibility to burst to higher bandwidth levels to accommodate their traffic demand without having to make repeat capital investments. Since data spikes are distributed over time across numerous users, bandwidth costs are significantly reduced. Room for growth. Colocation allows you to expand your infrastructure to fit the needs of your company’s growth without having to take on capital expenditures. If you’re company grows, your IT infrastructure can expand to support it quickly and with less investment. A step toward cloud migration. If your company is looking at... --- - Published: 2014-05-29 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/benefits-of-server-virtualization/ Server virtualization is a method by which software is used to partition a single physical server... Server virtualization is a method by which software is used to partition a single physical server into what appear to be multiple virtual machines. To the user, the virtual environment appears as if it its own standalone piece of hardware. In data centers and IT departments, this technology is used to better utilize server resources. Specific applications may require isolated environments or a different OS in order to function. Instead of having multiple servers to manage each function, server virtualization allows the creation of separate virtual machines, each capable of running in its own unique software environment. Generally, a physical server only uses 20 percent of its capacity. By hosting several virtual machines on one physical server it's possible to improve hardware utilization upwards of 80 percent. For IT managers and data centers, this also means reducing hardware costs upfront, and reduced TCO in the long term. A smaller, more efficient data center means less costs in heating and cooling, and less equipment to maintain. With web hosting companies, server virtualization for hosting customers is referred to as virtual private servers (VPS) or virtual dedicated servers (VDS). As more and more enterprise are moving to “the cloud” server virtualization solutions are also commonly referred to as “cloud hosting. ” Cloud hosting is beautiful place to host content. It comes in many different technology's forms, colors, and shapes all depending on your needs. Hosting clients receive many of the same benefits as data centers and IT departments, so more and more... --- - Published: 2014-05-29 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/5-advantages-of-a-hosting-provider/ Business large and small are faced with a wide range of options for hosting their website, web application... Business large and small are faced with a wide range of options for hosting their website, web application, or mail server. The most common option is shared hosting, where a single server's resources are shared by a number of different websites. But a company looking for more power and control may need a service provider who offers dedicated hosting. With dedicated hosting, a client rents a server from a dedicated hosting provider and has exclusive use of that server's resources. The provider works with the client to give them the CPU, RAM, and disk space that they need. The provider builds and maintains the server, eliminating a business' upfront cost of purchasing their own. Some Advantages of Choosing a Dedicated Host Provider Include: Dedicated Host Advantage 1: Server resources are not shared When you choose a dedicated hosting provider, you get the full resources of single server. You don't need to worry about other websites clogging up the server's CPU and RAM. With a dedicated server, you can be sure that bad scripts running on another website or spikes in bandwidth usage won't slow your server down. Dedicated Host Advantage 2: Enhanced performance and security Choosing a dedicated hosting provider guarantees maximum uptime for your website. Shared hosting is often best for websites with low to medium traffic. If your website receives a lot traffic,though, dedicated servers provide more stability and reliability than shared hosting. With a dedicated server, you can also be sure that you aren't sharing space with... --- - Published: 2014-05-29 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/cloud-hosting-vs-traditional-hosting/ In an era of tight budgets many businesses, from enterprise level to small and medium sized... In an era of tight budgets many businesses, from enterprise level to small and medium sized business, are looking for efficient new ways to manage their web hosting needs. The hosting environment is changing, and some are now looking beyond traditional setups, and into the possibilities of cloud hosting. Traditional Hosting Traditional hosting comes mainly in two forms, dedicated and shared. With dedicated hosting, a company pays for the complete resources of one or more servers from a service provider. The client has a set amount of dedicated bandwidth, CPU, RAM, and drive space, and the client has full control over the servers resources. With shared hosting, which is more common among small and medium sized businesses, the client pays for a set amount of space (storage) on a single server, and that server's resources are shared by a number of other websites. It's a cost-efficient, low-maintenance way to host a website or application, and the hosting company is responsible for managing, maintaining, and updating the units. Traditional hosting, especially shared hosting, has its drawbacks though. Because the resources of a single server are shared among a number of different websites, spikes in traffic to those websites can mean decreased performance for your own. Security breaches and other performance issues on other sites make take yours down as well. And there's a single point of failure. If the server itself experiences technical problems, everyone hosted on that server will be affected. With shared hosting, you're also paying for a set... --- - Published: 2014-05-29 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/iaas-or-paas-understanding-the-differences/ You’ve probably read the stats, Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) will achieve a compound... You’ve probably read the stats, Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) will achieve a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 41. 3% and Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) will achieve 27. 7%, through 2016. But what does that mean for your company, and how do you determine which service would be the best fit for you? Whether IaaS or PaaS is right for an organization depends on many factors, including budget and the availability and skill set of internal IT resources. Both eliminate upfront capital expenses for hardware, ongoing maintenance costs and the expense of office space to store the equipment. They also free up time for IT staff to focus on more strategic issues for their organization, versus infrastructure. IaaS is cloud computing at its most basic form. As you can see from the picture above, this segment of the cloud market is forecasted to see more growth than PaaS for the near future. It offers virtual (as well as physical) machines, servers, storage options, load balancers, networks, and more, enabling organizations to outsource their hardware/infrastructure to a service provider that hosts the equipment in a secure data center, accessing it via the Internet. PaaS focuses more on operating systems, databases, web servers, development tools, etc. PaaS service providers offer tools such as application development collaborative tools, application design, Web application management, and others over the Internet that help organizations with team members in multiple locations to more effectively collaborate on projects. The difference between which workloads are managed by the organization and the vendor varies... --- - Published: 2014-05-10 - Modified: 2026-01-20 - URL: https://www.opusinteractive.com/uncategorized/8-cloud-computing-predictions-for-2014/ Gartner predicted that 2013 would be a year of growth and they were spot on. And, since all 5 of our predictions... Gartner predicted that 2013 would be a year of growth and they were spot on. And, since all 5 of our predictions for 2013 came to pass as well, we've decided to give it another go for 2014. Here are 8 Cloud Computing predictions for 2014. Prediction #1: IT Gets Top Dog Status For years, the IT group has been the forgotten department. But this year, more than ever, enterprises will begin to realize the importance of those behind-the-scenes geniuses. With the importance of accessible, reliable, and safe data becoming more relevant, IT will shift from back-office support to frontline value delivery. Look for more involvement, earlier on as enterprises begin to consult with IT on growth strategies and data security. Prediction #2: Private Cloud Will Have Its Moment of Truth Early on in cloud migration, enterprises with privacy and security concerns initially developed private cloud initiatives to serve their needs. This year, we'll begin to see more scrutiny surrounding those solutions. Cost benefit analysis for private cloud solutions will take on a large role as enterprises look to determine next steps for future growth and security needs. Some areas that will be looked at include Time to Deploy, Density, Elastic Scale, Resiliency (including Security/Isolation), Runtime Performance and, of course, Cost. Prediction #3: Cloud "Brokerage" Will Come into Focus The Hybrid cloud will begin to see more demand as enterprises that had previously opted for private cloud computing begin to recognize the benefit of infrastructure management over asset ownership. Prediction... --- ---