Introduction
Ankabut is a leading innovator in the region, specializing in IT transformation, data center services, software-defined cloud, applications, networking, and cybersecurity. Renowned for its collaborative approach, Ankabut co-creates solutions with its clients using cutting-edge software-defined data centers, delivering Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), virtual data centers, and high-performance computing (HPC).
The Challenge
As a leader in IT transformation, Ankabut faced significant hurdles in delivering a comprehensive educational cloud experience and managing its expanding cloud infrastructure:
- Lack of Centralized Management: Operating across multiple platforms without a unified management solution led to inefficiencies and operational silos.
- Absence of a Marketplace: Clients struggled to access and provision services independently due to the lack of a self-service marketplace.
- Multi-Cloud Management Challenges: Managing resources across different cloud environments created complexities and hindered scalability.
To maintain its leadership position and improve service delivery, Ankabut needed a solution that could unify its cloud operations, empower customers, and simplify multi-cloud management.
Why Cloud7?
Ankabut partnered with Cloud7 for its ability to address these challenges through a robust, centralized platform that combines multi-cloud management, marketplace integration, and seamless orchestration.
The Solution
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Centralized Cloud Management
Cloud7 delivered a unified platform for Ankabut to manage resources across multiple environments:
- Multi-Cloud Integration: Consolidated operations across public and private clouds, including OpenStack and VMware.
- Centralized Dashboard: A single interface to provision, monitor, and manage resources, reducing complexity.
- Tenant Isolation: Ensured secure, isolated environments for educational institutions and organizational units.
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Educational Cloud Marketplace
Cloud7 enabled Ankabut to create a self-service marketplace tailored to educational needs:
- Custom Service Catalog: Offered pre-configured virtual classrooms, research tools, and HPC resources.
- Self-Service Provisioning: Allowed clients to browse and subscribe to services independently, streamlining service delivery.
- Flexible Pricing Options: Provided PAYG, subscription, and bundled pricing models for diverse client needs.
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Improved Multi-Cloud Management
Cloud7’s advanced features simplified multi-cloud management for Ankabut:
- Resource Orchestration: Automated provisioning and scaling across platforms, ensuring efficient resource usage.
- Centralized Billing: Consolidated usage and billing data from multiple clouds into a unified system for transparency.
- Real-Time Insights: Provided detailed usage metrics and analytics, enabling informed decision-making.
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Enhanced Client Experience
Cloud7’s customer-centric tools improved Ankabut’s service delivery:
- Streamlined Onboarding: Simplified client onboarding with customizable workflows and KYC processes.
- 24/7 Self-Service Access: Empowered clients to manage their resources without reliance on support teams.
- Proactive Monitoring: Identified and resolved issues proactively, ensuring high availability and performance.
The Results
- Unified Cloud Operations
Ankabut achieved centralized management of its multi-cloud environment, reducing operational silos and enhancing efficiency. - Enhanced Customer Autonomy
The self-service marketplace empowered clients to access services on-demand, significantly improving satisfaction and reducing provisioning times. - Streamlined Multi-Cloud Management
Cloud7’s orchestration and billing tools simplified operations across clouds, reducing complexity and operational costs. - Growth in Service Adoption
Flexible pricing models and enhanced service offerings led to a 30% increase in client subscriptions within the first year.
Conclusion
By integrating Cloud7, Ankabut transformed its IT operations into a streamlined, customer-focused, and scalable ecosystem. Cloud7’s centralized management, marketplace capabilities, and multi-cloud support enabled Ankabut to deliver a world-class educational cloud experience while maintaining its leadership in IT transformation.