Why VMware vSphere Virtual Server Hosting?
Reliability and Uptime
Many of today's applications are mission-critical and require nearly 100% uptime. Network outages, Internet connection speed limitations or outages, hardware failures, planned and unplanned downtime and outdated software all contribute to less-than-optimal application uptime for many businesses. With proper planning and resource allocation, hosted applications can achieve practically 100% uptime when outsourced to a repuatble hosting provider like GridSouth Networks. The infrastructure at GridSouth Networks is build to provide the highest level of service possible. Most businesses could not justify building out their infrastrcuture to the same degree. Partnering with GridSouth Networks allows your business to enjoy the benefits of our robust infrastructure and uptime.
Security
Organizations that host public-facing applications on their office Internet connection increase their exposure and risk. Protecting internal infrastructure while hosting public-facing applications can prove daunting. Enhanced security requires addtional skills, equipment and management. All these added burdens increase costs significantly. Outsourcing public-facing services and certain internal services reduces security risks and lowers costs.
Scalability
Applications hosted in a properly configured vSphere environment allow businesses to respond rapidly to increased demand. Memory, CPU, Disk and Network resources can be added to virtual servers on a moment's notice and often without any downtime. With proper application planning and deployment, additional virtual servers can be addeded for load sharing on the fly. Additional host server resources can also be added to host clusters to increase the resources available to the cluster.
Expert Management
Configuring and maintaining a complex vSphere virtual infrastructure requires a broad range of expertise including server management, network configuration, software cofiguration, database management and more. The technical staff at GridSouth Networks has the required expertise to ensure that your services are deployed in the proper manner and adhere to current best practice guidelines.
Reduced Cost
Building an in-housed vSphere infrastructure can be quite costly depending upon the number of hosts and type of storage required. Many businesses initially investigate deploying an in-house solution only to learn that the initial capital outlay is quite higher than expected. Even with leasing options, the prospect of undersizing the inital deployment complicates ones ability to respond to increased work loads. Many businesses prefer a fixed monthly cost that can be adjusted as service needs change. Deploying solutions in a hosted environment controls costs, decreases time to market and generates a quicker ROI.
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