Can You Upgrade an OpenStack Cloud in Four Days? Yes, Here’s the Proof
In a recent project, Sardina Systems upgraded three data centers for a leading Indonesian IT service provider within a few days. Read further to see how.
Upgrading an OpenStack cloud is commonly associated with tales of complexity. When our clients at Datacomm ventured into an OpenStack cloud, they were not sure what the upgrade process would take them. However, their experience turned out to be a breeze, as the upgrade of was completed in a fraction of time.
Challenge of a Leading IT Service Provider
Datacomm Diangraha is an established IT service provider from Indonesia. It has over 30 years of operating experience, catering to diverse clients ranging from telecommunication companies and enterprises to government agencies.
Before turning to FishOS and OpenStack, Datacomm faced the task of manual system upgrades, involving extensive documentation study, simulations, and meticulous scheduling. The increasing complexity of cloud environment demanded an innovative and time-saving alternative. OpenStack emerged as a potential solution, though concerns lingered about the upgrading process. In the end, Datacomm decided to try out Sardina Systems’ fully-automated FishOS cloud management platform to address their challenges.
How FishOS Has Changed the Game for Datacomm
OpenStack-based cloud upgrades can typically span weeks or even months. However, Sardina Systems achieved this remarkable feat in just four days. Some may raise a eyebrow at the claim, thinking ‘That can’t be true!’ especially if they are familiar with OpenStack-based cloud platforms. Actually, the sceptics would be right, as the transition did not take us four days. It took us five. While the actual transition process took our team four days, another day was dedicated to preparation.
“Sardina really helped us in upgrading OpenStack, making technical matters simpler and easier. We only focus on timekeepers and ensure network resilience is guaranteed when upgrading.”
Leo Kusumo, Product Manager, Datacomm Diangraha.
The reality is even better, as all of that was completed while the Datacomm’s system was working. For the details on how Sardina Systems’ deals with OpenStack upgrades, check this article out.
The Value That Sardina Systems Brings Datacomm
The streamlined OpenStack upgrade process facilitated by FishOS automates the majority of tasks involved. This efficiency enables our partners to finish the whole process in a fraction of the manual upgrade time, allowing them to focus on other operational priorities.
“We don’t want to waste our client’s precious time. We ensure all the preparation work is done on our end before offering the upgrade to a client. Our team thoroughly tests the new OpenStack version and addresses any potential issues well in advance. This ensures that the customer receives a tested and fully functional solution without any worries about the backend work we’ve done.”
Tasha Kobzarenko, Product Manager, Sardina Systems.
The solution developed by Sardina Systems significantly eases the burden of maintaining a upgraded environment while adhering to industry standards.
“We need a system that is sustainable in terms of support. It is dangerous to have an EOL system with no new developments, especially on security systems. That would put our customers at great risk.”
Leo Kusumo, Datacomm Diangraha
Conclusion
Many enterprises are hesitant to adopt OpenStack because of its complexity and the challenges associated with its operation, including upgrades. However, as the case of Datacomm and Sardina Systems shows, automation can eliminate these challenges, allowing users to enjoy the full potential of OpenStack-based cloud without headache.
If you are considering adopting OpenStack, but are concerned about the complexity of the upgrade process, then you should consider using FishOS. It is a proven solution that can help you to get the most out of OpenStack without the headaches.
