Private cloud computing
Is your organization ready to explore the benefits of cloud computing but you need to maintain control and customization behind your own firewall? A private cloud allows you to offer the advancements of cloud computing—automation, self-service and virtualization—behind the safety of your firewall on your own virtual private network.
Where do you begin building a cloud?
Start at the foundation.
Based on the same reliable technology as our public cloud offerings, IBM has developed a comprehensive product portfolio for building your own private or hybrid cloud. IBM SmartCloud Foundation features a range of cloud architecture components including physical infrastructure, virtual infrastructure, management, middleware, integration, security and consulting services. These components offer unparalleled time-to-market, integration and management capabilities.
IBM SmartCloud Foundation products
Consulting services
IBM offers consulting services specifically for implementing private cloud. Our specialists can help you analyze your workload needs and optimize a plan for your cloud implementation.
Middleware for virtual environments
IBM middleware products work in concert to facilitate customizable, automated management of your private cloud.
Physical infrastructure
Build your private or hybrid cloud computing environment with servers, storage and virtualization components.
Jump to a section
- Consulting services
- Integrated solutions
- Middleware for virtual environments
- Virtual infrastructure and management
- Physical infrastructure
- Integration
- Cloud security solutions and services
Resources
- Private clouds float with IBM systems and software (201KB)
- Fighting complexity with collaboration: How NATO and IBM built a framework for better engagement and sharing of expertise.
IBM Cloud Financing
Finance your cloud computing solution with funding options from simple loans to custom leases.