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About CloudMC

CloudOps is a Canadian company specializing in cloud solutions for service providers. Their flagship product, CloudMC, is an API-driven orchestration and monetization platform designed to simplify the deployment, management, and billing processes in multi-vendor, multi-cloud, and hybrid-cloud environments. Tailored for mid-scale and large organizations, CloudMC offers tools for service orchestration, automation, and seamless integration with various IaaS cloud ecosystems, enhancing operational efficiency and resource utilization in a multi-level, multi-tenant, and white-labeled environment.

CloudMC's Integration with Apache CloudStack

CloudMC integrates with Apache CloudStack through a mature and well-established service connection, providing comprehensive coverage of CloudStack capabilities. This integration allows administrators to manage instances, networks, and storage directly from the CloudMC UI. Through its native support for CloudStack APIs, CloudMC enables seamless productization, monetization, and billing of cloud services. Features include multi-currency support, usage metering, automated invoicing, customer onboarding workflows, and role-based access control.

 

CloudMC high-level architecture

Pros

  • SaaS-based solution which is relatively easy to set up and configure
  • Supports multi-cloud and hybrid cloud strategies, offering flexibility in cloud management.
  • Flexible architecture means the product is easily extendable
  • Enhances operational efficiency with automated billing and resource tracking.
  • Provides an all-in-one orchestration, productisation and monetisation solution tailored for multi-cloud environments.
  • User-friendly interface and comprehensive documentation make it easier to implement and use.

Cons

Initial setup and customisation may be required to fit specific organisational needs.

implementation

Ease of Implementation

Moderate.
use

Ease of Use

Easy to use and operate.
total cost

Total Cost of Ownership

Moderate upfront costs with potential for significant long-term savings due to automation and operational efficiency improvements.
support

Support

CloudMC offers robust commercial support with options for 24/7 coverage, fast response times, and comprehensive access to updates and documentation.
integrations

Supported Integrations

CloudMC integrates with various cloud platforms and tools, including Apache CloudStack, to provide seamless billing and service management. This includes support for API integration, enabling extensive customisation and flexibility in deployment.

Resources

Introducing CloudMC

Productize & Invoice CloudStack Usage – CloudStack Collaboration Conference 2022

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