Ensure a Structured PoC of CloudStack. This comprehensive 76-concepts checklist is designed to help technical teams validate key features and functionalities during a CloudStack PoC.
The Apache CloudStack PoC Evaluation Checklist is a practical resource designed to guide technical teams through a structured evaluation of Apache CloudStack during a proof-of-concept phase. It covers all key areas needed to assess the platform’s suitability for production environments.
The checklist includes evaluation criteria for architecture, compute functionality, networking, storage, automation, user and project management, monitoring, upgrades, and support. It helps teams verify feature capabilities, integration flexibility, and operational readiness — ensuring a thorough and consistent review of the platform.
This resource is ideal for architects, platform engineers, and decision-makers looking to make an informed, criteria-based assessment of Apache CloudStack.
When evaluating cloud management platforms, conducting a thorough proof of concept (PoC) is essential. Our comprehensive POC Evaluation Checklist and PoC Guide help ensure that no critical aspect is overlooked when assessing CloudStack for your cloud infrastructure.
In order to test Apache CloudStack, you can choose between downloading the packages and installing it on your own infrastructure or creating an account on the CloudStack Public Demo cloud, hosted by ShapeBlue.
Our CloudStack Public Demo cloud offers a hands-on opportunity to explore the capabilities of Apache CloudStack, without the need for installation or configuration. It’s simple: just register your account on the CloudStack Demo, confirm your subscription to verify access, and you'll instantly unlock a 14-day trial to explore CloudStack. You will also gain access to video tutorials that walk you through key features and functionalities.
This POC guide gives you all the guidance you need to perform a successful Proof of Concept of Apache CloudStack in your own environment. By following this guide, you will be prepared for what to expect from the technology and how to move into production. The guide gives detailed configuration information. At the end of this PoC, you will have a highly available, reliable and flexible CloudStack-powered cloud.
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