Managed private cloud

Managed Private Cloud refers to a principle in software architecture where a single instance of the software runs on a server, serving a single client organization (tenant), and managed by a third-party. This is in contrast to multitenancy where multiple client organizations are on a single server, or an on-premises deployment where the client organization hosts their own instance.

Managed Private Clouds also fall under the larger umbrella of cloud computing.

Customers who choose a managed private cloud deployment usually choose them because of their desire for an efficient cloud deployment, but the need for customization or integration only available in a single-tenant environment.

This chart shows key benefits of the different types of deployments, and shows the overlap.

This chart shows key drawbacks.

Since deployments are done in a single-tenant environment, it is usually cost-prohibitive for small and medium-sized businesses.

Common Customizations and Integration include:

Software companies have taken a variety of strategies in the Managed Private Cloud realm. Few software companies have provided managed private cloud options internally. Companies that offer an on-premises deployment option, by definition enable third-party companies to market Managed Private Cloud solutions.

Adobe Connect may be purchased for on-premises deployment, multi-tenant hosted deployment, managed private cloud as ACMS, or managed by third-party managed private cloud provider ConnectSolutions.

Microsoft licenses for Lync, Sharepoint and Exchange may be purchased for on-premises deployment, a multi-tenant hosted deployment via Office 365, or managed by third-party cloud hosting for from Azaleos, ConnectSolutions and others.

Popular webconferencing products like Cisco WebEx, Citrix Go-to-Meeting and Skype are available via multitenancy, and not available in a managed private cloud environment.

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