--- title: "Managed Open Source Cloud: Regain Control & Flexibility" description: "Discover how a managed open source private cloud gives you control, cost transparency, and convenience — without vendor lock-in or complexity." url: "https://fairbanks-upgrade.ubo-dev.nl/managed-open-source-private-cloud-the-answer-to-regaining-control-and-convenience-in-your-datacenter/" language: "en" --- # Managed open source private cloud: The answer to regaining control and convenience in your datacenter In this keynote, discover how managed open source private cloud combines the control of your own infrastructure with the convenience of public cloud. Learn how to maximize datacenter ownership while freeing your teams to focus on business value, not platform management. [Let's talk](https://fairbanks-upgrade.ubo-dev.nl/contact/?subject=Managed%20open%20source%20private%20cloud:%20The%20answer%20to%20regaining%20control%20and%20convenience%20in%20your%20datacenter) [Read more](https://fairbanks-upgrade.ubo-dev.nl/managed-open-source-private-cloud-the-answer-to-regaining-control-and-convenience-in-your-datacenter#more) This video is loaded via Vimeo. Please accept marketing cookies to watch the video. Load Vimeo video ## Escape licensing dependency and financial uncertainty Transition from unpredictable VMware costs to a stable, open source foundation that gives you complete budget transparency and control. ## Focus on business value, not infrastructure Let your best engineers work on what drives business value while we handle the complete platform management 24/7. ## Maintain ownership and flexibility You own the hardware and datacenter while getting managed services, with the freedom to change direction when needed. Managed infrastructure ## Escape the complexity trap: managed infrastructure that actually works Open source private cloud sounds great in theory, but the reality is complex. Multiple foundations, different products that need to work together 24/7, the technical complexity often becomes a problem for internal IT departments. This keynote shows how Managed Services solve the complexity challenge while giving you the same public cloud convenience in your own datacenter, so your best engineers can focus on business value instead of infrastructure headaches. Learn how to get all the benefits of open source without the operational burden that comes with it. [Let's talk](https://fairbanks-upgrade.ubo-dev.nl/contact/?subject=Managed%20open%20source%20private%20cloud:%20The%20answer%20to%20regaining%20control%20and%20convenience%20in%20your%20datacenter) ![MVK09137-scaled-new](https://fairbanks-upgrade.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2025/08/MVK09137-scaled-new.jpg?width=1500 "MVK09137-scaled-new") Control without complexity ## Regain control without giving up convenience Managing a private cloud should not mean choosing between control and usability. With a managed open source private cloud, you remain fully in charge while simplifying daily operations and reducing vendor dependency. - Gain full visibility and ownership of your infrastructure, from hardware to workloads - Offload complexity such as lifecycle management, monitoring and support to a trusted expert - Deliver the flexibility and ease of use your teams expect without handing over control ## How we help ### Strategic infrastructure design We translate your business needs into scalable, secure and open source-based cloud architectures, tailored to your requirements. ### Seamless VMware migrations We guide you through complex infrastructure transitions with minimal risk and zero downtime. ### Containerization support From lift-and-shift to full refactoring, we help you adopt Kubernetes and containerized environments that actually perform. ### Data sovereignty assurance We ensure your data stays compliant, transparent and under your control. No compromises, no exceptions. ### Operational excellence We provide 24/7 support and monitoring through our Managed Services, so you stay in control while we handle the complexity. ### Knowledge sharing and enablement Training, co-development and open communication: we help your teams become fully autonomous in managing open source infrastructure. Watch now and discover how to take back control of your IT strategy [Let's talk](https://fairbanks-upgrade.ubo-dev.nl/contact/?subject=Managed%20open%20source%20private%20cloud:%20The%20answer%20to%20regaining%20control%20and%20convenience%20in%20your%20datacenter) ![eric_en_wout](https://fairbanks-upgrade.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2025/10/eric_en_wout-1.jpg?width=1500 "eric_en_wout") Presenters ## Presented by industry experts **Wout van Heeswijk, CTO at Fairbanks** Wout is a technical expert in open source infrastructure with deep experience in OpenStack, Kubernetes and Ceph. He helps organizations design scalable architectures that support long-term control. In the keynote, he shares how to turn infrastructure challenges into strategic advantages. **Eric Kessels, CIO at Fairbanks** Eric bridges IT strategy and business goals. With a strong track record in enterprise IT, he understands how to stay in control while managing risk, cost and compliance. He explains how open source enables real sovereignty and agility in complex environments. Who we are and why we care ## More about Fairbanks ![iso27001-2022](https://fairbanks-upgrade.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2024/04/iso27001-2022.png?width=600 "iso27001-2022") Fairbanks supports organizations that want to build and manage their own cloud environments, on their own terms. As specialists in open source infrastructure, we believe that digital sovereignty is no longer optional. With our deep technical expertise and a strong European foundation, we help IT teams take back control over their infrastructure. From OpenStack to Kubernetes, from design to daily operations, we work side by side with your team to ensure long-term success. We don’t just implement. We co-create, enable and support. Always with transparency, flexibility and independence at the core. [Let's talk](https://fairbanks-upgrade.ubo-dev.nl/contact/?subject=Managed%20open%20source%20private%20cloud:%20The%20answer%20to%20regaining%20control%20and%20convenience%20in%20your%20datacenter) ## FAQ ### What makes Fairbanks different from other IT partners? ### What will I gain from attending? ## Let's talk Loading form... [Home](https://fairbanks-upgrade.ubo-dev.nl/) Newsletter