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Cloud computing with STACKIT

IT resources from the network - as flexible as your business
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December 03, 2025, reading time: 6 minutes

✨ AI Summary: Cloud Computing Explained

  • What is Cloud Computing? The on-demand delivery of IT resources (such as compute power, storage, and software) over the internet or network. Instead of running applications locally, services are hosted centrally in professional data centers.
  • Key Business Benefits:
    • Flexibility & Scalability: IT resources can be dynamically scaled up or down based on current business demands.
    • Cost Efficiency: No heavy upfront hardware investments; pay only for what you actually use (Pay-as-you-go).
    • Agility: Speeds up innovation by enabling rapid deployment of new environments and applications.
  • The STACKIT Advantage: As the European cloud provider backed by the Schwarz Group, STACKIT offers absolute data sovereignty. All workloads are processed 100% GDPR-compliantly in certified data centers located in Germany and Austria.

Cloud computing is the engine of digital innovation today. Whether public sector, retail or start-up: more and more companies are relying on smart cloud solutions to optimize processes, reduce costs and respond more quickly to new challenges. STACKIT provides the right web platform: sovereign, secure and operated with German data protection standards. In dynamic markets in particular, it is crucial to remain flexible, scale quickly and implement innovations swiftly. The cloud gives companies new scope for innovation, growth and sustainable digitalization - without technological hurdles.

What is cloud computing?

Cloud computing means that IT resources - such as servers, storage space, databases, software or services - are no longer operated locally in a company's own data center, but are provided flexibly and securely via the internet. This allows companies to optimize their IT infrastructure and focus on the essentials: their core business. All resources are provided and managed centrally via modern cloud platforms such as STACKIT, with secure and flexible access at all times.

STACKIT provides the right cloud service for every need. There are three service models to choose from:

  • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS): Virtual machines, storage and networks on demand - quickly ready for use and scalable as required. IaaS provides companies with basic digital equipment that can be flexibly adapted to changing requirements - without any physical infrastructure.
  • Platform as a Service (PaaS): Development platforms and database services that make it easier to create, test and operate Internet applications. STACKIT provides a complete PaaS environment for this - ideal for developers who want to become productive quickly without their own hardware. This significantly accelerates the creation and roll-out of new applications.
  • Software as a Service (SaaS): Directly usable applications such as analysis tools or business intelligence services - completely without installation. These applications come directly from the cloud, are maintained by the provider and can be used immediately - simply log in and get started.

Terms from the world of cloud computing explained in a nutshell

Cloud computing is complex. Here you will find an overview of the most important terms relating to cloud solutions and STACKIT.

  • Data center: The backbone of the cloud: high-security locations where huge server landscapes are operated. At STACKIT, we offer modern data centers in Europe with the highest security and data protection standards.
  • Databases & data management: No cloud without data. Databases store and manage large volumes of information - reliably, securely and scalably for a wide range of applications. Central management ensures an overview and efficiency.
  • Network: A powerful network connects servers, storage, applications and users and ensures secure data exchange in the cloud. In the STACKIT Cloud, networks are configured flexibly and managed centrally.
  • Hybrid cloud: It's all in the mix, as companies can use both their own IT infrastructures and cloud services. This allows individual requirements to be implemented flexibly.
  • Migration to the cloud: Applications, data or entire systems are transferred from existing environments to the cloud. You can create a rule for migration and data transfer to ensure security and compliance.
  • Access: With clear access rules and authorizations, you retain control over your data and applications at all times. The definition of individual roles and rights is central to security.

Ready for the benefits of STACKIT Cloud Computing?

1. security and data sovereignty

Especially in the public sector, healthcare and regulated industries, data security and compliance with legal requirements are crucial. STACKIT operates its data centers exclusively in Germany and Austria and meets the highest standards in terms of data security, data protection (GDPR) and compliance (e.g. C5, ISO 27001). Companies therefore retain full control over their data and can process sensitive information securely. Private data and particularly sensitive information is also processed according to the highest standards.

2. flexibility and scalability

Whether start-up, medium-sized or large company: With STACKIT, you can flexibly create, run and scale service resources, applications and storage as required. This is usually a great advantage, especially in retail or digital health platforms, as it allows you to react quickly to seasonal fluctuations or new requirements. The cloud infrastructure grows with the company - without having to invest heavily in its own hardware.

3. cost efficiency and transparent pricing models

Cloud computing with STACKIT means that companies only pay for the resources they actually use. This reduces investment costs and makes IT projects predictable. This is a decisive advantage, especially for start-ups and municipalities with limited budgets. Providing the infrastructure also eliminates maintenance and operating costs for private servers and data centers.

4. modern technologies and innovations

We offer access to innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence, databases, business intelligence and analysis platforms. This enables companies to develop a new application, modernize existing solutions and provide innovative services for their customers. The platform supports common environments for IaaS, PaaS and SaaS and offers numerous interfaces for the integration of existing structures.

5 Hybrid and multi-cloud architectures

Many companies rely on hybrid or multi-cloud strategies to combine the advantages of different providers and operating models. STACKIT supports hybrid architectures and enables the secure connection of on-premises systems to the cloud via high-performance networks. This allows your management to protect existing investments and gradually integrate new cloud services.

Cloud computing for industries with vision - tailor-made solutions with STACKIT

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Data protection meets performance

Healthcare

In the healthcare sector, security, availability and geo-redundancy are essential by definition. STACKIT offers certified cloud solutions tailored to medical platforms, practice management systems and health IT. Big data is also securely stored, processed and analyzed - in full compliance with legal requirements such as GDPR and KRITIS. The flexible cloud architecture enables the development and secure management of digital healthcare services.

Further information on the healthcare sector
Digital administration
Digital administration with security and structure

Public sector

Modernizing the IT infrastructure is a key task for cities, municipalities and public authorities. STACKIT supports them in operating administrative applications securely and efficiently. New digital functions for citizens can be provided flexibly and sensitive data can be processed in compliance with GDPR. Service resources and applications are managed centrally - an important step on the way to becoming a digital authority. By integrating modern cloud services and secure networks, the administration can be made fit for the future.

Industry solution for the public sector
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Strong platform for e-commerce and customer experience

Commerce

Online retail needs flexibility, performance and data protection. With STACKIT, e-commerce applications and customer platforms can be scaled - reliably even at peak loads. Intelligent analysis tools help to meaningfully evaluate customer data and develop personalized offers. Product information and transactions are processed and stored securely. The integration of cloud services and software solutions enables the rapid development of new business models.

STACKIT for the retail sector
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Develop and deploy SaaS solutions

Tech partners & ISVs

Independent software vendors (ISVs) and technology partners use STACKIT as a powerful platform for providing and scaling their own web applications. Whether AI-supported services, databases or complex SaaS solutions - the flexible cloud architecture covers a wide range of requirements. Easy migration and high availability ensure that new products go live quickly and stably. With IaaS and PaaS, tech partners can provide their services efficiently and operate them flexibly.

Further information on ISVs
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Start quickly, grow flexibly

Start-ups

For start-ups, one thing counts above all: agility. STACKIT offers young companies all the tools and products they need to develop, test and launch digital services quickly - without having to invest in private hardware. The platform supports agile workflows and offers everything a modern business application needs. New ideas can be implemented and scaled immediately via the internet.

STACKIT for start-ups

Tips & tricks: How to get the most out of STACKIT

Would you like to get started with the cloud or modernize your infrastructure? STACKIT makes getting started secure and uncomplicated. Here you can find out how to use central services in a targeted manner:

  • Virtual servers & storage - start flexibly, scale as required: Use virtual servers and storage to build up your IT infrastructure step by step - without high initial investment and with full cost transparency. Perfect for tests, new applications or growing projects. The flexible provision of resources ensures maximum efficiency.
  • Databases & data management - reliable and customizable: Whether SQL or NoSQL - STACKIT offers scalable database solutions for every requirement. Automated backups and monitoring ensure security and an overview. Central management makes it easier to manage your data.
  • Artificial intelligence & BI - getting more performance out of data: With smart analysis tools, you gain valuable insights, identify trends and make data-based decisions - for greater efficiency and innovative strength. The integration of AI services supports the development of new digital business models.
  • Security & control - everything in view, everything protected: STACKIT relies on certified data centers, access controls and monitoring. Roles and authorizations can be specifically controlled - for maximum customer security. The definition of individual security rules guarantees data protection at the highest level.
  • Migration made easy - step by step to the cloud: With the right tools, you can move applications and data securely to the cloud. Start small, gain experience - and expand as required. New services and resources can be provided flexibly at any time.
  • Hybrid architectures - the best of both worlds: Combine local systems with cloud resources. This keeps sensitive data on site while you benefit from the flexibility of the cloud. Powerful networks enable secure and efficient integration.

Why STACKIT? - Your benefits at a glance

European cloud

Your data remains secure and protected from unauthorized access.

Certified security

We meet the highest standards such as GDPR, ISO 27001 and C5.

Our certificates

Direct support

Personal and competent contact persons will support you quickly.

Innovative platform

The platform is continuously being developed and improved.

Further information on STACKIT benefits

Actively shaping the future of the cloud with STACKIT

Cloud computing is no longer just a technology topic. Cloud computing is the foundation of modern, agile and competitive companies. STACKIT offers you the right platform: confident, secure and flexible. Whether public administration, retail, healthcare, tech partner or start-up - STACKIT provides customers with a wide range of cloud services, functions and resources that adapt to your challenges - today and in the future.

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