Augmented Hybrid IaaS Integrating Out-of-Band Touch Points
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) in cloud computing does not provide intelligently customized virtual machine environments, leaving many manual activities for consumers after provisioning, and lacks integration of out-of-band items such as licenses, load balancing, and ongoing management tasks.
Innovation Solution
The innovation introduces an augmented hybrid IaaS that includes methods and systems for provisioning hybrid cloud services by integrating out-of-band touch points, providing a portal for user requests, and offering lifecycle management for ongoing patching and compliance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If traditional IaaS provisioning is used, then basic infrastructure services are provided, but manual activities and post-provisioning efforts are excessive
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-configuring virtual machine environments with intelligent customization during the provisioning phase. Out-of-band items such as licenses, load balancing, and security configurations are automatically set up before the user receives the service, eliminating the need for manual post-provisioning configuration activities.
Solution Approach 2:
The augmented hybrid IaaS enables self-service by automatically managing post-provisioning tasks including patching, compliance monitoring, and configuration management. The system performs lifecycle management activities autonomously without requiring manual intervention from users, thereby reducing both manual effort and time consumption.
2Adaptability or versatility
If traditional IaaS is provided, then basic compute resources are allocated, but integration of out-of-band items is lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges traditionally separate services by integrating out-of-band items such as licensing, load balancing, security configurations, and lifecycle management directly into the IaaS provisioning process. This consolidation allows users to receive a comprehensive bundled solution that includes both infrastructure resources and previously separate management services, enhancing adaptability without requiring users to manage multiple separate integrations.
3Ease of operation
If basic IaaS provisioning is implemented, then infrastructure services are delivered, but user base is limited to system administrators
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables non-administrator users to perform self-service operations through automated lifecycle management capabilities. Users can request and receive fully configured virtual machine environments with all necessary configurations, licenses, and security settings automatically applied. The system handles complex management tasks autonomously, allowing users with limited technical expertise to operate the service effectively.
Solution Approach 2:
The augmented hybrid IaaS acts as an intermediary between users and complex infrastructure management tasks. It provides a simplified interface that abstracts away the complexity of underlying system administration activities, translating user requests into automated provisioning and management actions, thereby making the service accessible to a broader user base beyond system administrators.
Data Source
AI summary
The subject disclosure pertains to provisioning of a hybrid cloud services solution to users. A request for hybrid cloud service can be received from a user by way of a portal. Target users of a hybrid cloud service are identified in response to the received request. Out-of-band touch points can next be determined based on the target users and the request. In one instance, the touch points can be determined based on enterprise or industry rules regarding touch points. Subsequently, a hybrid cloud service solution can be provisioned that integrates the out-of-band touch points. Automatic life cycle management controls can also be provisioned to address patches.