How was Sardina Systems founded and with what goals in mind?
Sardina Systems’ journey began in 2014, but the seeds were planted earlier. Our founding team sharpened their expertise in high-performance computing by developing advanced mathematical libraries and system software stack for supercomputers. Later this deep technical base set the stage for the launch of FishOS (sardinasystems.com/fishos), our OpenStack-based platform. When we entered the market, we made a splash with our FishOS Workload Manager, a revolutionary utilization-aware automation solution for OpenStack and Kubernetes. Bold? Maybe. Effective? Absolutely. From day one, our mission has been crystal clear: to help organizations scale IT infrastructure efficiently and cost-effectively through full automation of cloud management processes. No wasted resources, no unnecessary complexity, and definitely no hefty bills from hyperscalers. Since then, every innovation has been driven by this goal. In 2016, we introduced FishOS Upgrader, an innovative zero downtime to operations OpenStack upgrade tool.What is the FishOS Platform and who is it designed for?
FishOS is a fully automated cloud management platform that seamlessly integrates OpenStack, Kubernetes, and Ceph with our 11 unique components, including four AI-driven tools. FishOS tackles the pain points of cloud resource management head-on. Optimizing resource utilization up to an impressive 80% it makes life easier for IT teams and service operators with features like smart automation, comprehensive monitoring, and cost-saving tools. Paired with our robust support services, FishOS becomes a game-changer for enterprises striving for efficiency, zero downtime, and maximum ROI. Who uses FishOS? Our customers span industries from telecom and finance to government, service providers, research, academia, and beyond. The common thread? A commitment to reliability, performance, and innovation. Whether for virtual infrastructure in public, private, hybrid, or multi-cloud environments, or bare metal setups, the FishOS platform easily adapts to your business’ IT needs. The platform’s name reflects our approach to cloud management and commitment to virtual resource optimization. Imagine a perfectly packed can of sardines, where every fish has its optimal place, leaving no space wasted, but not overly packed. This efficiency is the very philosophy behind FishOS: we ensure that every VM finds its optimal place within the system.What other products/services do you offer?
Sardina Systems offers a range of services centered around our core product, FishOS. This includes advanced support with unlimited tickets and rapid response times, typically under two hours. All the associated services are determined by a single fixed-price license for 1, 3, or 5 years. Additionally, we believe that flexibility and collaboration are key in today’s fast-changing landscape. That’s why we focus on strengthening our partner network and developing joint solutions to drive innovation together. For instance, we have FishOS – Integrated Solution in our product offering, a pre-configured cloud management platform built on hardware from our trusted partners. This year, together with our partner Vespertec, we helped a German customer achieve a 50% reduction in cloud costs, earning us the Cloud Project of the Year award at the DCS Awards 2024.Is there anything particularly special you launched this year?
This year, in response to a significant market shift, we introduced FishOS Move It (sardinasystems.com/get-fishos/free-cloud-migration), an easy-to-use migration appliance designed for organizations transitioning from VMware to OpenStack. With a migration cost of just €1, the Sardina Systems team provides comprehensive support at every step, ensuring a fully remote and fast migration process. In 2024, we also launched IceCloud Integrated Services, a turnkey private cloud solution powered by 100% green energy (sardinasystems.com/solutions/icecloud-integrated-services). It combines FishOS, Vespertec’s robust hardware, and housing at a fully sustainable Borealis Data Center in Iceland. The project introduces an innovative approach to packaging workloads, enabling medium-sized and large enterprises with systems of 1-2 racks (80-90 nodes each) to achieve significant savings. These include up to a 50% reduction in energy consumption during off-peak hours and a 38% overall reduction, leading to substantial operational cost savings.What are some of the biggest challenges your customers are facing in cloud management, and how are Sardina Systems’ solutions helping them overcome these challenges?
Cloud management can feel like a maze, especially when you are dealing with large, complex environments. Common challenges we see include scaling infrastructure, managing costs, minimizing downtime, and keeping things simple enough for IT teams to actually enjoy their jobs. Take OpenStack, for example. While it offers flexibility and stability, it’s quite an intricate puzzle. The OpenStack’s complexity, lack of centralized documentation, complicated upgrades, and limited support are among its challenges. This is where FishOS comes in. By automating cloud management processes from deployment to daily operations and upgrades, FishOS frees up your IT teams to focus on more strategic things. No need to be an OpenStack expert, because our platform is intuitive and ready to roll from day one. Then there is the ever-present problem of cost and vendor lock-in. As enterprises grow, the price hikes from hyperscalers can become unsustainable. FishOS has a different approach. Based on the experience of our customers, our smart algorithms and flexible pricing model help them save up to 50% on cloud costs. With our transparent billing model, customers only pay for what they use, allowing them to minimize both capital expenditures (CapEx) and operational expenses (OpEx).What sets you apart from your competitors?
At Sardina Systems, we challenge the status quo by offering solutions that are not only more efficient and affordable but also focused on what our customers really need. Unlike some competitors who focus on consulting fees, we prioritize delivering real, measurable results. A significant part of our development is driven by customer feedback and provided out-of-the-box, ensuring seamless integration and immediate value. This is the case of our FishOS Billing , for instance. While others see obstacles, we see opportunities to deliver smarter solutions. For example, we can complete a full system upgrade in under five days, something that can take competitors months. Because who has time to wait around? And we’re not fans of hidden costs or fragmented licensing. With Sardina Systems, you get a complete cloud solution at one price, with no surprises. We even offer fixed pricing for long-term 3 and 5-year licenses, and the platform support is always included. We also make sure our customers have flexibility. FishOS lets organizations take full advantage of distributed architecture, and we support a wide range of integrations without charging extra for them. Need Ceph storage and Kubernetes integration? It’s included. Prefer to deploy on bare metal? FishOS has you covered. We prioritize efficiency, affordability, and results over flashy branding and bloated consulting fees. We deliver more for less, and faster.To learn more about Sardina Systems, you can visit sardinasystems.com
