Hybrid Cloud Consulting
The advantages of public cloud and private cloud in one model.
More flexibility and control with a hybrid cloud
A hybrid cloud combines public cloud and private cloud into a single model. Companies can run sensitive data and critical applications in a protected environment while using the flexibility of the public cloud for other workloads. This lets you deploy resources as needed, manage costs more effectively and improve the resilience of your IT.
MaibornWolff supports you on the way to a hybrid cloud that is not only technically sound but also works in day-to-day operations. Together, we define the right target picture, prioritize meaningful use cases and develop an architecture that lets you benefit from hybrid infrastructures in your company for the long term.
Why MaibornWolff? Hybrid cloud consulting with substance
For a hybrid cloud to work in everyday operations, architecture, integration, security and operations have to work together. That is why our consulting is based on the following principles:
We develop hybrid cloud architectures that fit your existing IT landscape. We connect on-premises, private cloud and public cloud into a solution that is technically sound and economically viable.
A hybrid cloud only unfolds its value when everything works together. We make sure that workloads, data, platforms and security requirements are cleanly integrated across all environments.
Our teams bring extensive experience from demanding cloud projects. The result is solutions that not only convince technologically but also prove themselves in established IT landscapes.
We design your cloud environment so that data protection, compliance and IT security are considered from the very beginning. With security by design, we lay the foundation for GDPR-compliant and ISO 27001-aligned solutions.
Every customer is different and has individual requirements. That is why we have created a future-proof and scalable system architecture that keeps all options open for us.
Our partnerships with leading cloud providers
Successful hybrid cloud consulting requires experience with different platforms and operating models. That is why MaibornWolff works closely with leading cloud providers such as AWS, Microsoft Azure and STACKIT. At the same time, our advice is deliberately vendor-independent. The focus is not on a particular provider, but on the solution that best fits your IT landscape and your goals.
Why switching to a hybrid cloud pays off
A hybrid cloud offers companies decisive advantages because it combines the strengths of local IT infrastructures with the possibilities of the public cloud. Specifically, you benefit from:
Depending on your needs, you can run applications and data in the private or public cloud. This lets you protect sensitive areas in a targeted way while staying flexible with less critical processes.
During peak loads, you can draw on additional resources from the public cloud at short notice. This allows you to expand your capacity as needed without permanently enlarging your infrastructure.
Critical data is stored locally, where you have more control over access and protective measures. This also makes it easier to comply with legal and industry-specific requirements.
You use internal and external resources exactly where they make economic sense. This helps you avoid unnecessarily high cloud costs and oversized in-house infrastructure.
How we ensure data protection and compliance in your hybrid cloud
In a hybrid cloud, data and workloads are processed, stored and transferred across different environments. That is why regulatory requirements must be met not just selectively, but across all systems.
We integrate data protection and compliance as an integral part of the architecture. Whether GDPR-compliant data localization, NIS2 requirements for critical infrastructure or industry-specific standards such as TISAX: we make sure your hybrid cloud remains auditable and verifiable without slowing down operations.
Hybrid cloud consulting at MaibornWolff: our approach
A hybrid cloud pays off when each environment takes on the tasks it is suited for. Critical data and latency-sensitive systems stay where control and proximity matter. Scalable workloads and new services run where flexibility and speed count. As part of our hybrid cloud consulting, we clarify exactly this allocation and create the technical foundation for stable operations.
1. Analysis of the current situation
We start by looking at your existing infrastructure, application landscape, operating models and constraints. We analyze which systems and workloads are in use today, which dependencies exist and which requirements arise from data protection, compliance, governance, performance and availability.
2. Workshops & target picture
In joint workshops, we work out what your hybrid cloud should look like in concrete terms. We define the target architecture, responsibilities and guardrails for future operations. Among other things, we clarify which applications are best placed in which environment, how data flows are designed and what role topics such as security, scalability and integration play.
3. Architecture, governance & security
In the next step, we refine the target architecture and create the conditions required for secure and stable operations. To do this, we define the technical architecture of your hybrid cloud and plan authorization concepts, approval processes, network connections and security mechanisms. Regulatory requirements for data protection and traceability as well as industry-specific requirements are integrated directly into the architecture.
4. Implementation & migration
We then support the technical implementation. As part of our hybrid cloud consulting, we integrate new solutions into existing systems, migrate suitable workloads and modernize applications where it makes sense.
5. Support & knowledge transfer
Even after implementation, we work closely with your teams. We help set up suitable operating processes, sharpen responsibilities and pass on the necessary know-how. As a result, your hybrid cloud environment does not depend on external knowledge but can be operated and further developed securely in-house.
Our experts support you from strategy to technical implementation.
Our case studies and projects in hybrid cloud
Whether hybrid cloud, cloud strategy or migration: our case studies show how we support companies in developing and implementing modern cloud solutions.
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About the DB Energie Case StudyDB Energie: Complex Software Project in a Highly Regulated EnvironmentEnergyCloudSoftware DevelopmentAbout the DB Energie Case StudyKey System Component for the Market Access Model in the Rail Power Market
About the DB Energie Case StudyDomain-Driven Architecture, Automated Testing Strategy, and Integration of Numerous Third-Party Systems (AWS)
About the DB Energie Case StudyOn-time launch, stable routine operation, scalability for peak loads
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About the ifm Referenceifm: Azure AI strengthens global procurement capabilitiesAI & MLCloudIndustry 4.0About the ifm ReferenceStreamline global supplier evaluation in procurement instead of relying on individual search strategies that require a lot of manual work
About the ifm ReferenceA chat-based AI assistant built on Azure OpenAI and AI Search that aggregates ERP data, website information, and internal reviews
About the ifm ReferenceMVP up and running in 11 weeks; new employees can get started without a lengthy onboarding process; Azure AI Platform as the foundation for additional use cases
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About the Monitoring ReferenceA New Approach to Workplace Safety: Live Monitoring and Management of Gas Detectors in the CloudCloudIoTCybersecurityAbout the Monitoring ReferenceCloud Platform for Live Monitoring and Management of Mobile Gas Detectors
About the Monitoring ReferenceCloud-native microservices, IoT gateway, scalable Kubernetes backend (Azure)
About the Monitoring ReferenceReal-time alerts worldwide in under 10 seconds, 140,000+ devices
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To the BMW referenceVirtualization of software testing for control units in the AWS cloudCloudEmbedded & RoboticsQuality EngineeringTo the BMW referenceDigital twin for control unit development & testing in cars
To the BMW referenceVirtualization of control units & AWS cloud integration
To the BMW referenceSetup of virtual cars & control units without expensive hardware setups, worldwide & distributed testing
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To the STARTRAIFF referenceWIRKSTATT: Business Intelligence for the sales forceAI & MLCloudData PlatformsTo the STARTRAIFF referenceAggregation of internal customer data & external data in a single web application
To the STARTRAIFF referenceData bundling & analysis with Amazon Bedrock
To the STARTRAIFF referenceIntuitive user interface for sales, 88% reduced preparation time before customer visits
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To the MAN referenceMAN - ATLAS L4. Control Center for the autonomous truckAutomotiveCloudData PlatformsTo the MAN referenceControl center for the technical monitoring of driverless trucks
To the MAN referenceUX design, product strategy, data structure, vehicle data visualization
To the MAN referenceMonitoring, remote support, mission management, reports for commercial autonomous transport solutions
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To the NOW referenceNOW: National Organization for Change in Mobility: development of a data warehouse systemCloudData PlatformsIT ConsultingTo the NOW referenceData foundation for nationwide charging infrastructure in Germany
To the NOW referenceCloud data warehouse for integration & analysis of many diverse data sources (AWS)
To the NOW referenceSolid architecture, single point of truth ensures data-based evaluation of charging station demand
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To the NETZSCH referenceNETZSCH: Development of an IoT platformCloudIoTData PlatformsTo the NETZSCH referenceUnified IoT platform for 3 business units, harmonization of existing IoT solutions
To the NETZSCH referenceIoT device connectivity, visualization software for data analysis, cloud infrastructure, operations
To the NETZSCH referenceQuick testing in the cloud infrastructure, fast integration of use cases such as predictive maintenance, process optimizations, etc.
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To the OroraTech referenceOroraTech - Security & Compliance SupportCybersecurityCloudIT ConsultingTo the OroraTech referenceRisk threat analyses for satellite startup
To the OroraTech referenceSecurity process definition, IT security risk register, action plan
To the OroraTech referenceFuture-proof IT security for successful growth
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To inCTRL referenceinCTRL Solutions: Modernization of the IoT platform for water treatment plantsCloudIoTIT ModernizationTo inCTRL referenceIoT & software modernization, integration of new functions
To inCTRL referenceData warehouse setup, integration of microservices, automated quality assurance, Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
To inCTRL referenceImproved resilience, maintainability & further development capability of the platform
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To the Health.exe referenceHealth.exe: AI-supported platform creates training plans for patientsAI & MLCloudData PlatformsTo the Health.exe referenceAI-supported service for orthopedic & sports medicine practices
To the Health.exe referenceCloud-based web application for doctors for the automated, evidence-based creation of individually tailored patient training plans
To the Health.exe referenceNew revenue source without fixed costs, higher patient retention, AI-supported & guideline-based
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See Siemens referenceSiemens: AI demand prediction platform for industrial production planningAI & MLCloudData PlatformsSee Siemens referenceMachine learning for time series forecasting
See Siemens referenceAutoML for automated adaptation of models to different data
See Siemens referenceUnified, scalable solution, optimized inventory costs, efficiency gains
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See Miele referenceMiele domestic appliances are networked worldwideCloudIoTEmbedded & RoboticsSee Miele referenceFurther development of the IoT platform for connected home appliances
See Miele referenceContainer-based architecture, open standards, modular design
See Miele referenceQuick availability & scalability of digital services, high added value for users
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See STIHL referenceSTIHL: Control iMOW robotic mower via appCloudIoTAppsSee STIHL referenceControl and configuration of the robotic mower via smartphone
See STIHL referenceDevelopment of app, web, cloud platform and direct Bluetooth communication
See STIHL referenceDigital benefits for users, app controllability, remote software updates
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See ifm services referenceifm services: Remote maintenance of systems and machinesCloudIoTEmbedded & RoboticsSee ifm services referenceFully integrated remote access in the IoT platform
See ifm services referenceFull stack cloud application, RUST-based clients, UX design
See ifm services referenceAnalysis of sensor data from production as a basis for sustainable decisions for customers
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See DER Touristik referenceDER Touristik Online: Development and migration of a multi-client capable travel booking platformCloudWeb & PortalsIT ScalingSee DER Touristik referenceConsolidation of websites onto a scalable travel booking platform
See DER Touristik referenceMulti-tenant platform in microservice architecture, cloud infrastructure & migration (AWS), digital design, testing
See DER Touristik referenceModern user experience, forward-looking travel experience platform
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See Bayernwerk referenceBayernwerk: Knowledge management via teamsWeb & PortalsCloudIT ConsultingSee Bayernwerk referenceTeams app for service technicians
See Bayernwerk referenceUser-centered, intuitive UX/UI design
See Bayernwerk referenceIdentification & utilization of implicit knowledge within the company
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See Es geht LOS referenceEs geht LOS: Development of a cloud-based application for citizen participationCloudAppsWeb & PortalsSee Es geht LOS referenceApp for digitalizing lottery-based participation processes for municipalities
See Es geht LOS referenceDigital Garage, AWS Amplify & Google Maps integration, MVP in just 5 weeks
See Es geht LOS referenceSelection, contact & user management via the app: data-secure, efficient, user-friendly
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See referenceGlobal workforce planning systemAI & MLCloudData PlatformsSee referenceCentralized web-based IT system to replace individual isolated solutions
See referenceEvent sourcing for planning & analytics, domain-driven design, cloud migration
See referenceEasy updates, expansion, maintenance, optimized security
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See DER Touristik referenceDER Touristik: Become a digital travel companion in 7 monthsAppsCloudWeb & PortalsSee DER Touristik referenceApp for digital customer support before, during & after the trip
See DER Touristik referenceCross-platform app with Flutter, UX/UI design, requirements engineering
See DER Touristik referenceArchitecture flexibly integrates and extends to many languages, countries & brands
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See DEKRA referenceDEKRA: Modern enterprise architecture thanks to co-creationIT ConsultingCloudIT ModernizationSee DEKRA referenceOperational & technical harmonization of the legacy IT landscape
See DEKRA referenceEnterprise architecture as co-creation by the lead architects of all IT business units
See DEKRA referenceEA community worldwide for all operational units
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See BMW Group referenceBMW Group: Remote software upgrade for vehiclesCloudAutomotiveCybersecuritySee BMW Group referenceSoftware upgrades without the need to visit a service center
See BMW Group referenceBackend system for over-the-air communication with the vehicle, 24/7 support
See BMW Group referenceIT security, more comfort, on-demand provision of new features
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See referenceA data platform for the Azure Cloud in the energy sectorCloudData PlatformsIT ConsultingSee referenceData-based information for planning & implementing the climate transition for the public sector & energy providers
See referenceScalable foundation data platform on MS Azure for migrating & automating differently formatted geo-data into a structured data schema
See referenceQuality-checked data, provision in the form of the target data model, robust, scalable database & infrastructure
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See Weidmüller referenceWeidmüller: Progression of the Industrial Service PlatformCloudIoTWeb & PortalsSee Weidmüller referenceCreation of a centralized, intuitive, expandable portal as the foundation for industrial applications (remote access, data visualization, ML)
See Weidmüller referenceExploration, setup & further development of the base platform for industrial services
See Weidmüller referenceInnovative portal for end-to-end solutions, MVP in just 7 months
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To the FinOps referenceTravel information systems: 25 percent savings in cloud costs and stable operation thanks to FinOpsCloudIT ConsultingWeb & PortalsTo the FinOps referenceAlignment of the distributed travel information system with many data sources & target groups on the AWS cloud
To the FinOps referenceFinOps: cost transparency, cloud strategy, system & architecture design, usage-based operating times, early anomaly detection
To the FinOps referenceCost transparency at team level, lean operating processes, robust observability
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To the FinOps referenceSupply chain management: Reducing cloud operating costs by 50 percent with FinOpsCloudIT ConsultingData PlatformsTo the FinOps referenceReduction of costs caused by over-dimensioning & manual processes, establishment of transparency
To the FinOps referenceTargeted process modernization, automation & rightsizing
To the FinOps referenceAnnual cloud operating cost reduction: 400,000 EUR, scalability, reliability
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Hybrid cloud offers enormous potential. Turning it into a viable operating model, however, requires clean implementation. Different environments, security requirements and existing systems have to work together smoothly. This is exactly where our hybrid cloud consulting supports you. We develop existing systems in a targeted way and help you tap into new cloud potential securely. With MaibornWolff, you rely on an experienced technology partner that thinks holistically about cloud platforms, cybersecurity and custom software solutions. The result is an IT landscape that works reliably today and grows flexibly with your requirements tomorrow.
FAQs: Frequently asked questions about hybrid cloud consulting
What is a hybrid cloud?
A hybrid cloud combines public cloud and private cloud into a single model. Companies combine the scalability and cost advantages of the public cloud with the security and control of a private or on-premises environment.
To master the complexity of these setups, modern hybrid environments are increasingly based on cloud-native technologies: Kubernetes serves as a standardized abstraction layer, while central control planes enable consistent management of on-premises and public cloud resources.
This makes it possible to distribute data and applications in a targeted way according to need, load and criticality or to move them between environments. Sensitive data and critical applications remain in the private cloud or in local IT. Less critical or highly fluctuating workloads can run in the public cloud.
Which companies is a hybrid cloud suitable for?
A hybrid cloud is particularly suitable for companies with high requirements for data protection, scalability and resilience. It is also often a good fit for companies that have established IT structures and do not want to move entirely to the public cloud right away.
How does my company benefit from hybrid cloud consulting?
As part of our hybrid cloud consulting, we identify potential for greater flexibility, scalability and security in your IT landscape. We integrate existing systems sensibly, protect sensitive data in a targeted way and distribute workloads efficiently between private cloud, public cloud and on-premises. This helps you avoid wrong decisions on architecture, integration and governance from the outset.
How much does hybrid cloud consulting cost?
It is hardly possible to make a general statement about the cost of hybrid cloud consulting, as every company has different requirements for IT infrastructure, security and integration. Factors such as the existing system landscape, the scope of the consulting and the complexity of the hybrid cloud architecture influence the effort. After an initial conversation, we assess your needs and prepare a suitable offer for you.
What should I bring to hybrid cloud consulting?
For individual consulting, your goals, insights into existing IT structures and information on processes and governance are particularly important. Since we work closely with you, time for regular exchange and joint coordination is also an important success factor. On this basis, we develop a solution that fits your requirements and your company.