Private Cloud powered by FlexPod

Why FlexPod?

Built for modern workloads

As Australian organisations deal with evolving infrastructure demands, data sovereignty requirements, and surging AI workloads, FlexPod stands out as a modern platform built for agility, performance and control—no matter where your applications run.

Whether you’re deploying AI and machine learning models, modernising mission-critical databases, or running virtual desktop environments, FlexPod’s converged architecture supports the performance, scalability and simplicity needed to deliver results. It’s ideal for:

• AI/ML workloads: High-performance compute and storage with low latency and elastic scalability
• Enterprise apps and databases: Consistent performance, robust availability and simplified lifecycle management
• Hybrid cloud and repatriated workloads: Seamless movement across cloud and on-prem environments
• Private or sovereign cloud use cases: Enhanced control and compliance with Australian data sovereignty laws
• Dev/test environments: Fast provisioning and repeatable architecture for innovation at speed

Repatriation ready: Bringing workloads home, smarter

CIOs are increasingly re-evaluating public cloud usage, especially for cost control, latency, and compliance reasons. An ADAPT study unveils that 61% of organisations are contemplating workload repatriation, a strategic shift where workloads or data are moved from the cloud back to on-premises infrastructure or a different cloud provider.

Whether you’re migrating workloads back from hyperscalers or optimising across hybrid environments, FlexPod delivers:

• Predictable costs and performance
• Enhanced governance and control
• Support for sensitive workloads requiring sovereign cloud capabilities
• Built-in tools for hybrid management via Cisco Intersight

With 30+ years of experience, a national support footprint, and deep hybrid cloud expertise, Interactive ensures your FlexPod deployment is not only technically sound—but strategically aligned to your business goals, from security and compliance to cost-efficiency and ESG.

Key benefits of FlexPod:

• Up to 50% faster deployment times with Cisco Validated Designs
• 30% reduction in infrastructure costs via improved resource utilisation
• Scalable to support AI, analytics, and hybrid cloud environments
• Proven 99.999% availability for critical applications

From mid-size businesses to large enterprises, FlexPod supports seamless migration, centralised management through Cisco Intersight, and robust security capabilities—all within an environment designed for hybrid flexibility.

Source: The Total Economic Impact of Cisco and NetApp’s FlexPod

FlexPod by the numbers

Businesses using FlexPod report powerful results across their IT environments:

43% fewer staff needed to manage infrastructure

32% faster software installation and management

29% less time spent on monitoring, troubleshooting, and remediation

29% savings on power and cooling

24% reduction in CapEx for hardware and software

23% savings on annual maintenance fees

28% savings on services, outsourcing, and consulting

34% less data centre floor space required

65% more time focused on innovation and new projects

Source: The FlexPod Advantage – Cisco and NetApp report.