NWS Blog

The easiest way to get started: the cloud as secure data storage with minimal effort. For many companies, getting started in the cloud initially seems complex: migrations, new architectures, changed processes. However, there is one area that deliberately sets itself...

The most important terms explained in the cloud glossary

Cloud computing forms the basis of modern IT infrastructures. You will come across countless technical terms, especially when getting started - from API to disaster recovery to virtual machines. In this comprehensive cloud glossary, I explain the most important terms...

Cloud

New in the NWS storage portfolio: S3 Eco – cost-efficient object storage made in Germany

by Sebastian Saemann

The NWS storage portfolio is growing. In addition to block storage (volumes, PVCs, optionally encrypted at rest), local NVMe block storage, and our air-gapped backup on tape as well as the proven S3 object storage, there is now a new, more cost-efficient option: S3...

AI & Cloud: best practices and examples

AI and cloud technologies are closely linked. Companies are increasingly relying on AI to automate processes, optimize decisions and develop innovative products. At the same time, the demands on infrastructure, scalability and security are increasing in order to...

Cloud, Kubernetes, AI: how modern IT architectures interact

The modern IT world is in a constant state of change. Companies are therefore increasingly faced with the challenge of making their applications scalable, efficient and future-proof. Three technologies in particular are shaping this transformation: cloud computing,...

Kubernetes

Why Kubernetes is becoming the backbone of modern software architectures

The IT sector in particular has undergone enormous change in recent years. Companies of all sizes are moving towards flexible, scalable and cloud-native architectures. One technology plays a prominent role in this change: Kubernetes. From start-ups to global...

What comes after ingress-nginx?

by Daniel Bodky

Last November, the Kubernetes project announced the discontinuation of the popular ingress controller ingress-nginx. After a best-effort transition phase until March 2026, the project will no longer receive any releases, bug fixes or security updates from this point...

Cloud, Kubernetes, AI: how modern IT architectures interact

The modern IT world is in a constant state of change. Companies are therefore increasingly faced with the challenge of making their applications scalable, efficient and future-proof. Three technologies in particular are shaping this transformation: cloud computing,...

Managed Services

NWS Managed AI Model: Open Source Power for AI Integrations

by Joshua Hartmann

GPT-OSS-120B is a powerful open-source alternative to GPT models and offers many modern capabilities such as tool calling, advanced context processing and flexible customization options. Thanks to our OpenAI-compatible API, our Managed AI model can be integrated...

10 questions you should ask your managed service partner

Outsourcing your IT to a managed service partner can bring many benefits: less stress, reliable IT systems, security and professional support around the clock. However, not every provider is the same and making the wrong choice can be expensive and time-consuming. To...

Managed services vs. project work: differences and synergies

The demands placed on modern IT landscapes are constantly increasing: systems must be stable and secure, but also flexible. Companies are therefore often faced with the question of whether they need a managed service or would rather rely on traditional project work....

Events

CfgMgmtCamp 2024: Our review

by Daniel Bodky

Last Sunday, part of our team drove all the way to Ghent in Belgium to take part in ConfigManagementCamp 2024.This is a free conference, held directly after FOSDEM, which attracts a large audience of open source fans, good conversations and new ideas year after year....