Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
The next-generation cloud designed to run any application, faster and more securely, for less.
Executive Summary
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is a suite of cloud computing services that runs on the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure platform. It is engineered as a next-generation cloud, providing a high-performance, secure, and cost-effective environment for running any application. OCI offers a comprehensive set of services including compute, storage, networking, databases, analytics, and integration, designed to meet the demands of enterprise workloads. OCI distinguishes itself with a customer-friendly approach to pricing, offering consistent low costs globally and innovative capabilities to help eliminate unnecessary overpayment. The platform supports a flexible pay-as-you-go model, Universal Credits for predictable spending, and a Free Tier for getting started. It is built to deliver superior performance and security compared to previous-generation clouds, making it suitable for mission-critical applications and data-intensive workloads. With a focus on enterprise needs, OCI provides robust governance, compliance, and security features, including support for various industry certifications and data privacy frameworks. It enables organizations to build, deploy, and manage cloud-native applications, integrate diverse systems, and leverage advanced analytics and AI/ML capabilities, all while maintaining control over their data and infrastructure.
Use Cases
- Hosting and running enterprise applications and mission-critical workloads.
- Developing, deploying, and scaling cloud-native applications and microservices.
- Performing data analytics, machine learning, and high-performance computing (HPC).
- Implementing disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity solutions.
- Integrating diverse applications and data sources across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Features
Visibility
- Resource Explorer: Discover and manage all OCI resources across regions and compartments.
- Service Health Dashboard: Real-time status updates and notifications for OCI services.
Intelligence
- Autonomous Services: Self-managing, self-securing, and self-repairing services for databases and other workloads.
- Cloud Advisor: Provides recommendations for optimizing cost, performance, and security.
Support
- Global Customer Support: 24/7 access to Oracle's expert support team via multiple channels.
- Extensive Documentation: Comprehensive online guides, tutorials, and API references.
Technical Specifications
- Architecture
- Distributed cloud with public, hybrid, dedicated, and multicloud environments
- Deployment
- Cloud + On-Premise
- Authentication
- SSO/SAML, OAuth/OIDC, MFA, IAM, SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect
- API Available
- Yes
Infrastructure
- Oracle Cloud
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud
Integrations
- Salesforce
- SAP
- Shopify
- Snowflake
- Workday
- Microsoft Azure
Security & Compliance
Certifications: SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI DSS, HIPAA
Encryption: Robust encryption for data at rest and in transit, utilizing industry-standard algorithms and key management services.
Pricing
- Model
- Free Tier + pay-as-you-go / on-demand pricing
- Starting Price
- Free Tier with Always Free services; US$300 in free credits for 30 days
- Target Customer
- SMB,Mid-Market,Enterprise,Public Sector
- Contract Type
- Monthly, Annual
- Free Trial
- Yes, 30 days (credit card required)
Ratings & Reviews
Gartner: [object Object]/5
About Oracle
Oracle Corporation is a global technology company that provides cloud infrastructure and applications, database software, and enterprise IT solutions. Oracle Learning is the company’s training and certification offering, providing role-based learning paths, digital training, and credentials to help organizations adopt and optimize Oracle technologies.
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