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What's included

Eight IBM Cloud capabilities, one accountable team

We are here to help you out for a single capability or a full IBM Cloud migration program which will bring the costs down and improve performance. You can avail any capability as a standalone or alongside your existing AWS or Azure environment.

Migration AI & Modernisation Hybrid Cloud
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IBM Cloud Migration & Modernization

Lift-and-shift or re-platform workloads onto IBM Cloud VPC and classic infrastructure.

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IBM Power (AIX/IBM i) Readiness

Assessment and migration planning for Power Systems workloads onto IBM Cloud.

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Red Hat OpenShift on IBM Cloud

Containerize and orchestrate applications on managed OpenShift clusters.

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IBM Cloud Security & Compliance

Security posture management aligned to Privacy Act 1988 and APRA CPS 234.

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Watsonx AI Enablement

Stand up generative AI and ML use cases with watsonx.ai and watsonx.data.

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IBM Cloud Cost Optimisation

Rightsizing, reserved capacity and spend visibility for IBM Cloud environments.

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Hybrid & Multicloud Strategy

Architecture spanning IBM Cloud, AWS, Azure and Google Cloud to avoid vendor lock-in.

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Managed IBM Cloud Operations

Ongoing monitoring, patching and support during Australian business hours.

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Platforms

Platform & technologies we work across

We analyze and scope the possibility of multi-cloud management in Australia considering the workload of your business along with where it seems feasible to keep something on AWS or Azure.

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Benifit’s the Services

Get the right IBM Cloud stack, tailored to your business needs.

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Tailored Cloud Strategy

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Flexible Hybrid Architecture

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Implement Business

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Implement Business

IBM Cloud Core

IBM Cloud VPC IBM Cloud Classic Infrastructure IBM Cloud Satellite

Containers & AI

Red Hat OpenShift watsonx.ai watsonx.data Cloud Pak for Data

Power & Legacy

PowerVS AIX IBM i

Multi-cloud & Automation

Terraform AWS Azure Google Cloud

How We Deliver

Our IBM Cloud engagement process

A well-thought and well-structured path from first assessment to fully supported operations.

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IBM Cloud readiness assessment

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Migration & modernization roadmap

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Build & migrate

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Security & cost validation

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Managed operations

Workload Assessment Licensing Review Data Residency Cloud Readiness

The first stage is always evaluating the current workloads, licensing and data residency requirements to map-up a perfectly fit IBM Cloud services.

Workload Assessment Licensing Review Data Residency Cloud Readiness

Then comes a fixed-scope proposal covering migration approach, OpenShift or Watsonx components, timeline and pricing.

Workload Assessment Licensing Review Data Residency Cloud Readiness

A team of engineers with rich experience on Workload migration, OpenShift cluster setup and Watsonx configuration, delivers in demo-able sprints.

Workload Assessment Licensing Review Data Residency Cloud Readiness

Security posture review and cost baseline before handover or ongoing management.

Workload Assessment Licensing Review Data Residency Cloud Readiness

Optional ongoing monitoring, patching and cost optimisation retainer.

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Why CDU for IBM

State-of-the-Art IBM and Multi-Cloud Management & Engineering with Hybrid Architecture Planning.

We strongly believe Our Services should help your business flourish but not to hold it back. Hence, CDU loves to be a multi-cloud engineering partner, not a single vendor reseller.

Typical outcomes

What changes after an IBM Cloud engagement

Figures below are typical ranges reported by clients across recent engagements, not guarantees your results depend on your starting point

User Training

60%

Faster Onboarding

Integrations

130+

Dealerships Connected

Operations

99.9%

Platform Availability
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Client Testimonials

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Real partnerships. Honest feedback. See why organisations across Australia trust Cloud Downunder to design, build, and support their digital products.

A special shout-out to Sam, who was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated. Sam took the time to understand my needs and expectations for a future Mercedes-Benz App and went above and beyond. His attention to detail and commitment is evident in every aspect of his work. In addition to his technical expertise, it is clear that Sam is genuinely invested in the success of his clients. If you're looking for a reliable, talented, and customer-focused app development company, look no further than AppGurus.

AppGurus built a platform to manage the driver compliance paperwork and fault reporting system for heavy vehicles. It could automatically review all paperwork, sending notifications when there were issues. AppGurus showed genuine passion for the project, giving invaluable technical insights.

AppGurus managed the project well despite the changes in the scope and design. The team constantly communicated through messaging apps at every key deliverable. They also collaborated through in-person meetings.

AppGurus ensured a smooth workflow through frequent communication and prompt customer support — they were always quick to respond to any queries or concerns. The team was also proactive in terms of sharing helpful ideas. They loved my concept and understood my target market really well.

AppGurus was helpful, timely, and efficient at collaborating via Basecamp. Moreover, they embraced the client's vision very well and were communicative, responsive, and solutions-oriented. They were very quick to embrace my vision, providing me with endless solutions for anything I asked for.

AppGurus offered strong interpersonal relationships that optimized the development process. The apps have remained in the top positions of the education genre in the Apple Store. I appreciate AppGurus' loyalty and understanding. We've formed a bond and trust with each other, and we respect each other's opinions.

We came to AppGurus with an idea and extremely basic wireframe of our concept. They provided priceless industry knowledge, transparency and understanding as part of the design and construction process. As a startup with no app development or programming knowledge, the experience of AppGurus turned our idea into a polished, fully functioning product. The continuing support we have received after completion of our app has been exceptional.

I moved to AppGurus in 2019 after using another company for a number of years and not being satisfied with the quality of work. The change was the best thing I ever did for my app. AppGurus actually listened to exactly what I wanted out of my app and nothing was too hard for them - as well as their pricing was attractive. I would happily recommend AppGurus to anyone whether they are wanting a development done from scratch or already have a product and they are not happy with their current service. I'm very excited about the future of my app knowing I have the backing of AppGurus if I need anything.

Where to begin? We can all conceive that app development is highly specialized. Client expectations have to be managed especially where projects take on a life of their own, creating options that could never have been envisaged at the start. In our case, subject to certain parameters, AppGurus became a quasi partner in fulfilling the dreams we had of our project. The integration of their ideas into our project was priceless. This does not happen in normal business dealings. Big Thumbs Up AppGurus.

I approached the AppGurus to transform my Homeworthy Inspection System into a mobile app. They guided me through the entire process and made Homeworthy a robust platform by utilising my vision and industry experience. Many businesses and individuals now conduct their inspection services using Homeworthy and the numbers are growing. I personally have saved 2 hours per day on inspection reports, by simply using the Homeworthy app. It's a fast and reliable experience.

We never felt that we were dealing with sales people, but rather with a team that had a deep technical understanding. AppGurus built an app to improve communication between the client and their customers. They also integrated an AI element to make custom recommendations to users.

Working with the AppGurus was very professional and streamlined. They took my vague descriptions of what I wanted and turned them into something real and functional. There was a lot of extra guidance which has been quite valuable in shaping Eater Meter to what it is today. I highly recommend AppGurus for any sort of web-app related development.

These guys are great and easy to work with. Their patience and service has been amazing considering we come from a non tech background. Highly recommend them.

AppGurus provided the outcome what I was expecting. I just shared my idea with their team which I wanted to publish in the market and they guided me and made this product in a very efficient way. My apps are available on stores and I am really happy with the service they provided.

App Gurus delivered a fully-optimized product that went beyond the project's original scope, much to the client's delight. The team was highly communicative, and internal stakeholders were particularly impressed with the vendor's team dynamic, work ethic, and solutions-based approach.

The app has earned a significant amount of downloads since its launch. Thus far, the platform has satisfied expectations and matches the original vision. App Gurus is dedicated to the project, ensuring they’re approachable and timely in the case of issues.

App Gurus listened to client needs and ensured any technical issues were resolved quickly. The cost was higher than expected, and there was a slight staffing mishap early on, but user responses have been good.

App Gurus has delivered a functional and easy-to-use app in a timely manner. The team has ensured stellar communication and efficiently addressed the project requirements. Their receptiveness, design competencies, and innovative approach are key elements of their work.

Boasting a strong understanding of the client's needs and goals, allowing them to confidently deliver a solution that matched. The reliable team utilized Basecamp to manage the project and collaborate effectively with the client throughout. Their high-quality design and development work stood out.

Thanks to App Gurus' efforts, the client was able to establish a clear scope for a web-based solution while tailoring the apps for their target audience. The app also allowed businesses to sign up and manage their menus. Overall, the team was easy to work with and dedicated to the project.

Decided on App Gurus to save time and effort. They understood what I wanted, and I loved their enthusiasm and energy from the beginning and felt that they were the right people to work with. They provided various options and a quote that was unbeatable which was a contributing factor to my decision to work with them within a specific budget. They guided me through the processes step-by-step and I received some great advice along the way.

App Gurus has successfully delivered a fully functional website and mobile app, satisfying the client's needs. The team utilizes their in-depth knowledge to deliver quality outputs and provide helpful advice. The partners interact through email and messaging apps. Their knowledge is impressive.

Love the design of my app and very happy with the progress. Sam and his developers have gone the extra mile to give me a great product. Looking forward to launching this summer!!

I have been very happy to work with App Gurus on my project. It was a complex project, and it took time to refine it to conform to my ideas. They approached it with patience and professionalism, and I am definitely pleased with the final outcome.

My company engaged App Gurus to create a new portal linking several off the shelf software items using API. Not only was App Gurus affordable, their work was completed within timely and correctly. I would have no hesitation in recommending Sam and App Gurus for your next project.

When I was looking for a company to take on my app, most companies wanted to charge me more than my budget just to create a proof of concept. App Gurus came up with a plausible solution on how to make my idea work at our first meeting. This was my first app development project and the team walked me through the process to not only build the app, but also assisted with all things Apple and getting it on to the App Store. The result is a very professional and funky product.

Despite setting high expectations, App Gurus managed to exceed them. I had a unique job that required some out of the box thinking and App Gurus was up to the challenge. Their ongoing support was excellent - actively seeking my feedback, being patient with all my requests and prudently addressing them. I’d highly recommend their services if you’re looking for a job to be done right.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Cloud Downunder's services, process, and Australian-local approach.

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watsonx is IBM's enterprise AI and data platform, built around three components: watsonx.ai for building and deploying generative AI and machine learning models, watsonx.data for open, governed data lakehouse storage, and watsonx.governance for model explainability and compliance. It's built on Red Hat OpenShift, so it runs consistently across on-premises, IBM Cloud and other clouds rather than locking your AI workloads to one environment — the governance layer is what enterprises in regulated industries tend to value most.

Red Hat OpenShift itself is cloud-agnostic and runs on AWS, Azure, Google Cloud or on-premises — the choice isn't locked to IBM Cloud. Many businesses run OpenShift on IBM Cloud specifically for tighter integration with watsonx AI, IBM Power workloads or existing IBM licensing, while keeping other workloads on AWS or Azure. We help you decide this on merit rather than defaulting to a single vendor.

We align security posture management to the Privacy Act 1988 and APRA CPS 234 for regulated Australian businesses, particularly financial services. This covers data residency, access controls and audit-ready configuration on IBM Cloud, so compliance is built into the environment from the readiness assessment stage rather than bolted on before an audit.

Yes. Hybrid and multicloud strategy is one of our core capabilities — we architect across IBM Cloud, AWS, Azure and Google Cloud specifically to avoid vendor lock-in, drawing on our wider cloud engineering team's expertise across all four platforms rather than defaulting to whichever platform we happen to specialise in.

Yes, at the assessment and migration-planning level — we evaluate Power Systems workloads for IBM Cloud readiness and plan the migration path. For very large mainframe transformation programs, we'll help you scope the work honestly and bring in specialist partners where needed, rather than overpromising on a program outside our core strength.

Cost depends on workload count, licensing, and whether it's lift-and-shift or a deeper modernisation involving OpenShift or watsonx components. Our IBM Cloud readiness assessment evaluates your current workloads, licensing and data residency requirements first, then we return a fixed-scope proposal covering approach, timeline and pricing — so the number reflects your actual environment.

Lift-and-shift moves workloads onto IBM Cloud VPC or classic infrastructure largely as-is, prioritising speed and lower migration risk. Modernization re-platforms applications to run containerized on Red Hat OpenShift, which takes more upfront work but positions the application to integrate with watsonx AI, scale more flexibly, and run consistently across hybrid environments. We'll recommend the right approach per workload rather than forcing one strategy across your entire estate.

Not by design. We position ourselves as a multi-cloud engineering partner rather than a single-vendor reseller, and every migration and configuration decision is documented and handed over, so your team is never dependent on us — or locked into IBM — to keep the environment running or move it elsewhere later.

Yes. Beyond go-live, we offer an optional managed IBM Cloud operations retainer covering ongoing monitoring, patching and cost optimisation, supported during AEST/AEDT Australian business hours, so your environment keeps running smoothly after the initial migration or modernization project ends.

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