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Premier Red Hat Consulting Firm

Shadow-Soft helps enterprises across the Southeast and U.S. modernize infrastructure with Red Hat technologies. Based in Atlanta, we offer end-to-end consulting, from readiness assessments to production-ready deployments and team enablement across the entire Red Hat portfolio.

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Why Enterprises Trust Shadow-Soft

Certified Red Hat Partner

Premier Business Partner status with Red Hat for consulting, implementation, and enablement across the full Red Hat portfolio

Atlanta-Based, National Reach

Headquartered in Metro Atlanta, serving the Southeast and U.S. enterprises.

Boutique & Specialized

We focus on Red Hat Enterprise Linux, OpenShift, Ansible, Red Hat AI, and comprehensive Red Hat ecosystem solutions.

Proven Results

Faster deployment, stronger compliance, and better team enablement across Red Hat technologies.

Red Hat Consulting & Implementation Services

  • Red Hat OpenShift Readiness Virtualization
  • Red Hat OpenShift Platform Services
  • Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform
  • Red Hat OpenShift AI Platform
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Consulting
  • Integrated Red Hat Ecosystem Implementation
  • Red Hat OpenShift Readiness Virtualization

    Red Hat OpenShift Readiness Virtualization

    Time Frame: 10-14 Week Engagement

    Modernize virtualized workloads with Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization, enabling VM-to-container migration strategies while maintaining existing virtual machine investments alongside cloud-native applications on a unified platform.

    Technical Outcomes:

    • Production OpenShift Virtualization platform with live migration capabilities
    • Hybrid workload management supporting both VMs and containers
    • Automated VM lifecycle management with policy-driven operations
    • Integrated backup, disaster recovery, and high availability for virtual workloads

    Business Outcomes:

    • Significant cost reduction compared to VMware licensing (up to 70% savings)
    • Unified platform management reducing operational complexity
    • Accelerated application modernization with gradual VM-to-container migration
    • Future-ready infrastructure supporting both traditional and cloud-native workloads

    Deliverables:

    • Production OpenShift Virtualization platform with VM migration framework
    • Hybrid workload management policies and automation workflows
    • Cost analysis and ROI validation demonstrating VMware alternative savings
    • Migration roadmap and team enablement for ongoing VM modernization

  • Red Hat OpenShift Platform Services

    Red Hat OpenShift Platform Services

    Time Frame: 10-14 Week Engagement

    Implement enterprise-grade OpenShift container platform with integrated CI/CD, security, and monitoring capabilities to accelerate application modernization and cloud-native development.

    Technical Outcomes:

    • Production OpenShift platform with enterprise-grade availability
    • Integrated CI/CD pipelines with automated security scanning
    • Multi-cluster management and hybrid cloud connectivity
    • Advanced monitoring, logging, and observability integration

    Business Outcomes:

    • 50% faster application deployment and time-to-market
    • Reduced infrastructure costs through efficient resource utilization
    • Enhanced developer productivity with self-service capabilities
    • Simplified compliance with built-in security and policy enforcement

    Deliverables:

    • Production OpenShift Platform with complete as-built documentation
    • CI/CD pipeline templates and developer onboarding guides
    • Security and compliance validation with audit-ready reports
    • Platform operations training and knowledge transfer program

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  • Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform

    Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform

    Time Frame: 6-10 Week Engagement

    Implement comprehensive infrastructure automation using Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform to reduce manual operations, improve consistency, and accelerate service delivery across your environment.

    Technical Outcomes:

    • Enterprise Ansible Automation Platform with centralized management
    • Automated provisioning, configuration, and compliance workflows
    • Integration with existing tools including ITSM, monitoring, and cloud platforms
    • Self-service automation portal with role-based access controls

    Business Outcomes:

    • 70% reduction in manual configuration tasks and human errors
    • Faster incident response and service restoration times
    • Consistent compliance across all managed infrastructure
    • Improved team productivity through automated routine operations

    Deliverables:

    • Production Ansible Automation Platform with enterprise workflows
    • Comprehensive playbook library and automation templates
    • Integration documentation and API connectivity guides
    • Team training program with hands-on automation labs

  • Red Hat OpenShift AI Platform

    Red Hat OpenShift AI Platform

    Time Frame: 12-16 Week Engagement

    Implement Red Hat OpenShift AI (formerly OpenShift Data Science) to enable enterprise-grade machine learning and AI workloads with integrated data science tools, model lifecycle management, and scalable inference capabilities.

    Technical Outcomes:

    • Production OpenShift AI platform with GPU acceleration and auto-scaling
    • Integrated Jupyter notebooks, MLflow, and model serving infrastructure
    • Automated ML pipelines with version control and reproducible workflows
    • Enterprise security and governance for AI/ML workloads and data

    Business Outcomes:

    • Accelerated AI/ML model development and deployment cycles
    • Reduced infrastructure costs through efficient GPU resource utilization
    • Enhanced data scientist productivity with self-service AI platform
    • Faster time-to-value for AI initiatives with standardized workflows

    Deliverables:

    • Production OpenShift AI Platform with comprehensive model lifecycle management
    • Data science workspace templates and automated pipeline frameworks
    • Model governance and monitoring dashboards with performance analytics
    • AI/ML team enablement program with hands-on training and best practices

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Consulting

    Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Consulting

    Time Frame: 8-12 Week Engagement

    Deploy and optimize Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments with enterprise-grade reliability, security, and performance for mission-critical workloads and legacy application modernization.

    Technical Outcomes:

    • Production RHEL infrastructure with high availability and disaster recovery
    • Automated patch management and configuration compliance
    • Security hardening aligned with STIG/CIS benchmarks and industry standards
    • Performance optimization and resource monitoring integration

    Business Outcomes:

    • Reduced licensing costs compared to proprietary Unix systems
    • Enhanced security posture with automated compliance reporting
    • Improved application performance and system reliability
    • Streamlined operations with centralized management and monitoring

    Deliverables:

    • Production-Ready RHEL Environment with comprehensive documentation
    • Security hardening and compliance validation reports
    • Automated patching and configuration management framework
    • Operations runbooks and team training materials

  • Integrated Red Hat Ecosystem Implementation

    Integrated Red Hat Ecosystem Implementation

    Time Frame: 24-28 Week Engagement

    Deploy a comprehensive Red Hat ecosystem combining RHEL, OpenShift (Container Platform, Virtualization, and AI), and Ansible for complete infrastructure modernization, workload consolidation, operational automation, and AI-ready platform capabilities.

    Technical Outcomes:

    • Integrated RHEL foundation with complete OpenShift portfolio (containers, VMs, AI)
    • End-to-end automation using Ansible across the entire stack including virtualization and AI workflows
    • Unified monitoring, logging, and security across all components and workload types
    • Hybrid cloud readiness with multi-environment consistency and comprehensive governance

    Business Outcomes:

    • Complete digital transformation with modern, VM-compatible, AI-enabled infrastructure
    • Maximum cost reduction through VMware replacement, consolidation, and automation
    • Accelerated innovation with cloud-native development, VM modernization, and AI/ML capabilities
    • Future-ready platform supporting all workload types and emerging technologies

    Deliverables:

    • Complete Red Hat ecosystem with virtualization and AI platform integration documentation
    • Unified operations framework with automated workflows across containers, VMs, and AI pipelines
    • Security and compliance validation across the entire platform including VM and AI governance
    • Executive briefing with comprehensive ROI analysis, VMware migration savings, and success metrics

Red Hat Consulting Outcomes We Deliver

Our clients don’t just adopt Red Hat OpenShift, they realize measurable business outcomes.

  • 20% faster Red Hat deployment compared to internal teams alone
  • Improved compliance with automated policy and security enforcement
  • 99.99% uptime with HA-ready Red Hat architecture and monitoring
  • Seamless integration with legacy systems, cloud platforms, and applications
  • Team enablement and training to accelerate Red Hat adoption
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The Business Impact of Red Hat in the Enterprise

Accelerate Digital Transformation

Red Hat technologies provide the foundation for modern, scalable infrastructure that supports digital initiatives, enabling faster application development and deployment while maintaining enterprise-grade security and reliability.

Reduce Infrastructure Costs

Red Hat's open-source approach and automation capabilities significantly reduce licensing costs and operational overhead, allowing your team to reallocate resources from maintenance to innovation and strategic initiatives.

Enhance Security and Compliance

Red Hat's built-in security features and compliance frameworks automate regulatory requirements and strengthen data protection, reducing audit preparation time while providing consistent security policy enforcement.

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The Shadow-Soft Difference

Red Hat Expertise

Our team includes Red Hat Certified Engineers (RHCE), Red Hat Certified Architects (RHCA), and specialists across the entire Red Hat portfolio who continuously upgrade their skills and certifications.

Comprehensive Portfolio Coverage

We provide expertise across the complete Red Hat ecosystem: RHEL, OpenShift, Ansible, Satellite, Storage, and emerging technologies like OpenShift AI.

End-to-End Delivery Model

From assessment to implementation to team enablement, we provide comprehensive services that ensure successful outcomes at every stage of your Red Hat journey.

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What Our Partners Say

"Shadow-Soft's inclusion in the Partner Practice Accelerator program is exciting. Their expertise in automation and application modernization will be invaluable to enterprises leveraging Red Hat technologies. This collaboration enables us to provide commercial customers with the solutions and support they need to successfully adopt Red Hat OpenShift and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform."

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Richard Simeone
East Commercial Sales Leader at Red Hat

Client Stories

Large Enterprise with Hundreds of Locations Modernizes Infrastructure and Applications with Red Hat OpenShift

Large enterprise modernizes infrastructure and applications with Red Hat OpenShift, improving scalability, efficiency, and development speed for better performance and profitability.

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HR Firm Escapes VMware Price Hike with OpenShift Virt in 255 Hours

Under pressure from Broadcom’s VMware price hikes, the client needed to switch to a secure alternative quickly. Shadow-Soft delivered a secure, production-ready OpenShift Virt environment despite major infrastructure gaps, limited access, and no in-house Kubernetes expertise.

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News and Resources

Modernize with OpenShift Virtualization: A Journey Beyond Cost Savings

Learn why migrating to Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization is more than just a cost-saving measure – it's an opportunity to embark on a modernization journey.

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Achieving Intelligent Observability with Dynatrace and Red Hat OpenShift: Shadow-Soft's 4-Week Pilot

Shadow-Soft, a trusted partner of Red Hat® and Dynatrace®, is excited to announce a new 4-week pilot engagement that combines the power of Red Hat® OpenShift® with Dynatrace's advanced observability and AI-driven monitoring capabilities.

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Shadow-Soft Joins Red Hat Partner Practice Accelerator Program

Shadow-Soft announces its participation in Red Hat Partner Practice Accelerator, a specialized growth pathway for select partners with validated professional services delivery capabilities.

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FAQ

What Red Hat technologies do you specialize in?

We provide expertise across the complete Red Hat portfolio including RHEL, OpenShift, Ansible, Satellite, and emerging technologies like OpenShift AI. Our team holds certifications across all major Red Hat products.

How long does a typical Red Hat implementation take?

AImplementation timelines vary by scope: OpenShift deployments typically take 10-14 weeks, while comprehensive multi-product implementations may take 16-20 weeks, depending on environment complexity and integration requirements.

 

What level of support do you provide after deployment?

We offer enablement services, ongoing consulting, and optional embedded platform engineering support to ensure your team's success in operating and maintaining Red Hat environments.

Do you help with Red Hat licensing optimization?

Yes, our assessments include comprehensive license analysis and optimization recommendations that can reduce costs by up while ensuring compliance with Red Hat licensing requirements.

How do you ensure successful knowledge transfer?

Our enablement program covers core Red Hat operations, advanced administration, and operational validation with hands-on scenarios, achieving operational autonomy for teams.

What security and compliance measures are included?

We implement comprehensive security controls, compliance frameworks, and automated policies aligned with Red Hat security best practices, achieving full audit readiness validation.

Can you help with migration from other platforms?

Yes, we specialize in migrations from proprietary Unix systems, legacy Linux distributions, and virtualization platforms to Red Hat technologies, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum benefit realization.

We Work With These Flavors of Kubernetes

Amazon EKS

Red Hat OpenShift Service on AWS (ROSA)

Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

Azure Red Hat OpenShift (ARO)

Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)

Red Hat OpenShift

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Canonical

Vanilla Kubernetes

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