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    Secure, high-performance managed private cloud built for higher education workloads

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    Service Introduction

    Universities run some of the most complex IT environments anywhere. Between student information systems, research databases, and advancement platforms, your infrastructure demands consistent performance and rigorous security.


    At Concourse, we deliver managed private cloud purpose-built for higher education institutions that cannot afford downtime or data compromise in their academic operations.

    Built for Academic Excellence

    Higher education IT teams face unique challenges that generic cloud solutions cannot address, including custom hybrid solutions. We build dedicated environments tailored to academic workloads and compliance requirements.

    Security-First Architecture

    Private, segmented infrastructure with dedicated VLANs protects sensitive student and research data from cross-tenant risk

    Guaranteed Performance

    Dedicated CPU pools and NVMe storage deliver consistent sub-millisecond latency for transaction-heavy academic systems

    Compliance Ready

    SOC 2 Type II, HIPAA-HITECH, PCI DSS 4.0, and GDPR compliance built into every environment we manage

    Infrastructure Designed for Higher Education

    Your university's mission-critical systems require specialized infrastructure and deep management expertise that generic providers simply cannot deliver.

    Student Information Systems

    Host your SIS with the performance consistency students and registrars expect. Our dedicated resources eliminate the latency spikes that disrupt enrollment periods and grade processing.

    Research Data Management

    Protect sensitive research data with single-tenant isolation and geo-specific data residency. Your intellectual property stays within controlled boundaries you define.

    Advancement & Alumni Platforms

    Run your fundraising databases and donor management systems on infrastructure optimized for Windows, SQL Server, and Linux workloads with 24/7 monitoring.

    University Applications We Support

    Our managed private cloud handles the full range of higher education workloads your institution depends on daily for academic and administrative operations.

    Student Records & Enrollment 

    High-availability hosting for registration, transcripts, and enrollment management with consistent performance during peak periods

    Financial Aid Systems

    Secure, compliant processing for FAFSA data, financial aid calculations, and disbursement applications your students rely on

    Learning Management

    Reliable infrastructure for LMS platforms serving thousands of concurrent users without latency spikes during exams

    Research Computing

    Dedicated resources for data-intensive research projects, analytics workloads, and computational tasks requiring consistent availability

    Alumni Engagement

    Scalable hosting for advancement CRM platforms and alumni database operations that support your fundraising mission year-round

    Administrative ERP

    Enterprise resource planning systems with consistent performance across finance, HR, and procurement departments

    From admissions to alumni relations, we support the applications that keep your institution running.


    Why Concourse?server room woman

    Big Cloud providers offer generic infrastructure designed for millions of tenants. We build dedicated environments specifically for your university's requirements and compliance obligations, with complete managed services included.

     

    Complete Managed Services

    Frees up your internal staff to do higher-level work


    Dedicated Technical Account Manager

    One point of contact who knows your environment thoroughly

    24/7 Emergency Support

    Real cloud hosting and SQL specialists, not chatbots, available in minutes

    4-Hour Recovery Objective

    Geographically dispersed data centers ensure business continuity

    Custom Solutions

    Including hybrid setups, and gradual cloud migrations

    Transparent Pricing

    Predictable costs without surprise egress fees or hidden charges

    Our Commitment to Higher Educationtwo students university-1

    Protecting sensitive student and research data is non-negotiable.
    Your success drives our approach to every technical decision.
    We act as an extension of your IT team, not just another vendor.

    Your Cloud, Your Way.

    Start the Conversation

    Every university has unique infrastructure challenges. We begin with a discovery call to understand your specific workloads, compliance requirements, and performance goals before proposing any solution.

    What Our Clients Say

    The University of Arizona

    "Concourse delivers solutions that are secure, timely, and efficient. They continuously provide technical guidance, support, and solutions to our network issues. [They] always go above and beyond to help us find efficient solutions to our technical roadblocks."

    Winifred C. Blumenkron

    Senior Director, IT Operations, Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement

    Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Foundation

    "I just wanted to say thank you to the whole staff at Concourse, you all were incredibly helpful for us and always great on customer service and help tickets. Can't thank you enough for that, would definitely recommend you all in the future."

    Kyle Combs

    System Analyst

    CommonSpirit Health

    "We needed control over our environment without worrying about managing it. Concourse has us covered. When things come up, it isn't 'hey, you guys figure it out,' it's 'hey, let's work together to get to the answer.' It's a partnership and solution-oriented group of folks."

    Will Curtis

    System Vice President, Philanthropy

    The University of Arizona

    "Concourse delivers solutions that are secure, timely, and efficient. They continuously provide technical guidance, support, and solutions to our network issues. [They] always go above and beyond to help us find efficient solutions to our technical roadblocks."

    Winifred C. Blumenkron

    Senior Director, IT Operations, Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement

    Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Foundation

    "I just wanted to say thank you to the whole staff at Concourse, you all were incredibly helpful for us and always great on customer service and help tickets. Can't thank you enough for that, would definitely recommend you all in the future."

    Kyle Combs

    System Analyst

    CommonSpirit Health

    "We needed control over our environment without worrying about managing it. Concourse has us covered. When things come up, it isn't 'hey, you guys figure it out,' it's 'hey, let's work together to get to the answer.' It's a partnership and solution-oriented group of folks."

    Will Curtis

    System Vice President, Philanthropy

    Technology We Rely On

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Concourse work with hybrid systems?

    Yes, we understand that not everything can or needs to be moved to the cloud. We work with you to identify which systems are best candidates for private cloud hosting, for compliance, security, performance, and budgetary reasons.

    What compliance certifications does Concourse hold?

    We maintain SOC 2 Type II, PCI DSS 4.0, HIPAA-HITECH, and GDPR compliance across all environments. Each certification is independently audited annually.

    How does Concourse handle disaster recovery for universities?

    Our infrastructure includes geographically dispersed data centers with a 4-hour recovery time objective. Rubrik immutable backups run every 15 minutes, protecting your data from ransomware and ensuring rapid restoration when needed.

    What kind of support do universities receive?

    Every institution gets a dedicated Technical Account Manager who knows your environment and answers your calls directly. Our 24/7 emergency support team consists of real SQL specialists who resolve critical issues in minutes, not hours.

    Can Concourse host our Blackbaud CRM for advancement?

    Yes. We provide specialized hosting for self-hosted Blackbaud CRM customers with perpetual licenses. Our team has deep expertise in optimizing BBCRM performance, including SQL tuning, environment refreshes, and compliance management.

    What types of workloads can Concourse support?

    We host Windows, SQL Server, and Linux workloads including student information systems, research databases, ERP platforms, advancement CRMs, analytics systems, and custom applications built on .NET or other frameworks.

    How does pricing work?

    We offer fixed annual contracts with transparent pricing. Compute and network services are bundled into your agreement, while storage is billed monthly at set rates. There are no surprise egress charges or hidden fees.

    How long does migration take?

    Migration timelines depend on your environment's complexity. We start with a discovery call to inventory your workloads and create a phased migration plan that minimizes disruption to your academic calendar and operations.

    Ready to Discuss Your University's Infrastructure?

    Let's start with a conversation about your specific challenges. Our team will help you understand how managed private cloud can improve performance, strengthen security, and simplify compliance for your institution.

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