The Ultimate Guide to Infrastructure-as-a-Service

2026 · Australian Edition

Also known as IaaS.

Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) represents a foundational cloud computing model that provides virtualized computing resources over the internet. It enables businesses to outsource their IT infrastructure needs, including servers, storage, and networking, allowing for scalable and flexible resource management without the capital expense of owning physical hardware.

Recent developments in the IaaS landscape showcase a dynamic and rapidly evolving market. Stories highlight how IaaS is driving digital transformation across various sectors—government agencies are adopting cloud infrastructure to boost security and reliability; enterprises are expanding their cloud footprints with hybrid and multicloud strategies; and cloud providers continue to enhance offerings with AI-driven security and cost optimization.

By exploring the latest news and insights tagged under Infrastructure-as-a-Service, readers can gain a comprehensive understanding of how IaaS is reshaping IT strategies, enabling innovation, and addressing challenges such as cybersecurity, vendor lock-in, and cost management. Whether you're an IT professional, business leader, or technology enthusiast, these stories provide valuable perspectives on leveraging cloud infrastructure for business agility and growth.

Australian Infrastructure-as-a-Service news
Analyst Insights
Rafay & Argentum AI strike software orchestration deal
Gartner · IaaS · Virtualisation
This month
Argentum AI picks Rafay for GPU software orchestration
Gartner · IaaS · Hyperscale
This month
NiCE named leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CCaaS
Gartner · IaaS · UC
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
SentinelOne named strong performer in 2025 Gartner CSPM report
Gartner Peer Insights · IaaS · SaaS
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Australian public cloud spend to hit AUD $26.6bn in 2025
Gartner · IaaS · SaaS
Wed, 14th May 2025
Expert columns
Inference-as-a-service is the secret sauce behind a new breed of AI companies
By Petar Bielovich General Manager - Data and Analytics and Diego Nievas Chief Technology Officer – Managed Services of Atturra
Thu, 26th Feb 2026
How agility & energy will shape Australia's AI in 2026
By Nathan Hall of Pure Storage
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
Why multi-subsidiary management is where accounting software breaks
By Annexa
Mon, 5th May 2025
Recent news
Akamai expands cloud security solutions for AWS & Azure
About Firewalls
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
DataStax unveils AI advancements at RAG++ Sydney event
About Platform-as-a-Service
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Microsoft leads in Australia's booming IaaS market, surpassing Amazon
About Software-as-a-Service
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
AI-driven cyber crime drives AUD $4.03m average data breach cost
About Cloud Services
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Australian public cloud spending to exceed AUD $23.3 billion
About Software-as-a-Service
Mon, 20th May 2024
Is cloud complexity the biggest security threat of our time?
About Cloud Services
Tue, 14th May 2024
The five hidden costs of operating in public cloud - and how to avoid them
About Cloud Services
Wed, 15th Nov 2023
Australia's public cloud services to surge to $23.2 billion in 2024
About Cloud Services
Tue, 14th Nov 2023
OpenSolar and Solar Outlet to provide all-in-one solar projects
About Customer Relationship Management
Tue, 26th Sep 2023
Charles Sturt University partners D2L Brightspace for online courses
About Platform-as-a-Service
Thu, 14th Sep 2023
Winners of first-ever Wiise Partner Awards announced
About Platform-as-a-Service
Fri, 4th Aug 2023
Appian inaugurates its new APAC headquarters in Sydney
About Platform-as-a-Service
Wed, 26th Jul 2023
Alcidion and Olinqua partner to reduce hospital wait times
About Business Intelligence
Wed, 12th Jul 2023
Eden Exchange's report reveals tech critical for franchising success
About Platform-as-a-Service
Fri, 16th Jun 2023
Pendula appoints Lance Callaghan as Head of Information Security
About Software-as-a-Service
Wed, 17th May 2023
Ricoh partners with Powell to aid digital workplace adoption
About Software-as-a-Service
Tue, 9th May 2023
Safewill secures AU$5.5 million to expand its services
About Cloud Services
Thu, 4th May 2023
AUCloud appoints Peter Maloney as CEO & Managing Director
About Data Protection
Tue, 7th Mar 2023
Melbourne Airport engages KPMG for managed IT services
About Marketing
Tue, 14th Feb 2023
CIBIS launches Xpect, an enterprise cloud platform for SMEs
About Cloud Services
Thu, 1st Dec 2022
Job moves
ResetData bolsters senior team for CBD AI factory rollout
Move at ResetData
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Pendula appoints Lance Callaghan as Head of Information Security
Move at ServiceNow
Wed, 17th May 2023
AUCloud appoints Peter Maloney as CEO & Managing Director
Move at AUCloud
Tue, 7th Mar 2023
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