Hi -
We are getting ready to deploy our application this fall and are looking at a couple options in regards to hosting. We are deciding whether to use a slice hosting service or host our selves via co- location.
Slice hosting seems like a good option due to the bundled service (system, hardware, management, etc...). However, we're a bit concerned about sharing our resources with others.
We are currently using an in-house linux/apache/mongrel/mysql stack to dev and run our app and are becoming pretty handy with administrating this system - but we are not experts.
I am wondering, is there anyone out there that would be interested in managing our co-location equipment on a part-time/standby basis?
What we are looking for: 1. Proficiency with running and maintaining linux servers and rails/ mongrel/mysql clusters.
2. Ability to recommend hardware and upgrades
3. Familiarity with our application and ensuring its running properly on the sytem.
4. Ability to handle emergency issues should something go wrong.
5. Work with devs to resolve/support issues and requests.
The equipment would be based in the U.S. not sure where yet.
Again, I'm just weighing out possible options - not sure what everyone else is doing.
Thanks in advance.