RiKuWe vs. Google Cloud
Google Cloud is powerful – but it’s not an operations partner.
What Google Cloud offers
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is known for:
- High-performance infrastructure (Compute, GKE, Cloud Run)
- Data & AI tools like BigQuery, Vertex AI
- Global scalability and a wide range of APIs
For developers experienced with GCP, it can be a strong platform – especially for data-heavy or globally distributed projects.
What GCP doesn’t provide
GCP is an infrastructure provider, not an operations partner.
If you use Google Cloud, you are responsible for:
- Configuration, security, and updates
- Monitoring, logging, alerting
- Backup, recovery, and compliance
- Network, firewall, DNS, CI/CD
GCP is powerful – but it assumes you will fully manage operations yourself.
Comparison: Google Cloud vs. RiKuWe
| Area | Google Cloud Platform (GCP) | RiKuWe (Managed Operations Partner) |
|---|---|---|
| Operational responsibility | Lies with the customer team | Handled by RiKuWe – contractually defined |
| Data protection / GDPR | US-based provider, standard clauses | Hosting exclusively in the EEA |
| Infrastructure setup | Highly flexible, but complex | Standardized, documented, transparent |
| Monitoring & backups | Must be self-configured | Included, multi-tenant capable |
| CI/CD & secrets | Tools available, but not integrated | Built-in (GitOps, Runners, Vault/Sealed) |
| Support & guidance | Paid, often global & asynchronous | Direct, technical, accessible |
| Exit strategy | Technically possible, but complex | Fully portable & exportable |
Our perspective: GCP as a tool – not a solution
We don’t see Google Cloud as a competitor – it’s a viable base if it fits the project.
We also support customers with GCP setups – focusing on automation, security, and reliable operation.
But our focus is not on hyperscaler features, but on:
- Reliable operations
- Clear, documented processes
- Personal points of contact
- Infrastructure that works – not just tools that are available
Conclusion
Google Cloud offers tools – RiKuWe delivers operations.
If you’re looking for a reliable, technically responsible team that operates infrastructure transparently and in compliance with GDPR – regardless of the provider – we’re the right partner.
RiKuWe: Managed Infrastructure. Understandable. Transferable. Trustworthy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you also work with GCP setups?
Yes – if your project runs on Google Cloud, we can operate or support it. Our toolchain is cloud-agnostic.
What’s the biggest difference between RiKuWe and GCP?
GCP is a platform with many tools, but no managed operations. RiKuWe takes responsibility – for setup, operation, recovery, and documentation.
Can we move back to GCP later if we want to?
Yes. Our setups are documented, versioned, and portable. A handover or exit is possible at any time – and part of our philosophy.
Is RiKuWe only suitable for small projects?
No. We support setups from MVPs to critical production environments – with scalability, SLA options, and personal support.
