GitLab Consulting Services – DevSecOps Platform Implementation

Professional GitLab Implementation and Consulting

Transform your software development lifecycle with GitLab’s complete DevSecOps platform. As a GitLab Select Partner, IDEA Systems brings over 30 years of enterprise software experience to help organizations maximize their GitLab investment.

Why Choose IDEA for Your GitLab Journey?

Certified GitLab Select Partner Status

• Official partnership with GitLab for reselling and consulting
• Direct access to GitLab technical resources and support
• Proven expertise in enterprise GitLab deployments
• Authorized to provide licensing at competitive rates

Deep Technical Expertise

• 30+ years of experience with enterprise software platforms
• Specialists in complex CI/CD pipeline design and optimization
• Expert knowledge of GitLab’s security and compliance features
• Experience across multiple industries and regulatory environments

Our GitLab Services

GitLab Implementation and Migration

Professional Setup and Configuration

• GitLab instance planning and architecture design
• Migration from legacy version control systems (SVN, CVS, TFS)
• Data migration with full history preservation
• Custom GitLab configuration for your organization’s needs

CI/CD Pipeline Development

• Custom pipeline creation for your technology stack
• Automated testing integration and quality gates
• Security scanning and compliance automation
• Performance optimization and scaling strategies

GitLab Licensing and Support

Flexible Licensing Options

• GitLab Premium and Ultimate licensing consultation
• Cost optimization analysis for your team size and needs
• Guidance on SaaS vs. self-hosted vs. dedicated deployment models
• License management and renewal assistance

Ongoing Support Services

• GitLab server hosting and managed services (MSP)
• 24/7 monitoring and maintenance
• Performance tuning and capacity planning
• User training and adoption support

Specialized GitLab Solutions

Custom CI/CD Runners

• Self-hosted runner setup and configuration
• Specialized runners for unique technology stacks
• Docker and Kubernetes integration
• Cross-platform build environments (Windows, macOS, Linux)
• Non-standard build platforms also available – contact us for more info!

Enterprise Integration

• LDAP/Active Directory integration
• Single sign-on (SSO) configuration
• Third-party tool integrations (Jira, ServiceNow, monitoring systems)
• API development for custom workflows

Security and Compliance

• Security scanning configuration and optimization
• Compliance reporting for regulated industries
• Vulnerability management workflows
• Access control and permissions optimization

Industry Experience

Banking and Financial Services

• Regulatory compliance requirements (MiFID II, PCI-DSS)
• Secure development practices implementation
• Audit trail and documentation management
• High-availability deployment strategies

Healthcare and Life Sciences

• GDPR compliance considerations
• Validation and testing framework implementation
• Document control and version management
• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies

Manufacturing and Enterprise

• Legacy system integration challenges
• Custom deployment pipelines for specialized environments
• Change management and approval workflows
• Quality assurance and testing automation

Getting Started with GitLab

Assessment and Planning Phase

Current State Analysis

• Evaluation of existing development tools and workflows
• Identification of pain points and improvement opportunities
• Resource and infrastructure requirements assessment
• Cost-benefit analysis and ROI projections

Implementation Roadmap

• Phased migration strategy to minimize disruption
• Timeline development with key milestones
• Risk mitigation planning
• Training and adoption strategy

Implementation and Go-Live

Professional Setup

• GitLab instance configuration and optimization
• User account setup and permissions management
• Integration with existing systems and tools
• Testing and validation before production use

Knowledge Transfer

• Administrator training for ongoing management
• End-user training and documentation
• Best practices workshops
• Ongoing support and consultation availability

Why GitLab? The Complete DevSecOps Platform

Integrated Development Environment

• Source code management with advanced Git capabilities
• Issue tracking and project management
• Wiki and documentation management
• Merge request workflows with approval processes

Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery

• Built-in CI/CD pipelines with no additional tools required
• Auto DevOps for automated application lifecycle management
• Container registry and package management
• Environment management and deployment strategies

Security and Compliance

• Static Application Security Testing (SAST)
• Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)
• Container scanning for vulnerabilities
• License compliance monitoring

Monitoring and Analytics

• Application performance monitoring
• Value stream analytics for development insights
• Custom dashboards and reporting
• Integration with popular monitoring tools

Next Steps

Ready to modernize your development workflow with GitLab? Our certified consultants are here to help you every step of the way.

What We’ll Discuss:

• Your current development challenges and goals
• GitLab licensing options that fit your budget
• Implementation timeline and resource requirements
• Ongoing support and training needs

Free Initial Consultation Includes:

• Assessment of your current development environment
• Recommendations for GitLab deployment model
• Cost estimate for implementation and licensing
• Timeline for your GitLab transformation

For immediate assistance or questions about GitLab licensing and implementation, contact our team directly. As a GitLab Select Partner, we’re committed to your success with the world’s most comprehensive DevSecOps platform.