Architecture Design and Resource Sizing
CPU/RAM/IOPS and storage resources are planned based on the number of users, repository sizes, concurrent pipeline, and artifact storage requirements.
INFRASTRUCTURE SETUP
GitLab Installation, Runner, and Container Registry Services
GitLab installation is a service that brings DevSecOps, CI/CD Runner architecture, Private Container Registry, access control, and disaster recovery components into line with the organization's security standards.
What is GitLab Installation, Runner, and Container Registry Services?
For organizations that wish to manage source code security and software development lifecycle in their own infrastructure (On-Premise / Self-Hosted), GitLab offers an end-to-end DevSecOps platform.
During the installation process, the number of users, repository data volume, concurrent CI/CD pipeline load, artifact storage requirements, and high availability (HA) expectations are analyzed to determine the appropriate architecture size (Omnibus or Cloud-Native / Helm-Kubernetes). TLS/SSL encryption, LDAP/AD / SSO authentication integrations, isolated GitLab Runner executor configurations, Private Container Registry policies, and backup restore tests are completed to production standards.
Service scope
Platform Installation and Identity Integration
Omnibus or Cloud-Native architecture installation, Domain/TLS (Let's Encrypt / Corporate CA) configuration, SMTP email integration, and LDAP/Active Directory / SSO integrations are completed.
GitLab Runner and Container Registry Architecture
Isolated Runner Executor (Docker, Shell, Kubernetes), tagging, dependency caching, and Private Container Registry image cleanup policies are designed.
Security, Backup, and Business Continuity (DR)
Application backups, secrets/config archiving, Object Storage integration, upgrade procedures, and real-time restore tests are documented and validated.
WHO IS IT FOR?
Who is it for?
- Organizations that want to fully control their intellectual property and source code in their local or cloud infrastructure.
- Engineering teams that wish to automate their CI/CD and software delivery processes on the GitLab infrastructure.
- Software projects that require a private and secure container image repository (Private Container Registry).
- Companies that want to migrate their existing, disorganized, or outdated GitLab installations to production standards and a high security baseline.
DELIVERABLES
Deliverables
- A production-ready, secure GitLab CE/EE infrastructure
- Isolated GitLab Runner and Private Container Registry environments
- LDAP/SSO integrated groups, projects, and authorization (RBAC) hierarchy
- Complete backup/restore guide, version upgrade path, and operational documentation
How we work
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Assess the current environment, target and dependencies
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Document scope, risks, acceptance and rollback
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Implement, validate and document
Frequently asked questions
How much server resources (CPU/RAM/Disk) are required for GitLab On-Premise installation?
Server resources depend not only on the number of users but also on the concurrent CI/CD pipeline load, repository sizes, and artifact/registry usage volume. A starting recommendation for minimum production environments is 4 vCPU / 8 GB RAM; scaling is defined based on load tests and growth projections.
Can GitLab Runner services run on the same server as the main GitLab server?
While it is possible to run GitLab Runner services on the same server as the main GitLab server in small and non-critical test environments, it is recommended to keep them on separate servers in production environments. This approach prevents pipeline operations from locking the main GitLab interface and provides isolation against potential code execution vulnerabilities.
Does GitLab's default backup mechanism cover all data?
No. The standard gitlab-backup create command covers the database, repositories, and uploaded files, but it does not automatically include critical configuration files (gitlab.rb, gitlab-secrets.json) and registry/artifact data stored on external Object Storage. For sustainable disaster recovery, separate backup procedures for these components must be designed.
Let’s assess your requirements
We review your current environment, target and technical requirements in a 20–30 minute call. Scope, assumptions, deliverables and pricing are documented before work begins.
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