API-OI

What API-OI does

API-OI (formal name SARL API-OI, doing business as Assistance Prestation Informatique Océan Indien) is an IT services and managed-infrastructure provider headquartered at 77 Rue Juliette Dodu in Saint-Denis, La Réunion, France, with a secondary datacenter in Le Port. Founded in 2019 and co-financed by the European Union (FEDER) and the Région Réunion under the 'Europe Engagée Réunion' program, the company delivers a bundled portfolio of IT audit and consulting, Infogérance tiers (Essentielle through Sur-Mesure), network and cybersecurity services, Microsoft Intune device management, and externalized backup on top of locally hosted infrastructure.

The company's technology stack combines locally operated datacenters (99.9% SLA, 100Gb/s networking, SSD NVMe, French-territory data sovereignty) with resold enterprise software and hardware from Microsoft, Adobe, ESET, OpenBee, Beemo, Altaro, MSI, Pro-Display, Cisco, HPE, Ubiquiti, Synology, QNAP, Buffalo, Dell, and others, plus custom application development using React/Vue.js/Angular frontends and Node.js/Python/PHP/.NET backends with Docker/Kubernetes and Terraform/Ansible infrastructure-as-code. Security is anchored by ExpertCyber and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer certifications and an official ANSSI Mon Aide Cyber partnership.

API-OI operates a direct-sales GTM targeting SMEs, mid-market, and select public-sector and enterprise customers on La Réunion across hospitality, banking, public administration, e-commerce, healthcare, industry, and retail. Revenue is generated through subscription-based managed services and hosting tiers (Starter €9.90, Business €29.90, Sécurité+ €99.90, Serveur Premium from €79/month, plus a usage-based Cloud Hybride offering), software and hardware resale, one-off consulting engagements, and multi-year customized Infogérance contracts. Free ANSSI-aligned cyber audits function as the primary top-of-funnel lead-generation mechanism, with marketing executed primarily through the api-oi.re website, blog content, and social channels (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram).

Name

API-OI

Legal name

SARL API-OI

Website

https://api-oi.re

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

API-OI is a Saint-Denis, La Réunion-based IT services provider founded in 2019, delivering managed infrastructure, cybersecurity, local datacenter hosting, backup, and Microsoft 365 deployment to SMEs, mid-market, and public-sector clients on La Réunion Island.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed IT Services

NAICS

Computer Facilities Management Services (541513), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Offshore Development Center (ODC) / Dedicated Team Services (BPAEAMAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Endpoint & Mobile Asset Management (UEM/MDM Asset Controls) (BPAEAOAI), IT Asset Lifecycle Services (Procure-to-Retire) (BPAEAOAF)

Keywords

• Managed IT services
• Cybersecurity solutions
• Local datacenter hosting
• IT infrastructure management
• Data backup services

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint-denis

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Managed IT Services (Infogérance): Recurring managed services contracts covering infrastructure monitoring, maintenance, security, and support. Offered in tiers: Essentiel (basic monitoring during business hours), Avancée (24/7 support with preventive maintenance), Premium (dedicated consultant + SLA guarantees), and Sur-Mesure (custom contracts). Revenue is primarily recurring (monthly/annual subscriptions).
2. Software Resale (Adobe, ESET, Microsoft 365, OpenBee): API-OI resells software licenses from major vendors (Adobe Creative Cloud, ESET cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, OpenBee document management) as a distributor/reseller. Revenue is generated through license subscriptions, typically per-seat or per-endpoint, with margins on vendor agreements.
3. Hardware Resale (Computers, Servers, Networking, Storage): Sale of IT hardware including MSI laptops (Creator, Prestige, Summit families), servers, NAS/SAN storage solutions, networking equipment, peripherals, and digital signage (Pro-Display). One-time hardware purchase revenue.
4. Consulting and Audit Services: Professional services revenue from IT audits, cybersecurity assessments, SI transformation consulting, and strategy engagements. Includes the free ANSSI-aligned cyber audit (lead generation) and billable follow-up consulting engagements.
5. Web Hosting and Infrastructure: Hosting services across multiple tiers: Starter (€9.90/mo), Business (€29.90/mo), Sécurité+ (€99.90/mo), Server Premium (from €79/mo). Includes domain registration, SSD storage, email accounts, SSL certificates, and managed server options at the Le Port datacenter.
6. Backup Solutions (Beemo, Altaro): Sale and deployment of backup solutions including Beemo (French, France Cybersecurity certified) and Altaro (VMware/Hyper-V, Office 365, endpoint backup) products. Revenue from product licenses and associated professional services for deployment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

API-OI provides managed IT services (infogérance), cybersecurity, local datacenter hosting, externalized backup, IT auditing and consulting, Microsoft Intune device management, and custom software development to businesses on La Réunion. The company also resells hardware (MSI laptops, servers, networking, storage) and software licenses (Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Cloud, ESET, OpenBee, Beemo, Altaro). Its core differentiator is operating local datacenters on La Réunion that provide ultra-low latency, 99.9% SLA, and full French/EU data sovereignty.

Product overview

API-OI is an IT services and solutions company based in Réunion Island, founded in 2019, offering a comprehensive portfolio of managed IT services and technology product resale. The core service offerings include Audit & Consulting, Managed IT & Maintenance (Infogérance), Network & Security, Local Datacenter Hosting, External Backup, Cybersecurity, and Microsoft Intune Device Management. Complementing these services, the company operates product catalogs for hardware (MSI computers, network equipment, storage systems), software (Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Cloud, ESET security, OpenBee document management), and backup solutions (Beemo Flash Rescue, Altaro). Additionally, custom development and integration services are offered for React/Vue.js/Angular web applications, Docker/Kubernetes infrastructure, and cloud deployments on AWS/Azure/Google Cloud. The company positions itself on Green IT practices and serves clients across Réunion and the Indian Ocean region.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Audit et Conseil (IT Audit and Consulting)

Quantifiable outcome

• 40-45% reduction in IT energy costs reported across customer case studies
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and minor.

• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationMicrosoft Silver Partner status with capabilities across Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, and associated security solutions. API-OI resells and deploys the full Microsoft 365 product suite (Business Basic, Standard, Premium; E3, E5, F3) and provides Microsoft Intune device management services. Co-branded marketing materials and dedicated product pages on the API-OI website.
• AdobecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAPI-OI is an authorized Adobe Creative Cloud reseller on La Réunion, offering Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Acrobat Pro, Adobe Express, and Adobe Stock. Dedicated product page and co-branded marketing.
• ESETcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAPI-OI resells ESET cybersecurity solutions including ESET Protect Entry, Advanced, Enterprise, and MDR. Dedicated product pages for each ESET tier. AI/ML-powered endpoint protection and XDR capabilities promoted.
• AltarocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAPI-OI is an authorized Altaro reseller offering VM backup for Hyper-V and VMware, Office 365 backup, and Endpoint backup solutions. Dedicated product category page with 4 Altaro products listed.
• BeemocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBeemo is a French backup solution (Data Safe Restore, Bare Metal Flash Rescue technology) certified France Cybersecurity 2024. API-OI resells the full Beemo product line (BeeBox, BeeBox Rackable, BeeOne, Beerack 2U, Beerack 4U, BeeSafe, BeeSafe One) and deploys the technology.
• OpenBeesecondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOpenBee is a French document management and digital vault solution (leader in France with 500,000+ users). API-OI resells OpenBee's secure digital vault, analytics, and workflow automation products.
• ANSSIcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial partner of the French national cybersecurity agency (ANSSI) in the Mon Aide Cyber initiative. API-OI offers free cyber audits aligned with ANSSI recommendations through monaidecyber.ssi.gouv.fr, positioning the company as a trusted cybersecurity advisor in the national initiative.
• Beemo Technologie (DEEE Recycling Specialist)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with a specialist in the collection, treatment, and recycling of WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). Supports API-OI's Green IT commitment to eco-responsible hardware disposal.
• MSI (Micro-Star International)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAPI-OI is an MSI laptop distributor on La Réunion, offering the full Creator, Prestige, and Summit product families with dedicated product pages. Laptops targeted at professionals, creators, and enterprises.
• Pro-DisplayminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAPI-OI distributes Pro-Display digital signage software with 300+ templates, drag-and-drop scheduling, and web-based management. Hardware players (PLAY-RYZ AMD Ryzen, PLAY-ARM ARM) also sold.
• Cisco, HP Enterprise, Ubiquiti (Network Equipment)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAPI-OI deploys networking equipment from Cisco, HP Enterprise, and Ubiquiti including managed switches, enterprise routers, SD-WAN solutions, and WiFi 6/6E access points.
• Synology, QNAP, Buffalo, Dell, HPE (Storage)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAPI-OI resells NAS and SAN storage solutions from Synology (DiskStation, RackStation), QNAP (TurboNAS), Buffalo (TeraStation), Dell PowerVault, and HPE MSA/Nimble Storage.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Devoteam:
• Scaleway: Scaleway is a French cloud provider offering bare-metal servers, hosting, and managed Kubernetes. Comparable to API-OI in the sovereign-cloud / hosting category and overlapping on shared/dedicated server offerings, but Scaleway is mainland-focused and self-service, whereas API-OI bundles local managed services and on-site support.
• OVHcloud: OVHcloud is the largest European cloud and hosting provider, headquartered in France with a global datacenter footprint. Comparable to API-OI in the web hosting and dedicated server segments (note: OVH hosts api-oi.re), but operates at hyperscaler scale, lacks API-OI's local-island on-site services, and competes primarily via self-service rather than managed IT services.
• Econocom: Econocom is a major French IT services and equipment financing group operating across managed services, workplace, and financing. Directly comparable to API-OI in the managed IT services and hardware/software distribution categories, but at enterprise scale, with no local-island specialization.

Direct peers

• Infomaniak: Infomaniak is a Swiss independent cloud and hosting provider positioned on European data sovereignty and eco-responsible infrastructure. Like API-OI it competes on local/sovereign hosting, sustainable IT, and managed services for SMEs, but Infomaniak is a much larger software publisher and pan-European SaaS player.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php?id=100066945151607
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/api-oi
• Instagraminstagram.com/apioi974

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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