The general objective of the project (purpose) is to modernise the ICT infrastructure of the Technical University “Gheorghe Asachi” in Iași for the implementation of an electronic platform in Cloud OpenStack architecture aimed at supporting and developing faster scientific competitiveness and positioning the University as a center of excellence at regional level. By achieving the general objective of the project, in line with the Competitiveness Operational Programme 2014-2020, PRIORITY AXA 1 research, technological development and innovation (CDI), the project will contribute substantially towards researching the application of Cloud and Big Data technologies in conjunction to stimulate economic competitiveness and business development. The objective is to support and develop its own R & D capacity in this field, promoting and supporting the transfer of knowledge and information in the fields of engineering, humanities and transdisciplinary sciences within the competence of the Technical University “Gheorghe Asachi” in Iași. The Technical University “Gheorghe Asachi” from Iasi will develop: capacity and infrastructure for innovation and development; — will benefit from the necessary support for the development of new, innovative, cloud-type services; — will contribute to increasing the quality and diversification of the UNIVERSITION service offer in the field of RDI at national level; — create the necessary institutional context for connecting to relevant European and international networks; — provide researchers with access to European and international scientific publications and databases, by developing the applicant’s RDI capacity and infrastructure, based on the acquisition of IT infrastructure equipment linked to their current needs. In addition, the project will contribute to the overall objective of the OPC, namely to support smart growth, to promote the knowledge and innovation economy by investing in: strengthening research, technological development and innovation; increasing the use, quality and access to information and communication technologies. Specific objectives of the project are in line with the specific objectives of Priority Axis 1, Investment Priority: PI1a: improving R & I Infrastructures and Excellence Capabilities, Specific Objective: OS 1.1. Increase scientific capacity in the areas of smart specialisation and health.