Intelligent Data Centres Issue 13 | Page 7

NEWS NTT Ltd launches new Global Data Centers division TT Ltd, a leading global technology services provider, has announced the launch of its new Global Data Centers division, which incorporates e-shelter, Gyron, Netmagic, NTT Indonesia Nexcenter, RagingWire and N other data centre companies that formerly sat under the NTT Communications brand. The division operates one of the largest data centre platforms in the world with over 160 data centres spanning more than 20 countries and regions and providing NTT Group clients and partners with access to a powerful digital ecosystem with global reach and local expertise. “We understand the core challenges our clients grapple with today as they move along the road of Digital Transformation,” said Ryuichi Matsuo, Executive Vice President for NTT Ltd’s Global Data Centers division. “Having one data centre partner covering their global requirements makes it easier for clients to reach their business objectives, in a time where huge growth in cloud and data usage is creating a growing demand for data centre capacity. “So, we are bringing together our global data centre businesses into one entity, offering a comprehensive end-to-end stack of data centre solutions and services to support our clients’ demands.” Equinix named a leader in IDC MarketScape report for worldwide colocation and interconnection services quinix, the global interconnection and data centre company, has announced that IDC MarketScape has recognised it as a leader in its Worldwide Colocation and Interconnection Services 2019–2020 vendor assessment. E This assessment covers nine key colocation service providers worldwide and is based on current and future capabilities with a view of presenting a comprehensive analysis of enterprise requirements. The recognition of Equinix as a leader in the first IDC MarketScape report for colocation and interconnection services leadership underscores the value of Platform Equinix and highlights the competitive advantages that Equinix believes it has over its competitors. “We are thrilled to receive top honours by IDC in the industry’s first colocation and interconnection services vendor assessment. To compete in the digital economy, there is a widespread need for businesses to achieve differentiated advantage. This is why we are seeing interconnection and edge services growth. Our customers are leaping ahead in secure hybrid capabilities and data exchanges, with efficient solutions supported by a large ecosystem of partners. Being recognised by IDC as a leader in our industry demonstrates our commitment to our customers and their continued success,” said Steve Madden, Vice President, Global Segment Marketing, Equinix. The report is IDC’s first-ever assessment of the colocation and interconnection services vendor market using the IDC MarketScape model. It is a key milestone in the evolution of the data centre and networking industry, as it reflects the demand for colocation and interconnection. www.intelligentdatacentres.com Issue 13 7