Intelligent Data Centres Issue 19 | Page 12

NEWS NTT launches new private cloud in Hong Kong and Singapore TT, a world-leading global N technology services provider, has unveiled its new hybrid cloud value proposition and is announcing the launch of its Private Cloud for Enterprise service in Hong Kong and Singapore. Private Cloud for Enterprise is a core component of NTT’s Intelligent Data Center and Hybrid Cloud capability and is integral to helping accelerate its clients’ Digital Transformation. Ramnik Kamo, EVP, Global Operations and CIO, Mavenir, said: “NTT Ltd.’s cloud solutions continue to evolve to meet the demands of a dynamically changing landscape. We are proactive in our development of high-performance software solutions and with Private Cloud for Enterprise, we are able to leverage the most up-to-date technology to deliver enhanced network economics to our customers. With leading SLAs, security and compliance features, this cloud solution helps us meet our customers’ business imperatives and rapidly expand into new markets, on a global scale.” The use of hybrid IT has become essential in driving global business growth, agility and Digital Transformation. NTT has brought together our collective expertise and capabilities in networking, security, workplace, data centres, cloud and managed services from 31 businesses to create one global technology service provider and portfolio, enabling clients to benefit from a full-stack integrated hybrid cloud service offering. Apstra unveils advanced Internetbased network integration with Juniper and SONiC pstra, the pioneer of Intent- A Based Networking (IBN) and multinational software company, has announced the latest evolution of its flagship product, Apstra AOS, preparing for the rapid growth of the Intent-Based Networking market. AOS 3.3 introduces advanced IBN capabilities to Juniper Networks switching in addition to a wide array of operational and opennetworking enhancements that enable enterprises to react more quickly to compressed timelines and unforeseen business shifts, while delivering the best enduser experience possible. These significant product enhancements will dramatically increase the speed and reliability of how networks are deployed and operated in the data centre. According to a recent Global Market Insights report, Intentbased Networking market growth exceeded US$900 million in 2019 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 30% between 2020 and 2026. The accelerated adoption of IBN solutions comes at a time when data centres must meet the compressed timelines of the business while delivering operational simplicity that meets or exceeds the cloud, but with reliability. Deploying an IBN solution is critical for enterprises doubling down on Digital Transformation efforts, which require data centre network agility, increased availability and improved ROI. Businesses are three-times more likely to fail in their Digital Transformation efforts if they don’t transform their networks first. Apstra’s AOS is a critical piece of the puzzle in driving towards closed-loop automation and validation. The unique technology addresses the sheer network complexity facing architects and operators by applying day 0 validation and analytics while leveraging a single network source of truth. Apstra empowers organisations to realise the significant efficiencies and benefits of Day 0 operations resulting from IBN. ◊ 12 Issue 19 www.intelligentdatacentres.com