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Equinix expands collaboration with VMware to help enterprises accelerate Digital Transformation
quinix , the global interconnection
E and data centre company , has announced an expanded
collaboration with VMware to help enterprises accelerate Digital Transformation . As part of this expansion , VMware will offer its SD-WAN Edge as a virtual network function ( VNF ) on Equinix ’ s Network Edge . VMware is also extending its presence in Equinix International Business Exchange ( IBX ) data centres across the Americas , Europe , Asia-Pacific and the Middle East to enable greater connectivity for customers on a global scale .
As enterprises worldwide pursue Digital Transformation initiatives , they increasingly embrace cloud-style models and services to meet their objectives . With employees and customers dispersed across geographic locations and different cloud providers , there is unrelenting pressure on enterprise networks to become more agile , flexible and easier to deploy and manage . To meet these evolving demands , Equinix is collaborating with VMware to offer an easyto-consume solution to enterprises , service providers and partners that empowers remote workforces , reduces disruption and increases Business Continuity efforts for companies at the digital Edge .
The VMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud solution now available on Equinix ’ s Network Edge is an enterprise-grade virtual SD-WAN Edge service that helps enterprises manage their own direct peering relationships with the cloud service providers of their choice via Equinix Cloud Exchange Fabric ( ECX Fabric ) or Equinix Marketplace . It allows enterprises to enhance application performance for remote users within minutes and without any upfront capital expenses . By delivering fast , optimised and secure site-to-applications at the Edge via private interconnection , enterprises can deploy the solution to gain the consistent and predictable network performance required to meet their digital business needs .
Atos to support Willis Towers Watson ’ s cloud and digital workplace modernisation
tos , a global leader in
A Digital Transformation , has announced a multiyear partnership with Willis Towers Watson ( WTW ), a leading global advisory , broking and solutions company . Atos will support Willis Towers Watson in its Digital Transformation , including enhancements to the business experiences by moving on-premises infrastructure to the cloud , retiring legacy hardware and software and shifting to a consumption-based model . In addition , Atos will help reimagine the end-user experience through the use of chatbots , digital lockers and virtual technology bars to help reduce failures and increase automation .
“ Atos is strongly committed to enable Willis Towers Watson ’ s clear vision for accelerating cloud adoption and enhancing the employee experience . Atos ’ solution is aimed at a future-focused IT environment to support optimisation and growth priorities while generating operational efficiencies and infrastructure cost savings for reinvestment in Willis Towers Watson ’ s transformation journey ,” said Michael Carter , Senior Vice President , Atos North America .
Atos has an established relationship with Willis Towers Watson where Atos Syntel has provided support for infrastructure , workplace , cross-functional , platform and data management , enterprise command centre , voice and data network , global security and governance services . This relationship allows Atos ’ new services to build on Willis Towers Watson ’ s experience , knowing its diverse business and its evolving demands .
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