AFRICA
REGIONAL CHANNELS
AFRICA
Andrew Cruise , MD , Routed
ROUTED APPOINTS AXIZ CLOUD TECHNOLOGIES TO HELP BOOST SOUTH AFRICA ’ S CLOUD MARKET
Cloud infrastructure provider and VMware Principal Partner , Routed , has appointed Axiz Cloud Technologies as a VMware cloud distribution partner . Andrew Cruise , MD , Routed , said as a vendor neutral infrastructure provider , Routed has always planned to build a resilient and robust channel .
Cruise said the Axiz appointment is not only strategic , but necessary to further enhance a local channel focused on the development of cloud in South Africa .
“ We are delighted to be working more closely with Axiz Cloud Technologies . This partnership is key to the success of VMware Cloud uptake and we are excited to work with the local team to build out even more VMware-inspired cloud platforms . Their legacy in distribution is a key advantage in terms of technical ability and reach within the local channel . Our distribution agreement with them will also help ensure that managed service providers ( MSP ) are given the necessary support and technical assistance when implementing cloud strategies ,” he said .
He explained that the cloud opportunity is massive across the African continent due to Digital Transformation and the related cloud / IT spend . Hastened by the COVID-19 pandemic , Cruise pointed out that Routed anticipates further interest and growth in cloud adoption .
Research by African Cloud Market 2021 , states that cloud-based office applications are increasingly vital components of the African modern workplace . The rise of the cloud in the African market ostensibly goes beyond basic office applications . From banks looking to accelerate the rollout of new applications to start-ups disrupting entire industries with innovative , cloud-powered models , cloud services are transforming Africa ’ s productive capacity and emerging as one of the most essential pillars of Africa ’ s digital transformation .
According to Cruise this paints a picture of why having a robust and agile channel is so important . “ This agreement is one way in which to address the growing cloud requirement . In simple terms , we need MSPs who can manage the implementation and rollout of cloud and Axiz Cloud Technologies , as one of the leading distributors , has the depth and breadth to do this successfully ,” he noted .
He pointed out that Axiz Cloud Technologies will offer the full suite of VMware Cloud solutions offered by Routed , which is the most complete VMware-based cloud infrastructure deployment available locally . Routed ’ s cloud and infrastructure products address all Enterprise cloud platform , recovery solutions and modern application requirements of business .
The role Routed plays within the VMware cloud ecosystem is key said Cruise . The company is not only the first VMware Cloud Verified partner in Africa , but also boast Principal Partner Status , which is the highest tiered recognition within the VMware Partner Connect programme . In addition , Routed is the first VMware DRaaS Certified Partner in Africa
“ This enables us to provide Axiz Cloud Technologies with immense support as well as access to our technical experts , and guidance in terms of better understanding the VMware solutions and services ,” he said .
Willie Jansen van Rensburg , Executive , Axiz Cloud Technologies , said this appointment is key to the business ’ future as a cloud distributor and solution provider : “ We are excited to further develop our role in the local cloud ecosystem . Routed is undoubtedly a market-leading VMware specialist and we are confident that together we can increase VMware ’ s cloud market share , while developing local skills too ,” he said . •
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