VARINDIA IT MAGAZINE

VMware has introduced redefined advancements in VMware Horizon to deliver unparalleled speed in delivering personalized virtual applications and desktops, while offering cloud economics and a new cloud-optimized display protocol. A new hybrid-mode capability will be available in VMware Horizon Air to simplify application and desktop delivery by combining the benefits of hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI) and Virtual SAN Ready Nodes with a single, cloud-based plane to manage on-premises and cloud deployments. With these advancements, VMware Horizon will offer the industry’s most comprehensive application and desktop virtualization portfolio with options for on-premises, off-premises or hybrid deployments... Read more

Wipro Limited has acquired  Wipro HealthPlan Services , one of the leading technology and Business Process-as-a-Service (BPaas) provider in the U.S. health insurance market. As part of the deal, Wipro will acquire 100% of HealthPlan Services’ shares for US$460 million. “The partnership with HealthPlan Services positions Wipro to participate in the shift of the US health insurance industry towards a consumer-centric business model.  HealthPlan Services strengthens Wipro’s position in the health insurance exchange market while offering synergies with Wipro’s presence in the Managed Medicare and Commercial Group Insurance markets .  The addition of HealthPlan Services’ capabilities complements Wipro’s strengths in claims processing and backoffice services. This is a strategic move for us, as it advances Wipro’s vision of leveraging unique insights into customer buying behaviour and applying this across the healthcare value chain....