VARINDIA IT MAGAZINE

BT has announced the launch of a new service to provide global businesses with direct access to IBM Cloud via the BT network. BT Cloud Connect Direct for IBM offers businesses the benefits of highly predictable, security-rich and reliable network performance when building and deploying critical business applications and data on the IBM Cloud. With Cloud Connect Direct for IBM, BT customers receive a dedicated, high-performance connection to the IBM Cloud so they can access services, including compute, network and storage infrastructure as well as an extensive catalogue spanning AI, Blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), data and analytics capabilities. Direct cloud connectivity helps businesses achieve better performance, security and availability compared to connecting over the open internet. Cloud Connect Direct for IBM is being delivered into IBM Cloud data centers in the UK via IBM Cloud Direct Link, a network service designed to secure and accelerate data transfer b...

BT and Dell EMC have entered into a research collaboration dedicated to exploring a new way of managing network traffic.  The proof-of-concept trial, which is taking place at the BT Labs in Adastral Park, Suffolk, will explore how disaggregated switching can create flexible networks which are more responsive to customer needs by using standard open network switches commonly found in data centers, coupled with specialist switching software.  Neil J. McRae, Chief Architect for BT, said, “This proof-of-concept trial with Dell EMC will enable us to evaluate the performance of disaggregated switches against traditional integrated network switches, and make informed decisions about the role this kind of solution will play in the dynamic network services of the future. We’re determined to ensure that BT’s network continues to be world-class and able to deliver the services our customers need, when and how they need them. Agility and programmability, maximising the benefit...

As a result of an agreement that has been signed between BT and Palo Alto, the Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Security Platform is going to be integrated into BT’s global portfolio of security services. BT customers around the world will benefit from the combination of the Palo Alto Networks breach prevention-focused platform with the global reach and scale of BT’s security services. As part of this agreement, BT’s Assure Managed Firewall service will now integrate WildFire cloud-based malware prevention, which is a key component of the Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Security Platform. It will be used to further secure the access to cloud-based applications, enabling enterprise customers to reap increased benefits from BT’s Cloud of Clouds... Read more

BT has announced that as part of its Cloud of Clouds vision it will deploy virtual Riverbed SteelHead application acceleration technology in the core of its global network, providing superior application performance for customers accessing BT’s own cloud services as well as other leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offerings. Keith Langridge, Vice-President, Network Services, BT Global Services, said, “Our Cloud of Clouds vision is rapidly coming to fruition. By including Riverbed-as-a-Service in our offering, we address one of the key issues faced by our customers:  the performance and reliability of applications hosted in the cloud. The new service builds on the direct network connectivity we already provide to major cloud providers by bringing better speed, performance and control to applications hosted with these cloud providers. This joint offering with Riverbed is a milestone on the journey to software-defined networks, and creates an additional di...

BT has announced a new generation of cloud services that allow large organizations around the world to connect easily and securely to the applications and the data they need, independently of where they are hosted. They will empower customers to integrate and orchestrate the IT resources hosted on their own private clouds as well as on BT’s global cloud platform and on the platforms of other leading cloud providers. The new services take advantage of BT’s global network infrastructure and build on BT’s longstanding expertise in the delivery of enterprise-grade cloud services. They rely on innovative technology developed by BT and its partners in the fields of diversified infrastructure management, service management, global network optimization, application performance acceleration and security. Luis Alvarez, CEO, BT Global Services, said, “In the future digital age, no business will be successful unless it makes the most of the cloud. CIOs ask for choice and flexibility, truste...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE BT has opened a new Global Shared Service facility in Kuala Lumpur in partnership with Malaysia’s Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC). With the establishment of the new facility in Malaysia, BT has aimed to create 600-800 high-income and high-value jobs such as software developers, quality-assurance managers, technical leads, project managers and other support functions in Malaysia over the next three years.BT also hopes to attract new talent to Malaysia and create a digital economy driven by a knowledgeable workforce. Kevin Taylor,Global Services President for Asia Pacific, Middle-East & Africa, BT said,  “It is an exciting time for BT. Our investment in Malaysia allows us to better serve our customers by leveraging local talent globally, and supports our expansion drive in high growth regions.” The facility consists of two centers, where BT teams will be providing services supporting the company’s business needs g...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE BT and Verizon Enterprise Solutions are extending the range of their telepresence immersive-video offerings to enable virtual face-to-face collaboration in more locations around the world to meet the growing demand of businesses for video communications. Under a new agreement, customers of Verizon and BT are now able to communicate with each other via Cisco TelePresence. This new capability expands the community, helps clients collaborate globally and improves productivity. Sandra O'Boyle, Service Director, Business Network and IT services, Current Analysis said, "This initiative between BT and Verizon opens up new opportunities for enterprises to collaborate across their premium video platforms and will help multinational customers make the most of their Cisco TelePresence System investments." Mike Palmer, VP of Product Strategy for Verizon Enterprise Solutions said, "This agreement makes video communications more widely ...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE Compuware has announced that BT Global Services has joined the CloudSleuth partner community. Now as a CloudSleuth partner, BT Global Services will share with the CloudSleuth community best practices and expertise on the challenges and benefits of cloud computing. BT Global Services will also participate in the CloudSleuth Global Provider View. CloudSleuth will monitor the performance of BT's On Demand Compute service, which is hosted in five of BT's European data centers in the UK, France, Italy, the Netherlands and Spain. Steve Holt, GM, BT Compute, BT Global Services said, "We are really excited to be a CloudSleuth partner. It's important for our customers that we continue to show innovation and market leadership, and demonstrate that we understand the importance that application and service performance play in the cloud market. With all the hype and uncertainty that surrounds the cloud; enterprises are looking for trans...

VARINDIA- INDIA'S FRONTLINE IT MAGAZINE BT has announced an update to its investment plan in India and the broader Asia Pacific region at the opening of its New Delhi Technology showcase. The new facility is part of BT's ongoing investment plan in Asia Pacific, aimed at delivering enhanced service delivery capabilities as customers invest throughout the region. These enhancements help multinational companies succeed in their business opportunities in India and the rest of the region, and help Indian corporations operate in other parts of the world. At the event, BT announced it is creating more than 60 new critical roles in India as part of the previously announced Asia Pacific expansion plan. The new jobs will be in sales enablement, delivery and implementation of services for customers. Kevin Taylor, President, BT Global Services Asia Pacific, said, "India is a critical component to BT's success and vision and is a key location to a large number of global companies....