Alkira Launches LBaaS for Simplified Load Balancing Across Clouds

Alkira Unveils Load Balancer-as-a-Service (LBaaS)

In a significant development for network infrastructure, Alkira, a prominent leader in Network Infrastructure as a Service (NIaaS), has officially launched its Load Balancer as a Service (LBaaS) on February 20, 2025. This innovative service is designed to enhance the company’s existing Network and Security Services Marketplace, allowing businesses to seamlessly optimize their load balancing for both internal and external applications.

The introduction of LBaaS isn’t just about adding another feature to Alkira’s robust platform; it represents a substantial shift in how enterprises can manage their network performance and scalability. By integrating LBaaS, organizations can now utilize advanced load balancing solutions from multiple leading vendors, with F5 BIG-IP being the first vendor to partner with Alkira. This move not only enhances choice for customers but also aligns with the increasing need for flexibility in rapidly evolving business environments.

Alkira's LBaaS directly targets the prevalent challenges associated with traditional load balancer deployments, which often lead to inconsistent configurations and operational complexities. The reality is that as organizations expand their cloud strategies, they face mounting difficulties managing their load balancing needs effectively. Traditional solutions can become cumbersome, especially in distributed cloud environments where maintaining a consistent performance is crucial.

At the heart of Alkira’s LBaaS is a unique infrastructure integration approach that allows load balancers to be deployed directly into Alkira’s Cloud Exchange Points (CXPs). This innovative method not only optimizes load balancer placement but also enhances connectivity, which obviates the need for complex networking configurations that can often alienate even experienced IT teams. With LBaaS, users can now deploy load balancing services using a straightforward point-and-click interface, while still retaining access to a full array of advanced capabilities.

In a statement, Atif Khan, Chief Technology Officer at Alkira, emphasized the transformative nature of this offering, noting, “Gartner predicts that 90% of organizations will adopt a hybrid cloud approach through 2027. As enterprises transition to increasingly complex networking environments, they require a load balancing solution that is not only adaptive but also capable of enhancing their network infrastructure efficiently.” Khan indicated that LBaaS offers a solution that combines enterprise-grade capabilities with unprecedented simplicity, removing the typical barriers associated with complex networking challenges.

Key Benefits of Alkira's LBaaS

1. Simplified Global Deployment: Users can rapidly deploy load balancing services across any cloud environment, achieving results with mere point-and-click actions.
2. Infrastructure-Centric Integration: Leveraging Alkira’s cloud network, LBaaS ensures optimal placement and connectivity, all while keeping networking configuration simple.
3. Automated Lifecycle Management: Enterprises can centrally provision and scale load balancer instances automatically, while still maintaining control over traffic management policies.
4. Enterprise-Grade Capabilities: The service comes with a comprehensive suite of advanced features, including SSL offloading, traffic management across layers 4-7, and robust application security.
5. Enhanced Operational Visibility: Users gain comprehensive insights into load balancer health, performance data, and traffic patterns via Alkira's unified management portal.

Alkira's Load Balancer as a Service caters to both external and internal use cases, suitable for multi-region, multi-cloud, and hybrid environments integrated under one platform. The launch is not only a step forward for Alkira but signals a broader trend towards making advanced cloud networking accessible to users at varying skill levels.

As of today, the F5 Load Balancer-as-a-Service is available for adoption. More information about deployment options and pricing can be found on Alkira’s official website, alkira.com.

About Alkira

Alkira stands at the forefront of Network Infrastructure on Demand, enabling enterprises to unify any environments, sites, and users through cloud-built networks. The service is managed under familiar controls and policies, and it can be scaled instantly as requirements evolve. With no new hardware needed, Alkira's solutions are trusted by top-tier enterprises and system integrators worldwide, establishing a new standard in cloud networking.

Stay tuned as Alkira continues to innovate in the space of Network Infrastructure, striving to deliver the ultimate solutions that meet today's dynamic business needs.