Kyndryl and Nokia Team Up to Deliver Cutting-Edge Data Center Networking Solutions
In a remarkable development for enterprise IT infrastructure, Kyndryl, the world's leading IT infrastructure services provider, has broadened its collaboration with Nokia to offer advanced data center networking solutions. This strategic move, announced on December 4, 2024, emphasizes both companies' commitment to facilitating the modernization and expansion of enterprise data centers as they adapt to an increasingly digital landscape.
The partnership fuses Kyndryl's deep expertise in managing hybrid cloud environments with Nokia's advanced networking technologies. Together, they aim to deliver robust, scalable, and secure data center networking options that address the growing demands of digital transformation initiatives across global enterprises. As organizations continue to rely on hybrid IT architectures, the pressure to enhance data handling capabilities is surging. This collaborative effort comes at a time when capital investment in data center networks is forecasted to soar, driven by the rising need for cloud networking.
Kyndryl and Nokia are well aware that the modern enterprise is facing unprecedented challenges. With demand for data storage and management escalating, businesses require dependable, high-performance networking solutions to effectively handle increased workloads resulting from artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and high-performance computing. Paul Savill, Kyndryl's Global Network and Edge Computing Practice Leader, stated: "As enterprises grapple with growing workloads, the need for highly reliable and secure connectivity has reached critical levels." He further emphasized that the enriched portfolio with Nokia significantly enhances the infrastructure necessary for IT modernization.
The integration of Nokia's Event-Driven Automation (EDA) technology with Kyndryl's offerings marks a key component of this partnership. This infrastructure automation platform is designed to utilize real-time data alongside machine learning to achieve full automation within data center networks. It aligns perfectly with Kyndryl Bridge, an AI-driven open-integration digital business platform that gives clients the ability to monitor and manage their entire technology ecosystem.
Federico Guillén, President of Nokia Network Infrastructure, articulated the essence of this partnership by stating, "As businesses leverage AI for transformation, there is a pressing requirement for quick, secure, and user-friendly data center networks. This partnership capitalizes on Kyndryl’s IT expertise and Nokia’s secure network technology, delivering solutions enterprises can depend on when modernizing their data centers."
Moreover, these advancements pave the way for resilience against emerging cybersecurity threats. Enterprises can expect strengthened infrastructures that not only support operational compliance with regulatory frameworks, such as the EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), but also enhance their capability against cyberattacks.
The combination of Kyndryl's network management proficiency and Nokia's proven history in deploying expansive networks entails a robust solution to meet the increasing demands for advanced data center environments. Kyndryl plans to incorporate Nokia's leading IP routing products, further enhancing its comprehensive line of network services, which includes offerings such as software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), as well as private 5G networks.
Kyndryl's enriched network portfolio now integrates Nokia's data center fabric and multilayer security solutions (IP/Optical), plus data center interconnects fortified by quantum-safe networking (QSN). Together, these innovations reflect a cutting-edge response to the requirements faced by enterprises transitioning to modern IT environments.
As Kyndryl and Nokia continue to navigate the complexities of the digital domain, their partnership is set to redefine the parameters of data center networking capabilities for global enterprises, empowering them to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital economy. This joined effort not only enhances operational capabilities but also positions enterprises to tackle the challenges of today while preparing for the technological shifts of tomorrow.
For further details about Kyndryl's Network and Edge Services and Nokia's cutting-edge technologies, interested parties can explore the respective web pages. The partnership between Kyndryl and Nokia not only highlights their innovation drive but also their shared vision to uplift enterprise IT infrastructure to new heights.