Alkira, a trailblazer in agentless multi-cloud networking, has announced a strategic partnership with SITA, a leading IT provider in the air transport sector. This collaboration signifies a significant advancement in the aviation industry as SITA has chosen Alkira as its preferred multi-cloud networking solution for its clientele.
Through this alliance, users of SITA Connect Go, a trusted secure SASE solution, will seamlessly leverage cloud applications via Alkira’s streamlined multi-cloud connectivity solution. This integration promises heightened efficiency and agility across global air transport operations, marking a pioneering development in the aviation domain.
This networking solution, a first of its kind in aviation, underscores the industry’s transition towards multi-cloud environments. As per a Gartner report, 81% of companies are embracing multi-cloud strategies, with an anticipated 30% surge in the adoption of multi-cloud networking software by 2023.
“SITA has established a dynamic foundation that adapts to evolving customer demands, and the integration of Alkira’s multi-cloud solution into our platform is a pivotal enhancement,” said Martin Smillie, Senior Vice President of SITA Communications and Data Exchange. “As the foremost IT provider to the air transport sector, our customers rely on us to provide the most dependable and cutting-edge solutions to foster their business growth. Today marks a significant milestone as SITA and Alkira collaborate to redefine cloud network connectivity within the aviation industry, facilitating a faster and smoother transition for our customers to embrace cloud networks.”
Amidst the growing demand for multi-cloud networking, IT teams are grappling with the challenges of complexity and visibility. Alkira addresses these challenges by providing a unified network topology and a centralized portal, seamlessly integrating with SITA’s current SASE solution. This integration eliminates the need for hardware infrastructure, enabling swift provisioning and deployment of cloud networking resources.
Additionally, Alkira extends to SITA segmentation and micro-segmentation capabilities, affording users finer control over network access. This approach minimizes the attack surface and thwarts the lateral movement of threats within specific segments. Furthermore, SITA stands to gain from Alkira’s Extranet as-a-Service (EaaS) for partner connectivity, enabling airlines to establish secure and seamless connections with their business partners.
“SITA has been a renowned, cutting-edge IT provider in the aviation sector for 75 years, and Alkira is eager to join that journey in the multi-cloud era,” said Atif Khan, Chief Technology Officer at Alkira. “Air travel is on the rise, and airlines are looking for ways to handle the increased demand more efficiently and safely. Working together, Alkira and SITA enable airlines to quickly, easily, and safely modernize their networks to meet rapidly shifting customer demands and deliver a truly frictionless travel experience.”
Efficient airport operations and infrastructure virtualization stand as primary catalysts propelling the aviation industry’s transition to the cloud. Cloud infrastructure and multi-cloud networking are becoming essential for airlines adapting to the changing landscape of air travel. They provide increased agility, scalability, cost-effectiveness, and serve as the cornerstone for delivering a more streamlined and personalized customer experience.
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