Exclusive Networks to offer Alkira's cloud networking as-a-service platform

Alkira appoints Exclusive Networks as a global specialist partner and distributor

Alkira has appointed Exclusive Networks as a global specialist partner and distributor for its cloud networking as-a-service (CNaaS) platform.

The deal makes Alkira's CNaaS platform available through Exclusive's global partner ecosystem spanning 40 countries across five continents.

Alkira has also appointed Paul Couturier as senior VP international to spearhead its expansion in the EMEA and APAC regions, having previously held senior management roles growing international markets for Efficient Networks, TippingPoint, Cyan, LightCyber and Palo Alto Networks.

Amir Khan, co-founder and CEO of Alkira, said: "Our vision is to simplify networking in the cloud era.

"Exclusive Networks is an ideal partner for Alkira, not only because it provides us with access to their first-class global network, but because we have a shared vision of an as-a-service future."

Exclusive Networks posted gross sales of €2.9bn in 2020 and completed a successful IPO and listing on Euronext Paris in September.

It partners with some of the world's largest cybersecurity, networking and cloud infrastructure vendors including Fortinet, Nutanix, Palo Alto Networks, Rubrik and Sentinel One.

"In the cloud era, the challenge for customers is how to integrate and manage these resources in an increasingly complex environment, while controlling costs and moving the business forward," Andy Travers, executive vice-president, worldwide sales and marketing for Exclusive Networks, said.

"With nothing more than a few mouse clicks, Alkira's CNaaS enables secure hybrid cloud and multi-cloud networks to be set up in hours rather than months, and puts customers, not the big cloud providers, in the driver's seat."