Intelligent CIO LATAM Issue 02 | Page 12

NEWS

Platform Equinix expands services into six new markets

Equinix , the world ’ s digital infrastructure company , has announced it is expanding private network access to Microsoft Azure via Azure ExpressRoute on Platform Equinix to service customers in six new global markets .

These are Berlin , Bogotá , Canberra , Dubai , Rio de Janeiro and Seoul .
The expanded service provides enterprises
with direct , on-demand network access to
a variety of Azure services , including Azure
VMware Solution , which helps enterprises
speed up their hybrid cloud transformations by moving or extending on-premises VMware environments to Azure .
With this expansion , private cloud on-ramps to Azure ExpressRoute are now available in 32 Equinix metros , further extending Equinix ’ s position as one of the leading providers of Microsoft Azure ExpressRoute on-ramps in the world .
Royce Thomas , Senior Vice President , Strategic Alliances and Global Account Management , Equinix , said : “ In today ’ s cloudfirst world , accessing private connectivity to major cloud providers like Microsoft Azure is a critical priority for enterprises as they transition to the cloud . By expanding our collaboration with Microsoft to offer Azure ExpressRoute cloud services , including Azure VMware Solution , to customers in more markets
around the world , we ’ re helping companies get cloud ready by accelerating their hybrid cloud transformations on Platform Equinix .”
Azure ExpressRoute is currently available in Equinix International Business Exchange ( IBX ) data centers in 32 metros , including Bogotá , Canberra , Hong Kong , Osaka , Rio de Janeiro , São Paulo , Seoul , Singapore , Sydney and Tokyo .
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Zebra Technologies helps Renault Argentina increase productivity

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K leading RFID technology to support its Industry 4.0 transformation driving its ‘ smart factory ’ operation in Santa Isabel . Renault chose an integrated RFID solution comprised of Zebra ’ s MC3300-R mobile computers , FX9600 readers and ZT400 printers which has led to new automated processes and increased inventory visibility . Renault worked with Zebra PartnerConnect Premier channel partner , Efalcom , which provided support from the preliminary research to identifying the right solution to its actual deployment .

Zebra Technologies Corporation , an innovator at the front line of business with solutions and partners that deliver a performance edge , has announced that Renault , a leading global automobile manufacturer , selected Zebra ’ s RFID solution to increase operational efficiency and improve the traceability of finished cars from the production plant to dealerships .

The solution has enabled Renault ’ s Argentina manufacturing facility to increase productivity by 50 % and reduce shipping process errors by 10 %.
During its 65-year history in Argentina , Renault has earned a reputation for producing innovative , high-quality cars so it was a natural fit to select Zebra ’ s industry
“ The implementation of Zebra ’ s RFID solution has enabled us to efficiently redistribute our workers ’ efforts to more high-value business activities ,” said Agustin Padovano , Supply Chain Manager of Renault Argentina .
“ Zebra ’ s innovative solutions have helped us improve the visibility of our finished products and allowed us to make timely , impactful decisions .”
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