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Scality partners with VAD RIXS to introduce RING , ARTESCA in Malaysia
Scality , a global vendor in reliable , secure , and sustainable data storage software , has partnered with RIXS to introduce advanced solutions to enterprises in Malaysia . Through this collaboration , RIXS will offer Scality ’ s RING and ARTESCA products in response to the escalating demand for robust IT solutions in Southeast Asia .
With RING and ARTESCA , Scality enables RIXS to help local enterprises better address regulatory requirements , protect against ransomware threats , add cyber resiliency and manage substantial growth in unstructured data .
As a prominent value-added distributor , RIXS is aligned to elevate businesses in the region . Focused on delivering stateof-the-art infrastructure , RIXS prioritizes scalability , future-proofing and reliability in its solutions .
Marie-Laure Retureau , Regional Director at Scality : “ We are delighted to partner with RIXS to bring modern storage solutions to end users across some of the fastest growing markets in Malaysia . IT buyers are turning to the channel for help in dealing with rampant ransomware attacks that threaten their existing IT systems .”
Scality also announced new investments to make it easier for Veeam customers to advance ransomware protection via a new hardware appliance deployment model . A new channel-friendly hardware appliance will be available in the US by November 2023 , and in other regions in January 2024 .
The new hardware appliance provides a rapid plug-and-play deployment model for Veeam that is ideal for a high-velocity channel . The hardware appliance is built , optimised and tested by a systems integrator
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and sold through certified distribution , giving partners an easy way to sell and deploy ARTESCA to a wider range of accounts .
This extends deployment options for Scality ARTESCA beyond existing software and virtual appliance offerings . Available in three sizes , single- to 3-node configurations ranging from 96 to 648 TB in storage capacity , the appliance offers customers an ultra-simple and efficient deployment experience with easy installation and improved performance .
UK based MSP , Node4 releases Node4 Calling with Webex , gets HSCN recertified
Node4 , the cloud-led digital transformation Managed Services
Provider , MSP , announced that it has launched Node4 Calling with Webex by Cisco . Node4 Calling with Webex is an enterprise-grade , highly resilient , secure , cloud-based telephony and collaboration solution designed specifically for the SME market .
Built to operate in a native Cisco cloud environment , Node4 Calling with Webex can also be embedded into a Teams client as a Microsoft-validated application . Leveraged in this way , it enables customers to maximise and extend their Microsoft investments . This integration capability speaks to Node4 ’ s Microsoft Partner and Premier Certified Cisco Partner status .
Node4 Calling with Webex also includes Cisco ’ s Group Call Management functionality as standard and without the need to invest in potentially expensive add-ons .
Richard Buxton , Collaboration Practice Director at Node4 said , “ The launch of Node4 Calling with Webex represents the latest chapter in our evolving partnership with Cisco .”
Node4 also announced that NHS Digital has renewed its Health and Social Care Network , HSCN certification for a sixth consecutive year . As such , Node4 ’ s network of UK-based datacentres can continue to supply the country ’ s health and social care sector with HSCN and overlay services . This allows private and public healthcare providers to exchange data securely and access NHS applications , enabling them to deliver vital services at a national and regional level .
“ A lot of hard work goes on behind the scenes to maintain our HSCN certification ,” comments Vicky Withey , Head of Compliance at Node4 .
Node4 owns its own a network of datacentres , points of presence and operates best-in-class integrated tooling . Alongside strategic relationships with market-leading vendors such as Microsoft , Cisco and Fortinet , Node4 brings together the best options for infrastructure , platforms and applications , tailored to the needs of their clients . •
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