Dell Technologies Inc. reports developments across enterprise information technology, including commercial personal computers, workstations, data-center hardware, storage systems and services for AI workloads. Company news commonly covers portfolio updates such as Dell Pro notebooks, Dell Pro Precision workstations, Dell Pro Max systems, monitors and client peripherals, as well as AI infrastructure offerings built around the Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA, the Dell AI Data Platform and Dell Data Lakehouse architecture.
Recurring updates also address partnerships and integrations with technology vendors, cybersecurity and cyber-resilience capabilities, storage platforms including ECS, ObjectScale and PowerScale, and management presentations on financial strategy. Corporate governance items may include proxy-related matters and incorporation-governance proposals tied to the company's public-company structure.
Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT) and VMware, Inc. (NYSE: VMW) have announced an expanded partnership to accelerate digital transformation for mutual customers. Wipro will launch a new business unit focusing on VMware solutions, enhancing multi-cloud capabilities and innovation. This initiative aims to streamline VMware implementations and improve ROI for businesses. It will leverage Wipro’s extensive expertise across industries, with a commitment to sustainability. The collaboration includes significant investment for global service delivery and aims to deploy 5,000 cross-trained professionals in the next two years.
VMware has expanded its Sovereign Cloud initiative, increasing its global partners to 25. The company introduced new offerings including VMware Tanzu and compliance tools tailored for sovereign environments. These solutions aim to enhance data protection and compliance while enabling enterprises to modernize applications. Research indicates a strong belief among organizations in data monetization, but also highlights significant concerns regarding data sovereignty compliance. VMware's advancements position it well in addressing these challenges in cloud services.
VMware has launched a new SD-WAN Client to enhance secure connectivity for enterprises amidst their shift towards multi-cloud environments. This client, part of VMware’s next-generation SD-WAN solution, aims to optimize application delivery across any network and device. Enhanced AIOps capabilities have been added to improve SD-WAN operations. VMware also announced the expansion of its SD-WAN and SASE footprint with 16 new points of presence globally, facilitating better cloud access. These innovations are intended to improve security and reduce operational costs.
VMware unveiled VMware Carbon Black XDR at VMware Explore 2022 Europe, enhancing security across endpoints and networks. This solution utilizes VMware Contexa's intelligence capabilities, analyzing over 1.5 trillion endpoint events daily. A Forrester study reveals that 27% of organizations plan to adopt XDR in the next year, indicating growth potential in the XDR market. VMware's Cross-Cloud services aim to facilitate easier multi-cloud navigation for customers. The Carbon Black XDR is currently available to select early access customers.
At VMware Explore 2022 Europe, VMware (NYSE: VMW) introduced advancements to its cloud management platforms, enhancing the VMware Tanzu app portfolio and VMware Aria. These innovations aim to streamline multi-cloud operations, addressing complexities in application management and security. Key updates include the beta launch of VMware Image Builder, which automates the creation of compliant software artifacts, and Tanzu Kubernetes Grid 2.1, now supporting Oracle Cloud. Additionally, a free offering for VMware Aria Hub aims to streamline resource management in public clouds.
VMware announces enhancements to its Anywhere Workspace platform to support hybrid work environments. The updates focus on automation, improving IT management, and enhancing employee experiences. Key features include expanded Digital Employee Experience (DEX) capabilities for third-party managed devices, upgrades to Workspace ONE Freestyle Orchestrator for automation, and support for hybrid deployments of Horizon Cloud. Additionally, VMware's offerings have achieved important regulatory authorizations, enhancing security in cloud environments.
Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) will hold a conference call on November 21, 2022, at 3:30 p.m. CST to discuss its fiscal 2023 third-quarter financial results. The call will be available as a live audio webcast on the company's investor relations website, with an archived version accessible afterward. A press release with financial statements will be issued prior to the call, providing detailed financial and operational information.
Dell Technologies announced significant advancements in its collaboration with Microsoft to enhance integrated hybrid cloud solutions through the Dell Integrated System for Microsoft Azure Stack HCI. The new features include single-node configurations for smaller data environments, improved AI/ML workload performance with NVIDIA GPU support, and enhanced security via deeper integration with Azure Arc. Two-thirds of Microsoft software-based HCI systems utilize Dell infrastructure, emphasizing Dell's robust market position in hybrid cloud solutions.
Dell Technologies has unveiled Project Frontier, an edge operations software platform aimed at enhancing the management of edge applications and infrastructure. The platform promises Zero Trust security and aims to assist enterprises in scaling their edge operations securely. Notable expansions include the PowerEdge XR4000, a compact server designed for harsh conditions, and the Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet, catering to diverse edge environments. Dell aims to address the complexities of edge management, backed by a strong global support network.
Dell Technologies has launched a Zero Trust Center of Excellence in collaboration with CyberPoint International, aimed at enhancing cybersecurity for organizations. Set to open in Spring 2023, this center will allow customers to validate Zero Trust strategies using a U.S. Department of Defense-approved architecture. Dell also introduced new cybersecurity services and solutions to bolster cyber resilience, including Vulnerability Management and advanced endpoint protections. These initiatives are designed to simplify Zero Trust adoption and safeguard multicloud and edge environments against cyber threats.