Advanced Info Service Selects Oracle Alloy to Build Thailand's First Locally Owned and Operated Hyperscale Cloud
Advanced Info Service (AIS), Thailand's largest mobile network operator, plans to deploy Oracle Alloy to launch AIS Cloud, the country's first locally owned and operated hyperscale cloud. This strategic collaboration will provide access to over 100 Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) services, including AI capabilities, to enterprises and public sector organizations in Thailand.
AIS Cloud will be deployed in two AIS data centers in Thailand, addressing data residency and sovereignty requirements such as Thailand's Personal Data Protection Act and Cybersecurity Act. This move will accelerate AIS' transformation from a 'Telco to a Techco' and support digital transformation and AI innovation for Thai organizations, contributing to the country's economic growth and competitiveness.
Advanced Info Service (AIS), il più grande operatore di rete mobile della Thailandia, prevede di implementare Oracle Alloy per lanciare AIS Cloud, il primo cloud iperscalabile di proprietà e gestione locale del paese. Questa collaborazione strategica fornirà accesso a oltre 100 servizi dell'Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), incluse capacità di intelligenza artificiale, per le imprese e le organizzazioni del settore pubblico in Thailandia.
AIS Cloud sarà implementato in due centri dati AIS in Thailandia, affrontando i requisiti di residenza e sovranità dei dati come la Legge sulla Protezione dei Dati Personali e la Legge sulla Cybersecurity della Thailandia. Questa mossa accelera la trasformazione di AIS da 'Telco a Techco' e supporta la trasformazione digitale e l'innovazione nell'IA per le organizzazioni thailandesi, contribuendo alla crescita economica e alla competitività del paese.
Advanced Info Service (AIS), el mayor operador de red móvil de Tailandia, planea implementar Oracle Alloy para lanzar AIS Cloud, la primera nube hiperescalable de propiedad y operación local del país. Esta colaboración estratégica brindará acceso a más de 100 servicios de Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), incluidas capacidades de inteligencia artificial, a empresas y organizaciones del sector público en Tailandia.
AIS Cloud se desplegará en dos centros de datos de AIS en Tailandia, abordando los requisitos de residencia y soberanía de datos como la Ley de Protección de Datos Personales y la Ley de Ciberseguridad de Tailandia. Este movimiento acelerará la transformación de AIS de 'Telco a Techco' y apoyará la transformación digital y la innovación en IA para las organizaciones tailandesas, contribuyendo al crecimiento económico y a la competitividad del país.
태국 최대 모바일 네트워크 운영자 Advanced Info Service (AIS)는 Oracle Alloy를 배포하여 AIS Cloud를 출시할 계획입니다. 이는 태국 최초의 지역 소유 및 운영 하이퍼스케일 클라우드입니다. 이 전략적 협력은 태국의 기업 및 공공 부문 조직에 AI 기능을 포함한 100개 이상의 Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) 서비스에 대한 접근을 제공합니다.
AIS Cloud는 태국에 있는 두 개의 AIS 데이터 센터에서 배포되며, 태국의 개인 데이터 보호법과 사이버 보안법과 같은 데이터 거주 및 주권 요건을 충족합니다. 이 조치는 AIS의 'Telco에서 Techco로'의 전환을 가속화하고 태국 조직의 디지털 전환 및 AI 혁신을 지원하여 국가의 경제 성장과 경쟁력에 기여할 것입니다.
Advanced Info Service (AIS), le plus grand opérateur de réseau mobile de Thaïlande, prévoit de déployer Oracle Alloy pour lancer AIS Cloud, le premier cloud hyperscalable localement détenu et opéré du pays. Cette collaboration stratégique fournira un accès à plus de 100 services d'Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), y compris des capacités d'IA, aux entreprises et aux organisations du secteur public en Thaïlande.
AIS Cloud sera déployé dans deux centres de données AIS en Thaïlande, répondant aux exigences de résidence des données et de souveraineté telles que la Loi sur la protection des données personnelles et la Loi sur la cybersécurité en Thaïlande. Ce mouvement accélérera la transformation d'AIS d'un 'Telco à un Techco' et soutiendra la transformation numérique et l'innovation en IA pour les organisations thaïlandaises, contribuant à la croissance économique et à la compétitivité du pays.
Advanced Info Service (AIS), der größte Mobilfunkbetreiber Thailands, plant den Einsatz von Oracle Alloy, um AIS Cloud zu launchen, die erste hyperscale Cloud, die im Land lokal besessen und betrieben wird. Diese strategische Zusammenarbeit wird Unternehmen und öffentlichen Einrichtungen in Thailand den Zugang zu über 100 Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Dienstleistungen, einschließlich KI-Funktionen, ermöglichen.
AIS Cloud wird in zwei AIS-Rechenzentren in Thailand implementiert und erfüllt die Anforderungen an Datenresidenz und -souveränität, wie das thailändische Gesetz zum Schutz personenbezogener Daten und das Gesetz zur Cybersicherheit. Dieser Schritt wird die Transformation von AIS von einer 'Telco zu einer Techco' beschleunigen und die digitale Transformation sowie die KI-Innovation für thailändische Organisationen unterstützen, was zum wirtschaftlichen Wachstum und zur Wettbewerbsfähigkeit des Landes beiträgt.
- AIS to become Thailand's first locally owned and operated hyperscale cloud provider
- Access to 100+ Oracle Cloud Infrastructure services, including AI capabilities
- Addresses data residency and sovereignty requirements for Thai organizations
- Potential to accelerate digital transformation and AI innovation in Thailand
- In-country disaster recovery capabilities for business resilience
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AIS's adoption of Oracle Alloy to create Thailand's first locally owned and operated hyperscale cloud is a significant development in the country's tech landscape. This move positions AIS to transition from a traditional telecom company to a technology company, potentially reshaping the competitive dynamics in Thailand's cloud market.
The deployment of AIS Cloud with over 100 Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) services, including AI capabilities, could accelerate digital transformation across various sectors in Thailand. This is particularly noteworthy as it addresses critical concerns around data sovereignty and regulatory compliance, such as the Personal Data Protection Act and Cybersecurity Act.
From a technical perspective, the ability to offer in-country disaster recovery capabilities enhances business resilience, which could be a key differentiator for AIS in attracting enterprise customers. The local operation of cloud services also promises reduced latency and improved performance for Thai businesses.
However, it's important to note that while this move positions AIS as a pioneer in Thailand's cloud market, the company will face challenges in competing with established global cloud providers. AIS will need to leverage its local market knowledge and existing customer base effectively to gain a competitive edge.
The partnership between AIS and Oracle represents a strategic move in Thailand's rapidly evolving cloud market. With IDC forecasting a
The emphasis on data sovereignty and local operation aligns with a broader trend we're seeing across Asia, where regulatory compliance and data protection are becoming increasingly important for businesses and government entities. This could give AIS a significant advantage in attracting customers who are hesitant to use foreign-operated cloud services due to regulatory concerns.
Moreover, AIS's existing customer base of over 45 million mobile subscribers provides a substantial potential market for cross-selling cloud services. This established presence in the Thai market could accelerate adoption of AIS Cloud, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises that may prefer a local provider.
However, it's important to note that success in the hyperscale cloud market requires substantial ongoing investment in infrastructure and talent. AIS will need to demonstrate that it can match the pace of innovation and scale of global cloud providers to maintain competitiveness in the long term.
The strategic partnership between AIS and Oracle to launch Thailand's first locally owned and operated hyperscale cloud presents significant financial implications for both companies. For AIS, this move represents a diversification of its revenue streams beyond traditional telecom services, potentially opening up new high-growth market segments.
While specific financial projections aren't provided, the hyperscale cloud market typically offers higher margins compared to traditional telecom services. This could positively impact AIS's profitability in the medium to long term, assuming successful market penetration and operational efficiency.
For Oracle, this partnership aligns with its global strategy of expanding its cloud footprint through local partnerships. This approach allows Oracle to penetrate markets where data sovereignty is a concern, without the need for substantial direct capital investment.
Investors should monitor key metrics in future financial reports, including:
- Revenue growth in AIS's cloud services segment
- Changes in overall profit margins as cloud services scale
- Capital expenditure related to cloud infrastructure
- Customer acquisition costs and retention rates for cloud services
While the long-term potential is promising, it's important to note that significant investments in infrastructure, marketing and talent will likely be required in the short term, which could pressure near-term profitability.
Advanced Info Service (AIS) Cloud will offer more than 100 Oracle Cloud Infrastructure services and help organizations address relevant regulatory and data sovereignty requirements
AIS has established a proven track record of providing mobile network services to more than 45 million subscribers across
"For over 34 years, AIS has continuously developed digital technology infrastructure to provide customers in
"Cloud technology plays a pivotal role in supporting the IT infrastructure modernization and innovation for organizations in
AIS Cloud will be deployed in two AIS data centres located in Thailand and will be operated by AIS who will deliver cloud services to its customers including local support, providing them with a local cloud solution to meet regulatory requirements. Customer information will also be housed within
"Providing our partners and customers with more choice has always been our priority," said Garrett Ilg, executive vice president and general manager,
"IDC forecasts spending on sovereign cloud to increase at 31.5 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in APEJ," said Daphne Chung, Research Director, Cloud Services and Software Research, IDC Asia/Pacific. "The APEJ Cloud Survey 2023 showed that 19 percent of APEJ organizations expect to increase their spending on sovereign cloud in the near future as a component of organizations' hybrid cloud strategy driven by compliance and regulations as well as the need for greater operational resiliency."
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