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Solutions from Juniper Networks driven by Mist AI to have UAE cloud instance
Juniper Networks , a vendor in secure , AI-driven networks , announced that its wireless access , wired access , NAC , indoor location and SD-WAN solutions , all driven by Mist AI , will have a local cloud instance in the UAE . Juniper customers and partners in the region will receive the benefits of a cloud-native architecture , which includes microservices agility , resiliency and elastic scale , as well as local hosting and storage .
In the Middle East , it is becoming increasingly important to validate where data is stored due to data privacy and cybersecurity concerns . The launch of the Juniper UAE Cloud instance helps to align with security standards , enabling Juniper to deliver more secure , resilient and automated AI-driven cloud services in support of digital transformation initiatives while their data is stored on a locally hosted cloud .
The Juniper Mist solutions deliver automation , insight and assurance for simplified operator experiences and exceptional user experiences . and self-driving network operations avoid problems before they arise , eliminating as many as 90 % of inbound trouble tickets .
Juniper has also been named as a Leader in the 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure for the third consecutive year , with Juniper being placed highest in execution and vision . The company is recognised as the only Visionary in the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for SD-WAN .
“ Many UAE organisations integrate clouddriven AI services into their broader IT strategies , making cloud services essential for the future . Juniper has seen substantial traction for our AI-driven campus and branch portfolio with top enterprises choosing the company ’ s best in class solutions , operated via the cloud .
“ To further boost this momentum , Juniper will offer a strong cloud instance in the UAE , promoting digital transformation , spurring innovation and reducing operational costs for enterprises throughout the UAE and the extended Gulf region ,” says Yarob Sakhnini , Vice President , Emerging Markets , EMEA at Juniper Networks .
“ Cloud adoption is snowballing in the Middle East , driven by widespread efforts by organisations to modernise their infrastructure and applications . There is also a significant shift in the regulatory environment , which is pushing companies towards secure and compliant cloud solutions . As a result , most enterprises in the region are increasingly preferring locally hosted cloud solutions ,” says Jebin George , Senior Research Manager , Software and Cloud , IDC Middle East , Turkiye and Africa .
Juniper Networks is dedicated to simplifying network operations and driving superior experiences for end users . Its solutions deliver industry-insight , automation , security and AI to drive real business results . p
The entire Juniper campus and branch portfolio is managed via a common Mist cloud and AI engine for assured client-tocloud experiences across the wired , wireless and WAN domains . Proactive actions
Yarob Sakhnini , Vice President , Emerging Markets EMEA , Juniper Networks
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