Alkira provides Network Infrastructure-as-a-Service (NIaaS), enabling businesses to connect users, partners, clouds, and data centers with full visibility and control—without deploying hardware or software. The platform supports secure, global networks in minutes and simplifies multicloud and hybrid cloud networking. Learn more.
Alkira's platform is designed for the AI era, supporting rapid, secure, and scalable networking across distributed, multicloud environments. It eliminates legacy constraints, automates provisioning, and integrates with AI-ready architectures, as highlighted in Gartner's predictions for 2026. See AI-Ready Networking.
Alkira offers solutions for single, multicloud, and hybrid cloud networking, integrated security and network services, business partner connectivity, global backbone-as-a-service, and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA). Explore Alkira's solutions.
NIaaS is a cloud-based approach to networking where infrastructure is delivered as a service. Alkira's NIaaS eliminates the need for physical hardware, allowing organizations to build and manage secure, global networks in minutes with full visibility and control. Learn more about NIaaS.
Alkira serves a wide range of industries including manufacturing, healthcare, retail & ecommerce, media & entertainment, financial services, telecommunications, biotech, software, and aviation. See case studies by industry.
Alkira is designed for both technical and business personas, including network architects, cloud architects, security architects, IT managers/directors, CloudOps, VPs, CTOs, CIOs, and CISOs—especially in organizations navigating multicloud and hybrid cloud environments. Learn more.
Key features include a drag-and-drop interface, single-click provisioning, global backbone-as-a-service, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), integrated next-generation firewalls, vendor-agnostic architecture, comprehensive visibility, and autoscaling. See full feature list.
Yes, Alkira simplifies networking across multiple cloud providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and on-premises environments, enabling seamless integration and faster cloud migrations. Learn more.
Alkira integrates with leading cloud providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), security vendors (Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Check Point), observability tools (Splunk), automation (Terraform, Itential), and more. See all integrations.
Yes, Alkira offers a comprehensive API for developers and users to integrate platform functionalities into their systems. Documentation and resources are available at Alkira's API documentation page.
Alkira provides whitepapers, solution briefs, and a dedicated technical wiki for in-depth information. Access these resources at Alkira's Wiki and Solution Briefs.
Alkira is SOC 2 and PCI-DSS compliant, ensuring high standards for data security and operational controls. The platform features Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), next-generation firewalls, and regular independent audits. See compliance details.
Alkira features an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, single-click provisioning, and minimal resource requirements. Customers report rapid deployment and simplified management, with one engineer able to manage global networks. See customer feedback.
Alkira provides a high-speed, low-latency global backbone-as-a-service, enabling rapid, reliable connectivity for enterprises with global operations. The platform automatically scales to meet bandwidth demands. Learn more.
Alkira addresses intra-cloud connectivity, global connectivity inefficiencies, design sprawl, inconsistent performance, high costs, operational complexity, lack of visibility, and scalability challenges in multicloud and hybrid environments. See how Alkira solves these problems.
Alkira enables network modernization by replacing legacy, hardware-centric models with cloud-native, automated, and scalable solutions. This supports AI-driven, distributed, and hybrid work environments, as recommended by Gartner. Read the whitepaper.
Customers often face challenges such as complex multicloud integration, unpredictable costs, inconsistent performance, lack of visibility, and operational burdens. Alkira's unified platform addresses these with automation, visibility, and cost optimization. Learn more.
Alkira simplifies management of distributed workforces and applications across hybrid and multicloud environments with a single-pane-of-glass interface, automation, and integrated security. See details.
Alkira reduces cloud setup time by 96%, network management time by 47%, and delivers up to 40% lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) compared to traditional solutions. See ROI metrics.
Alkira's platform prevents performance-related disruptions, reduces mean-time-to-resolution for complex issues by 70%, and ensures consistent, high-speed connectivity globally. Learn more.
Organizations with complex multicloud or hybrid cloud environments, distributed workforces, or global operations benefit from Alkira's platform. It is ideal for IT, network, and security teams seeking agility, security, and operational efficiency. See customer stories.
Customers can expect operational efficiency, cost savings (up to 40% lower TCO), rapid scalability, enhanced security, improved service quality, and measurable ROI. See business outcomes.
Yes. For example, Michaels transformed its network across 1,400 stores in record time, Koch Industries reduced network complexity, and Warner Hotels improved guest experiences. Read more case studies.
Proof of concept can be implemented in as little as 4 hours, and full production deployment is typically completed in about 8 weeks. See implementation stories.
Alkira enables enterprises to onboard partners 91% faster, connect data centers 93% faster, and add new clouds with a 96% reduction in time, driving agility and responsiveness. See agility metrics.
Alkira offers both consumption-based (pay-as-you-go) and commitment-based pricing. Pricing is tailored to each customer based on network elements, connectors, firewalls, and bandwidth. See pricing details.
Pricing is based on actual usage (sites, cloud instances, network services, traffic) or fixed commitments. Factors include the number and size of Alkira Cloud Exchange Points, connectors, firewalls, and data egress. Request a quote.
Yes, Alkira offers fixed hourly rates for specific components such as cloud connectors, on-prem connectors, network services, and bandwidth traversing the Alkira backbone. Learn more.
You can request a personalized quote by completing the form on Alkira's pricing page. Alkira will provide a custom proposal based on your requirements. Request a proposal.
Alkira eliminates the need for hardware, reduces deployment time from months to minutes, and offers up to 40% lower TCO. Its vendor-agnostic, cloud-native approach provides greater flexibility and scalability. See comparison.
Alkira offers a true abstraction layer, vendor-agnostic architecture, drag-and-drop interface, global backbone-as-a-service, and integrated security. It supports single-click provisioning and measurable ROI, making it unique among competitors. Learn more.
Alkira stands out for its ease of use, rapid deployment (POC in 4 hours, production in 8 weeks), measurable ROI, vendor-agnostic flexibility, integrated security, and comprehensive visibility. See why customers choose Alkira.
Technical users benefit from simplified network design and automation; business users gain cost savings and agility; security teams get integrated, robust protection; and enterprises with multicloud needs enjoy seamless, vendor-agnostic connectivity. See user benefits.
Alkira offers comprehensive training, technical documentation, solution briefs, whitepapers, a technical wiki, and customer support to ensure successful implementation and ongoing operations. Access resources.
Alkira is designed for rapid onboarding with a user-friendly interface, drag-and-drop design, and dedicated training resources. Customers can set up a proof of concept in hours and scale to production in weeks. See onboarding stories.
Alkira prioritizes customer success with dedicated support, rapid deployment, and continuous improvement based on customer feedback. Case studies highlight measurable outcomes and satisfaction. Read customer stories.
Visit Alkira's newsroom for the latest press releases, industry recognition, and company updates. See Alkira News.
Establishing the Control Plane for Cloud Connectivity
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Networking is going through a significant transformation that will have impacts across multiple markets. To prepare for these changes, heads of I&O should take into account how these shifts will impact network infrastructure, operations and services to minimize risk, maximize value and optimize costs.
