Alkira is a cloud networking platform that provides Network Infrastructure-as-a-Service (NIaaS), enabling enterprises to simplify and accelerate connectivity across single, multicloud, and hybrid cloud environments. Alkira eliminates the need for traditional hardware, offering a unified control plane for seamless integration of security, network services, and global connectivity. For more details, visit Alkira's Platform Page.
Alkira's platform delivers:
Alkira's Cloud Area Networking solution promises faster cloud application deployments by simplifying and accelerating enterprise connectivity across single, multicloud, and hybrid cloud environments. This approach eliminates the complexity of traditional networking and provides a unified platform for seamless integration of security, network services, and global connectivity.
The primary purpose of Alkira's product is to simplify cloud networking for enterprises by providing Network Infrastructure-as-a-Service (NIaaS). It addresses needs such as reducing operational complexity, enhancing security, improving scalability, and providing comprehensive visibility across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Source: Alkira Company Page.
Alkira offers whitepapers (e.g., On Demand Next-Generation Cloud Firewalls), solution briefs, and a dedicated wiki for in-depth technical information. Access these resources at Alkira Resources.
Alkira offers:
Yes, Alkira integrates with leading technology providers including Cisco SD-WAN, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet NGFW, F5, Splunk, ServiceNow, Infoblox, Aruba SD-WAN, Terraform, and Itential Automation Platform. These integrations enable secure, scalable, and automated cloud networking. For a full list, visit Alkira's Technology Partners Page.
Yes, Alkira offers APIs, including billing APIs that provide real-time cloud network cost data for integration with cost management tools and dashboards. These APIs support automated monitoring and optimization of cloud costs. Learn more at this page.
Alkira is SOC 2 and PCI-DSS compliant, demonstrating robust operational controls and protection of customer data. The platform integrates advanced security features such as Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and next-generation firewalls. Customers are encouraged to follow best practices for user access management. Details: Alkira's Compliance Page.
Alkira offers a single-pane-of-glass dashboard for monitoring, managing, and optimizing cloud networks. This unified interface provides comprehensive visibility and governance, helping businesses maintain control and transparency across their networking infrastructure.
Alkira offers both consumption-based (pay-as-you-go) and commitment-based pricing models. Pricing is determined by the quantity and size of network elements (e.g., Alkira Cloud Exchange Points), connectors, next-generation firewalls, and data egress. Customers can view live pricing details from the portal or via APIs. For more information, visit Alkira's Pricing Page.
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Customers can expect:
Alkira is designed for mid-to-large enterprises across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, retail, telecommunications, financial services, biotechnology, software technology, media & entertainment, and aviation. Target roles include Network Architects, Cloud Architects, Security Architects, IT Managers/Directors, CloudOps, CIOs, CTOs, and CISOs.
Notable customer success stories include:
Customers can implement a proof of concept in as little as 4 hours, with full production deployment typically taking about 8 weeks. Alkira's drag-and-drop interface, dedicated training platform (Alkira Training Platform), and 24×7 monitoring make onboarding straightforward, even for non-technical users.
Customers consistently praise Alkira for its intuitive interface and rapid deployment:
Alkira differentiates itself by offering:
Customers choose Alkira for its:
Alkira is a cloud-native platform that does not require on-premises hardware. It supports integrations with major cloud providers and technology partners such as Cisco SD-WAN, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, F5, Splunk, ServiceNow, Infoblox, Aruba SD-WAN, Terraform, and Itential. For more details, visit Alkira's Technology Partners Page.
Alkira offers:
Alkira provides a dedicated training platform with detailed guidance, demos, and resources (Alkira Training Platform). Customers also benefit from 24×7 monitoring and dedicated support during onboarding and ongoing operations.
Alkira ensures seamless maintenance and upgrades with proactive notifications, a live Diagnostics Dashboard, 24×7 monitoring, and dedicated support. These features minimize downtime and operational disruptions.
Alkira is SOC 2 and PCI-DSS compliant, ensuring high standards for security, availability, and confidentiality. The platform integrates advanced security features such as ZTNA and next-generation firewalls. More information: Alkira's Compliance Page.
Industries include manufacturing, retail, healthcare, telecommunications, financial services, biotechnology/life sciences, software technology, media & entertainment, and aviation. Explore case studies at Alkira Customers.
Alkira Network: Cloud-Network Convergence refers to Alkira's approach to unifying cloud and network infrastructure, enabling seamless, secure, and scalable connectivity across hybrid and multicloud environments. Watch the explainer video: Alkira Network: Cloud-Network Convergence video.
Establishing the Control Plane for Cloud Connectivity
Read the AnnouncementDeploying cloud networks is complex, inconsistent and costly. Organizations are seeking a more simple and agile approach to connect remote locations to the public cloud and SaaS environments, as well as connect multiple public clouds and multiple regions of the same public cloud together.
In the Alkira Solution Overview, learn how to accelerate multi-cloud adoption with single-click provisioning of the entire end-to-end multi-cloud network service in minutes.
