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TechstrongIT: Alkira Global Backbone-as-a-Service

TechstrongIT: Alkira Global Backbone-as-a-Service

Discover how one customer transformed its struggling network infrastructure when traditional MPLS, SD-WAN, and IPsec solutions couldn’t keep up with AI training demands and global expansion needs. This in-depth case study explores Alkira Inc.’s innovative backbone-as-a-service solution that leverages hyperscale cloud providers to deliver a fully managed, encrypted global network with over 80 points of presence worldwide. Learn about the 40-60% cost savings, rapid deployment capabilities, and how this approach could solve your own complex networking challenges—from supporting demanding AI workloads to seamlessly integrating acquisitions.

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