October 22, 2024, Espoo-Finland-Nokia and Lenovo revealed a strategic partnership in Espoo, Finland, designed to push advancements in AI-powered data center solutions.
This collaboration merges Lenovo’s ThinkSystem AI-ready servers with Nokia’s cutting-edge Data Center networking and automation platforms. Together, these solutions aim to meet the increasing demands of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) workloads, particularly across industries that require reliable, scalable, and high-speed data transfer.
Charles Ferland, Vice President of Edge and Communications Service Providers at Lenovo, expressed the partnership’s potential, stating,
“This collaboration creates a robust platform for AI clouds, enabling enterprises to manage their data more efficiently and securely.”
The focus on energy efficiency and enhanced security features ensures these data centers are not only reliable but also sustainable, addressing one of the key concerns in modern data infrastructure—cybersecurity.
“Our partnership with Lenovo exemplifies Nokia’s commitment to innovation and excellence in data center solutions. By combining Nokia’s Data Center Fabric and Event Driven Automation with Lenovo’s ThinkSystem AI portfolio, we deliver a high performance, scalable data center networking solution designed to efficiently manage and automate AI/ML workloads, with a strong emphasis on security and energy efficiency.”
Vach Kompella, Nokia’s Senior Vice President and General Manager of IP Networks,
“This collaboration not only enhances the performance and reliability of data center operations, but also underscores our dedication to providing innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. Together, we are setting new standards in the industry and driving forward the future of data center technology.”
As AI continues to play a transformative role across various sectors, this partnership is expected to set new standards for data center infrastructure.
With a validated blueprint that enhances automation, observability, and security, Nokia and Lenovo are positioning themselves as leaders in the AI-driven future of data management.
Further innovations and collaborative projects are expected to follow as both companies continue to focus on scalable, sustainable data center solutions.
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