Dubai, UAE – etisalat by e&, the telecom arm of e& (formerly known as Etisalat Group), has announced its partnership with Red Hat, the leading provider of open source solutions, to standardize its network and IT infrastructure at cloud scale. In line with its vision of delivering next-generation digital services and fostering digital transformation, etisalat by e& will adopt Red Hat’s open source technologies, including Red Hat OpenShift, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Red Hat OpenStack Platform, and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform.
The collaboration is driven by etisalat by e&’s hybrid cloud strategy, which emphasizes scalability across various public and private cloud environments. Red Hat’s platforms offer consistency, enhanced security, workflow automation, and the freedom to choose between a wide range of hardware and software. This strategic move will empower etisalat by e& to innovate and deliver digital services more efficiently.
Additionally, etisalat by e& will leverage Red Hat’s expertise to modernize its applications, adopt cloud-native architectures, and implement automation for streamlined operations. Red Hat Consulting and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform will facilitate a holistic approach to automation, reducing manual tasks, improving decision-making, and enhancing compliance.
Darrell Jordan-Smith, Senior Vice President at Red Hat, emphasized that etisalat by e&’s forward-thinking approach positions them as a digital pioneer, well-prepared to harness emerging technologies such as AI, edge computing, and advanced software-defined architecture.
Khalid Murshed, Chief Technology and Information Officer at etisalat by e&, highlighted their commitment to empowering people and enhancing customer experiences. Red Hat’s solutions will enable them to innovate faster, aligning with their cultural values and business objectives.
The collaboration between etisalat by e& and Red Hat signifies a significant step toward a multi-cloud future, enhancing their ability to thrive in the dynamic cloud landscape while delivering value to customers.