Microsoft Cloud division expansion announced globally by NTT DATA, aimed at boosting secure and AI-driven enterprise transformations at an accelerated rate
NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and technology services, has announced a new business unit focused on accelerating secure, AI-powered enterprise cloud transformation in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). This strategic move aims to help organizations in the region improve efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and increase competitiveness.
The unit is closely aligned with Microsoft's technology roadmap and engineering teams, and it has a presence in over 50 countries. NTT DATA's deep bench of Microsoft certified specialists holds 24,000 certifications, ensuring a high level of expertise in the latest Microsoft Cloud technologies.
Embracing AI and Cloud Technologies for Improved Efficiency and Competitiveness
NTT DATA addresses AI and cloud technologies to improve efficiency and competitiveness by:
- Rapidly scaling AI agents using Microsoft 365 Copilot and Agentic AI services. This enables intelligent automation and multi-agent orchestration, streamlining operations and increasing productivity.
- Enhancing secure modernization efforts to protect data and infrastructure while adhering to regional sovereignty and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Supporting enterprise modernization through better collaboration tools, secure infrastructure, and resilient digital experiences tailored to local industries and regulated markets.
- Aligning sales, pre-sales, and delivery teams with Microsoft specialists to design, build, secure, migrate, and implement measurable cloud solutions that drive tangible business impact.
Navigating Complex Regulatory Landscape with Confidence
NTT DATA's global business unit for Microsoft Cloud in the MEA focuses on core areas including Agentic AI at scale, cloud modernization, cybersecurity, and compliance with sovereignty regulations. They are helping clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes with confidence.
The solutions are aimed at delivering measurable business impact across industries and regulated markets. For instance, NTT DATA's Agentic AI Services for Hyperscaler AI Technologies have generated nearly 100 enterprise client opportunities in just 90 days, indicating growing demand for AI-powered automation in the MEA.
Advanced Specializations and Strategic Collaboration
NTT DATA has 27 Advanced Specializations, including Security, Data & AI for Azure, Infrastructure, Digital & App Innovation, and AI Business Solutions. This strategic collaboration with Microsoft aims to solve modern problems using advanced cloud and AI technologies.
Charlie Li, Head of Cloud and Security Services at NTT DATA, Inc., stated that the expanded collaboration with Microsoft aims to leverage advanced cloud and AI technologies to address modern problems.
In essence, NTT DATA’s unit is a strategic enabler for organizations in MEA to adopt scalable and sustainable AI and cloud solutions that enhance operational efficiency, facilitate digital transformation, and maintain competitive advantage in a complex regulatory landscape. The unit is also collaborating on Sovereign Cloud specialization under Microsoft AI Cloud partner program.
NTT DATA is uniquely positioned to lead cloud-native business transformation in the AI era with deep expertise across Azure, Agentic AI, and Industry Cloud ecosystems. The new business unit brings together NTT DATA's deep industry and technical expertise in Microsoft Cloud, security, and AI solutions.
[1] Microsoft News: NTT DATA and Microsoft expand collaboration to empower enterprises with AI and cloud solutions
[2] NTT DATA News: NTT DATA announces new business unit for Microsoft Cloud
[3] Microsoft AI Blog: NTT DATA and Microsoft collaborate on AI and cloud solutions for the Middle East and Africa
- The new business unit established by NTT DATA, in collaboration with Microsoft, is concentrated on Agentic AI at scale, cloud modernization, cybersecurity, and compliance with regional sovereignty regulations, aimed at helping organizations manage complex regulatory landscapes with confidence.
- NTT DATA's advanced specializations include 27 areas, such as Security, Data & AI for Azure, Infrastructure, Digital & App Innovation, and AI Business Solutions, all designed to solve modern problems using advanced cloud and AI technologies.
- By aligning sales, pre-sales, and delivery teams with Microsoft specialists, NTT DATA works to design, build, secure, migrate, and implement measurable cloud solutions that drive tangible business impact on a global scale, leveraging their deep bench of Microsoft certified specialists and the latest cloud technologies.
