Digital Realty and DXC Collaborate on Enterprise AI

Digital Realty, a leading global provider of data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions, recently announced a strategic collaboration with Dell Technologies and DXC Technology to accelerate the adoption of enterprise AI across the globe. This partnership aims to address the challenges enterprises face when deploying AI, allowing companies to harness the power of artificial intelligence in a manner that aligns with their specific data needs.

As part of this collaboration, the Dell AI Factory will be deployed within Digital Realty’s PlatformDIGITAL®, enabling customers to implement and scale private AI infrastructure efficiently. This integration is designed to streamline the deployment process, reducing complexity and enhancing operational management through DXC’s expertise.

Key offerings from this collaboration include:

• Secure AI Implementation: The combination of Dell’s AI technologies and Digital Realty’s data center infrastructure allows customers to create a secure and scalable environment for AI operations. This initiative provides organizations access to a comprehensive suite of AI services aimed at delivering measurable business outcomes.
• Validated AI Use Cases: Dell, DXC, and Digital Realty have developed a library of validated use cases that facilitate faster enterprise AI adoption. These use cases are specifically designed for deployment in a private setting, optimizing performance for AI workloads.
• End-to-End Solution Delivery: The integrated solution offered by this partnership ensures that enterprises can rapidly implement AI initiatives. Utilizing DXC’s end-to-end management capabilities allows for quick scaling of operations in a data-driven environment.
• Expert-led Training and Support: To empower businesses in their AI journey, DXC, alongside Digital Realty and Dell, provides ongoing support and training to customer teams, ensuring they have the necessary skills to maximize their use of AI.

The collaboration caters to organizations looking to configure and scale AI infrastructure more effectively while mitigating the complexities usually involved in operationalization. As Holland Barry, Global Field Chief Technology Officer at DXC, stated, success in AI deployment goes beyond infrastructure alone; it requires a cohesive blend of the right technology, processes, and skilled personnel.

Colin McLean, Chief Revenue Officer at Digital Realty, emphasized that this partnership helps customers accelerate their AI initiatives by solving real challenges and providing actionable intelligence directly tailored to their business operations.

Industry experts, like Courtney Munroe from IDC, acknowledge that such strategic partnerships are pivotal for the swift adoption of AI-enabled infrastructures. By uniting Digital Realty’s global reach, Dell’s innovative technologies, and DXC’s practical experience, enterprises are better equipped to utilize their data as a strategic asset.

Digital Realty continues to expand its presence with over 300 facilities worldwide, delivering a secure meeting place for today’s data-driven companies to thrive. Their ongoing innovations, particularly in AI infrastructure, position them as a key player in the evolving data landscape.