NTT DATA, a global leader in IT and digital transformation services, has announced the expansion of its partnership with Google Cloud to accelerate the adoption of generative AI solutions and cloud-based data analytics across the Asia-Pacific region.
Through a strategic collaboration that leverages Google Cloud’s cutting-edge artificial intelligence capabilities, vast cloud infrastructure, and advanced analytics expertise in conjunction with NTT DATA’s extensive experience working with large-scale enterprises, the partnership aims to empower organizations to drive innovation and optimize their operational performance. The partnership aims to provide tailored, cloud-based solutions infused with AI, tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse industries.
As John Lombard, Chief Government Officer of NTT DATA, APAC, highlighted, the enhanced partnership won’t simply be about adopting new technologies; it’s about rethinking what’s feasible for businesses in the AI era.
Forecasts indicate that global end-user spending on public cloud providers will reach USD 679 billion by 2024, subsequently surging past the USD 1 trillion mark by 2027. The increasing prevalence of generative AI technologies has indeed contributed to this phenomenon.
Karan Bajwa, Vice President of Google Cloud for the Asia-Pacific region, highlighted Google Cloud’s commitment to fostering trust among customers as they navigate the complexities of digital transformation. Buyer trust is crucial for successful digital transformation endeavors in the Asia Pacific region, which NTT DATA’s comprehensive portfolio and profound knowledge of shifting customer needs expertly complement, thereby amplifying Google Cloud’s cutting-edge AI capabilities and forward-thinking solutions.
A dedicated NTT DATA Google Cloud Enterprise Unit has been set up to concentrate intensively on developing collaborative solutions, with a focus on innovative applications such as generative artificial intelligence and data-driven insights. Our solution will further enhance cybersecurity capabilities, streamline functions, modernize infrastructure, and deliver SAP solutions on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP), thereby ensuring seamless support for businesses.
Charlie Li, Senior Government Vice President and global head of cloud and safety companies at NTT DATA, underscored the pivotal importance of this collaborative effort. “Our landmark collaboration with Google Cloud propels us forward in providing innovative solutions tailored to address the unique pain points faced by our clients across various industries.”
A leading retailer has partnered with NTT DATA’s technology experts and leveraged Google’s data analytics to achieve an impressive 85% increase in store occupancy, as reported in a joint press release from both companies.
Li believes that NTT DATA and Google Cloud are poised to accelerate their customers’ digital modernization priorities, particularly in areas such as cloud, generative AI, and cybersecurity, through the potential merger of NTT DATA’s comprehensive transformation portfolio with Google Cloud’s cutting-edge technologies.
Through its enhanced partnership with Google Cloud, NTT DATA will leverage its internal expertise to further benefit from advanced certifications and training programs. To drive growth in the Asia-Pacific region, NTT DATA aims to certify at least 1,000 additional professionals, enhancing the skills of engineers and recruiting sales, pre-sales, and supply chain experts specializing in Google Cloud solutions.
