Alkira provides a Network Infrastructure-as-a-Service platform that connects users, data centers, and multiple cloud environments through a global network of Cloud Exchange Points, enabling rapid deployment and management without the need for additional hardware. The platform enhances operational efficiency by offering integrated security, visibility, and an on-demand consumption model, addressing the complexities of managing hybrid and multi-cloud networking.
Funding
$209M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Enterprises face increasing complexity in managing hybrid and multi-cloud environments, struggling to connect users, data centers, and clouds efficiently. Traditional networking solutions often require additional hardware, lack integrated security, and are difficult to scale, leading to operational inefficiencies and increased costs.
Solution
Alkira offers a Network Infrastructure-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform that simplifies hybrid and multi-cloud networking by providing a unified, on-demand solution. The platform connects users, data centers, and clouds through a global network of Cloud Exchange Points (CXPs), eliminating the need for additional hardware or software deployment. Alkira enhances agility, simplicity, and scalability, allowing enterprises to deploy comprehensive and secure global network infrastructure with integrated routing, security, and cloud provider compatibility. A user-friendly portal enables network design, provisioning, and management, while an on-demand consumption model ensures cost-effectiveness. Alkira's platform allows enterprises to own and operate their network while leveraging Alkira’s underlying network infrastructure as a service.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes enterprises looking to simplify and secure their hybrid and multi-cloud networking, as well as businesses seeking to improve agility, scalability, and cost-efficiency in their network operations.
Features
- Global network of interconnected Cloud Exchange Points (CXPs) with a full routing stack
- Integrated network and security services, including firewalls, encryption, and segmentation
- Support for hybrid, single, and multi-cloud networking
- Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) capabilities with identity-based authentication and authorization
- User-friendly portal for network design, provisioning, and management
- On-demand network resource consumption model
- Automated operational workflows and rich APIs for reduced manual configuration
- Real-time visibility and governance across all environments on a single dashboard