Kyndryl, the world’s largest IT infrastructure services provider, and Cloudflare, Inc., a leading connectivity cloud company, have unveiled a Global Strategic Alliance aimed at empowering enterprises to seamlessly migrate and manage networks for multi-cloud connectivity and comprehensive network security. This expansion of their partnership brings together Kyndryl’s extensive consulting services and expertise in enterprise networking, security, and resiliency with Cloudflare’s robust connectivity cloud, which integrates security, performance, and cloud flexibility.

The collaboration between Kyndryl and Cloudflare, initially established in May 2023, has now evolved to encompass further innovation across all technology stacks. Leveraging Cloudflare’s capabilities, including managed WAN-as-a-Service and Cloudflare Zero Trust, the partnership seeks to design, build, manage, and modernize vital systems for customers across various industries.

“As one of the premier automotive manufacturers worldwide, it is imperative that we are equipped with robust and secure networks to ensure our global IT infrastructure runs seamlessly. From dealer management to vehicle tracking, we need to run our 50+ Internet applications with zero or minimal disruption and enhanced security,” said Vinod Gopinathan, CIO at Ashok Leyland. “Kyndryl’s managed services with Cloudflare’s DDoS protection and mitigation solution enables Ashok Leyland to focus on our pursuit of technology innovation, advanced engineering, and enhanced connectivity.”

The Kyndryl and Cloudflare Global Strategic Alliance is dedicated to assisting enterprises in streamlining connectivity to multiple clouds and data centres while providing robust network security. The partnership aims to accelerate digital maturity and network modernization, reduce spending on private network links and appliances, extend network security, and promote sustainable networking practices.

“Together with Cloudflare, we are enabling enterprises to migrate to next-generation networks and capitalize on advanced cloud features to achieve greater agility and innovation. We are thrilled to expand our relationship with Cloudflare, an industry leader in cloud networking and Zero Trust,” said Paul Savill, Global Practice Leader of Networking and Edge computing at Kyndryl. “With Kyndryl’s expert managed and consulting services, we will be helping our joint customers secure, streamline, and simplify their IT infrastructure, all while reducing costs and improving operational efficiencies.”

“Cloudflare and Kyndryl is the duo that enterprises can fully lean on to migrate their networks and innovate across the cloud. Working hand-in-hand with customers, we’ve seen the demand and impact from Cloudflare’s leading connectivity cloud and comprehensive cybersecurity for business environments, right in hand with Kyndryl’s industry-leading consulting and managed network services,” said Matt Harrell, Global Head of Channels and Alliances at Cloudflare. “Since partnering with Kyndryl, we have been able to scale Cloudflare’s services to a new level. Our Global Strategic Alliance can support any enterprise now across their entire network stack, regardless of where they stand in their cloud journey.”

As a testament to the partnership’s effectiveness, Cloudflare has assisted Kyndryl in transforming its network services and providing cloud cybersecurity protection, resulting in reduced IT infrastructure costs, accelerated web traffic, and enhanced performance for data load balancing.

The Kyndryl and Cloudflare Global Strategic Alliance signifies a significant milestone in advancing enterprise network connectivity and security, reflecting the growing importance of collaborative partnerships in driving innovation and enhancing the digital ecosystem for businesses worldwide.