BT has recently partnered with HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise) to enhance local area network (LAN) services for organizations worldwide. This collaboration aims to provide better and more optimized LAN solutions to meet the increasing demands of modern workstyles and the growing number of connected devices.
Through this collaboration, BT and HPE Aruba Networking are offering a comprehensive approach that consists of two crucial steps: identification and evaluation. In the initial phase, BT will conduct a thorough audit of the client’s LAN infrastructure to determine the existing setup and identify areas that can be reused or replaced. HPE Aruba Networking will contribute by offering interoperable technology to avoid unnecessary hardware replacements.
Following the identification process, BT will evaluate the organization’s network security measures and devise strategies to protect all connected devices. To simplify the management and monitoring of the LAN, BT will provide a cloud-hosted dashboard that offers real-time visibility into network performance, analytics, security, scalability, and resilience. This centralized dashboard can also identify redundant devices consuming excess power, thereby automating network and energy optimization.
According to BT, traditional LANs often struggle to meet the demands of today’s workforce, particularly in terms of accessing applications and bandwidth-intensive video collaboration tools. Additionally, the increasing number of Internet of Things (IoT) devices connecting to the network poses challenges in terms of reliability and consistency.
BT’s Managed LAN service, developed in collaboration with HPE Aruba Networking, aims to address these issues by enabling customers to modernize their connectivity securely. This service is designed to support changing workstyles and the escalating IoT requirements.
Phil Mottram, the Executive Vice President and General Manager of HPE Aruba Networking, emphasizes the importance of modern enterprise networks that are secure, agile, and responsive to business needs. By integrating AI, security, automation, and Network-as-a-Service capabilities, HPE Aruba Networking is committed to reinventing how customers and partners consume or deliver outcome-focused networking solutions. The global managed LAN service, in partnership with BT, is a testament to how the network can help businesses achieve their objectives.
The BT and HPE collaboration signifies a significant step forward in enhancing LAN services for organizations across the globe. With a focus on modernizing connectivity securely, this partnership aims to support evolving workstyles and the increasing demands of IoT devices. By providing a comprehensive solution that integrates advanced technologies, BT and HPE are dedicated to empowering organizations and facilitating their digital transformation journeys.
