Nutanix recently hosted its inaugural Cloud Day in Lagos, Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in its strategy for continental expansion. This event underscores the company’s commitment to driving digital transformation across West, East, and Central Africa. By bringing together business leaders, partners, and customers, Nutanix facilitated crucial discussions on the future of multi-cloud infrastructure and enterprise Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the region.
Following its recent announcement to increase investment in Africa, Nutanix aims to meet the rising demand for its innovative services across the continent. The company’s optimistic outlook on Africa’s potential is further demonstrated by its strategic appointment of Sven Schoenaerts as channel head for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, tasked with spearheading the company’s growth initiatives in the region.
Raif Abou Diab, Nutanix’s Country Manager for South Gulf and Sub-Saharan Africa, emphasized the company’s dedication to supporting reseller partners and customers in Nigeria. He stated that Nutanix is committed to helping these organizations leverage the power of multi-cloud to unlock new opportunities. This commitment is reflected in the tailored solutions Nutanix provides, designed to meet the unique needs of businesses across the region and facilitate their cloud transformation journeys.
During the Lagos event, Nutanix reiterated its intention to equip African businesses with the flexibility and security of its multi-cloud platform. The discussions highlighted the company’s focus on simplifying cloud operations and delivering innovative solutions that cater to the specific challenges faced by regional organizations. Furthermore, Nutanix showcased flexible AI deployments aimed at enhancing sustainability metrics and supporting businesses in their pursuit of growth and innovation.
Babatunde Abagun, Nutanix’s sub-regional sales manager for West, East, and Central Africa, elaborated on the company’s strategic entrance into Nigeria as part of a broader objective to support Africa’s digital transformation. He noted that as organizations across West and East Africa increasingly adopt hybrid and multi-cloud models, Nutanix is prepared to provide the robust and scalable infrastructure necessary for their success.
Abagun highlighted that the unique challenges present in Nigeria’s business climate make innovation particularly significant for local enterprises. As these organizations seek reliable technology partners, Nutanix stands out as a proven platform to secure current operations while future-proofing their growth. The Cloud Day event serves as a vital platform for Nutanix to amplify its message and reinforce its commitment to the local market.
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