NTT DATA and Palo Alto Networks officially announced a multi-year global alliance today. This strategic partnership aims to accelerate secure enterprise AI Transformation across global operations.
The companies also hope to create $1 billion in combined business over the next three years. This program combines the security platforms of Palo Alto Networks with the consulting services of NTT DATA. The two organizations will also help enterprise customers safely deploy artificial intelligence across critical systems. This multi-year partnership is Palo Alto Networks’ largest systems integrator alliance to date. The joint team also leverages Unit 42 threat intelligence with cutting-edge AI Transformation solutions.
To execute this global strategy, NTT DATA deploys over 2,000 certified technology specialists. Consequently, direct engineering collaboration provides NTT DATA early access to new platform capabilities. Furthermore, this initiative helps clients continuously optimize their enterprise AI Transformation security strategy.
Key Transformation Areas and Executive Quotes
Initial joint offerings focus on six critical areas across regulated global industries. These key areas include Autonomous SOC operations, AI governance, and comprehensive identity security. Furthermore, the partners deliver Zero Trust SASE, resilient cloud posture management, and modern firewall systems.
“AI is reshaping both business and cybersecurity, making deep ecosystem collaboration more important than ever,” said Nikesh Arora, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Palo Alto Networks. “Expanding our alliance with NTT DATA allows us to operationalize platformization at true global scale, helping enterprises eliminate legacy complexity and move fast without sacrificing safety.”
“AI is redefining every aspect of the enterprise, but it is also transforming the threat landscape at unprecedented speed. Organizations need a new approach to cyber resilience that combines AI-driven security, deep industry expertise and global scale,” said Abhijit Dubey, Chief Executive Officer and Chief AI Officer, NTT DATA, Inc. “Together with Palo Alto Networks, we’re bringing AI-powered cybersecurity innovation together with NTT DATA’s consulting, engineering and managed services capabilities to help clients securely accelerate AI adoption and stay ahead of evolving threats.”
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