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Dell Technologies Accelerates AI Innovation and Strengthens Cybersecurity for Microsoft Customers

Dell Technologies announces new offerings at Microsoft Ignite 2024 to accelerate AI innovation and strengthen data protection and security.
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In a significant move to bolster AI innovation and cybersecurity, Dell Technologies has announced a series of new offerings designed to enhance the capabilities of Microsoft customers. These advancements, unveiled at the Microsoft Ignite event, aim to simplify AI adoption, improve data protection and strengthen cybersecurity strategies.

Accelerating AI Adoption with Dell AI Factory

Dell Technologies is expanding its AI Factory portfolio with new storage software and services that promise to accelerate AI adoption and performance. The introduction of Dell APEX File Storage for Microsoft Azure provides a Dell-managed option that allows organizations to focus on AI application development rather than hybrid cloud infrastructure maintenance. This service leverages Dell PowerScale OneFS software to offer high-performance, scale-out file capabilities in Microsoft Azure, supporting demanding AI applications with up to 18 nodes of storage capacity.

Additionally, Dell is launching several services to help customers create custom AI solutions:

  • Accelerator Services for Copilot+ PCs: Enhances productivity and efficiency with advisory on new features, implementation plans, and best practices.
  • Services for Microsoft Copilot Studio and Azure AI Studio: Assists in developing and implementing Copilot agents and AI solutions tailored to specific business needs.
  • Implementation Services for Microsoft Azure AI Service: Supports AI application development on-premises with Azure Stack AI services on Dell solutions for Microsoft Azure Stack HCI.
  • Managed Services for Microsoft Azure Stack HCI: Provides cloud-like flexibility and scalability with expert support for seamless cloud integration.

Enhancing Cybersecurity and Data Protection

Dell Technologies is also introducing robust data protection and cybersecurity services for Microsoft environments. The Dell APEX Protection Services for Microsoft Azure offers enterprise-class multicloud data protection and cyber resiliency across various locations. This AI-powered, Dell-managed solution enhances cyber resiliency with zero trust security features, including immutability, encryption, multi-factor authentication, and role-based access controls. It also provides efficient recovery options to protect against ransomware and cyber threats, significantly reducing recovery time.

Furthermore, Dell is offering new security services to help customers align their cybersecurity posture with industry standards:

  • Advisory Services for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) for Microsoft: Provides specific recommendations to align cybersecurity strategies with CMMC guidelines.
  • Microsoft Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) Services: Allows customers to focus on their core business while Dell experts monitor, detect, investigate, and respond to threats 24/7.

Conclusion

Dell Technologies continues to lead the way in AI innovation and cybersecurity, providing Microsoft customers with the tools and services needed to accelerate their digital transformation. With these new offerings, Dell is helping organizations innovate faster, control costs, and protect their data more effectively.

For more information, connect with Dell Technologies on X and LinkedIn, or visit dell.com/microsoft to learn more about their offerings for Microsoft customers.

Jonathan Siegal

About the Author: Jon Siegal

Jon Siegal is the Senior Vice President of CSG & Online Marketing at Dell Technologies. In this role, Jon is responsible for driving CSG business growth globally and end-to-end through high-impact marketing across all segments and routes to market—including direct, online, channel and retail. With over 20 years of industry experience, Jon has led marketing efforts across all of Dell’s business units, including pan-Dell, Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG), and now CSG. He has overseen critical marketing initiatives, such as competitive intelligence and customer reference programs, while delivering innovative go-to-market strategies across Dell’s portfolio, including AI, multicloud, security, and sustainability. These responsibilities highlight Jon’s ability to combine strategic vision with executive excellence. Before joining Dell, Jon honed his expertise in product management and sales while working with early-stage tech start-ups. Jon holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Vermont and an MBA from the University of Maryland. Based in Boston, he enjoys spending time with his family and exploring the outdoors, whether golfing, running, or walking his dog, Champ.