Sandisk Showcases UltraQLCTM Technology Platform with Milestone Enterprise SSD Capacity at FMS 2025
Sandisk will host a keynote at FMS 2025 on Wednesday, August 6, at 11:40 AM, to highlight its UltraQLCTM platform and will demo its milestone 256TB1 NVMeTM SSD, alongside additional innovative storage solutions, at FMS Booth #607.
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NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and technology services, today announced a global partnership with Google Cloud to accelerate AI-powered cloud innovations and unlock new possibilities with AI for enterprise organizations across industries. This collaboration combines NTT DATA's deep industry expertise in AI, cloud-native modernization and data engineering with Google Cloud's advanced analytics, AI and cloud technologies to deliver tailored, scalable enterprise a focus on co-innovation, the partnership will drive industry-specific cloud and AI solutions, leveraging NTT DATA's proven frameworks and best practices along with Google Cloud's capabilities to deliver customized solutions backed by deep implementation expertise. Significant joint go-to-market investments will support seamless adoption across key to Gartner®, worldwide end-user spending on public cloud services is forecast to reach $723 billion in 2025, up from $595.7 billion in 2024. The use of AI deployments in IT and business operations is accelerating the reliance on modern cloud infrastructure, highlighting the critical importance of this strategic global partnership. "This collaboration with Google Cloud represents a significant milestone in our mission to drive innovation and digital transformation across industries,' said Marv Mouchawar, Head of Global Innovation, NTT DATA. 'By combining NTT DATA's deep expertise in AI, cloud-native modernization and enterprise solutions with Google Cloud's advanced technologies, we are helping businesses accelerate their AI-powered cloud adoption globally and unlock new opportunities for growth.'"Our partnership with NTT DATA will help enterprises use agentic AI to enhance business processes and solve complex industry challenges,' said Kevin Ichhpurani, President, Global Partner Ecosystem at Google Cloud. 'By combining Google Cloud's AI with NTT DATA's implementation expertise, we will enable customers to deploy intelligent agents that modernize operations and deliver significant value for their organizations."Driving AI innovation across industries NTT DATA will leverage Google Cloud technology to develop several industry-specific AI and cloud solutions, accelerating enterprise transformation across sectors including banking, insurance, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, life sciences and the public sector. For example, in financial services, this collaboration will support regulatory compliance and reporting through NTT DATA solutions like Regla, which leverage Google Cloud's scalable AI infrastructure. In hospitality, NTT DATA's Virtual Travel Concierge enhances customer experience and drives sales with 24x7 multilingual support, real-time itinerary planning and intelligent travel recommendations. It uses the capabilities of Google's Gemini models to drive personalization across more than 3 million monthly focus areas include:● Industry-specific agentic AI solutions: NTT DATA will build new industry solutions that transform analytics, decision-making and client experiences using Google Agentspace, Google's Gemini models, secure data clean rooms and modernized data platforms. ● AI-driven cloud modernization: Accelerating enterprise modernization with Google Distributed Cloud for secure, scalable modernization built and managed on NTT DATA's global infrastructure, from data centers to edge to cloud. ● Next-generation application and security modernization: Strengthening enterprise agility and resilience through mainframe modernization, DevOps, observability, API management, cybersecurity frameworks and SAP on Google Cloud. ● Sovereign cloud innovation: Delivering secure, compliant solutions through Google Distributed Cloud in both air-gapped and connected deployments. Air-gapped environments operate offline for maximum data isolation. Connected deployments enable secure integration with cloud services. These scenarios meet data sovereignty and regulatory demands in sectors such as finance, government and healthcare without compromising innovation.● Google Distributed Cloud sandbox environment: Google Distributed Cloud sandbox environment is a digital playground where developers can build, test and deploy industry-specific and sovereign cloud deployments. This sandbox will help teams upskill through hands-on training and accelerate time to market with Google Distributed Cloud technologies through preconfigured, ready-to-deploy templates. NTT DATA will support these innovations through a full-stack suite of services including advisory, building, implementation and ongoing hosting and managed services. By combining NTT DATA's proven blueprints and delivery expertise with Google Cloud's technology, the partnership will accelerate the development of repeatable, scalable solutions for enterprise transformation. At the heart of this innovation strategy is Takumi, NTT DATA's GenAI framework that guides clients from ideation to enterprise-wide deployment. Takumi integrates seamlessly with Google Cloud's AI stack, enabling rapid prototyping and operationalization of GenAI use initiative expands NTT DATA's Smart AI Agent Ecosystem, which unites strategic technology partnerships, specialized assets and an AI-ready talent engine to help clients deploy and manage responsible, business-driven AI at scale. Accelerating global delivery with a dedicated Google Cloud Business GroupTo achieve excellence, NTT DATA has established a dedicated global Google Cloud Business Group comprising thousands of engineers, architects and advisory consultants. This global team at NTT DATA will work in close collaboration with Google Cloud teams to help clients adopt and scale AI-powered cloud technologies. NTT DATA is also investing in advanced training and certification programs ensuring teams across sales, pre-sales and delivery are equipped to sell, secure, migrate and implement AI-powered cloud solutions. The company aims to certify 5,000 engineers in Google Cloud technology, further reinforcing its role as a leader in cloud transformation on a global both companies are co-investing in global sales and go-to-market campaigns to accelerate client adoption across priority industries. By aligning technical, sales and marketing expertise, the companies aim to scale transformative solutions efficiently across global markets. Building on strategic momentumThis global partnership builds on NTT DATA and Google Cloud's 2024 co-innovation agreement in APAC. In addition it further strengthens NTT DATA's acquisition of Niveus Solutions, a leading Google Cloud specialist recognized with three 2025 Google Cloud Awards – 'Google Cloud Country Partner of the Year - India', 'Google Cloud Databases Partner of the Year - APAC' and 'Google Cloud Country Partner of the Year – Chile,' further validating NTT DATA's commitment to cloud excellence and innovation. 'We're excited to see the strengthened partnership between NTT DATA and Google Cloud, which continues to deliver measurable impact. Their combined expertise has been instrumental in migrating more than 380 workloads to Google Cloud to align with our cloud-first strategy,' said José Luis González Santana, Head of IT Infrastructure, Carrefour. 'By running SAP HANA on Google Cloud, we have consolidated 100 legacy applications to create a powerful, modernized e-commerce platform across 200 hypermarkets. This transformation has given us the agility we need during peak times like Black Friday and enabled us to launch new services faster than ever. Together, NTT DATA and Google Cloud are helping us deliver more connected, seamless experiences for our customers,'
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Vertiv announces Vertiv™ OneCore to Accelerate Deployment of Scalable Prefabricated Infrastructure for AI, HPC, and High-Density 5+ MW Data Centers
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, today announced the global availability of Vertiv™ OneCore, a scalable prefabricated solution that integrates Vertiv's proven power, thermal, and IT infrastructure technologies into a single, factory-assembled system. Designed to accelerate high-density data center deployments, Vertiv OneCore simplifies project execution by reducing on-site complexity and compressing timelines. The solution is now available globally for a range of deployments, including enterprise, colocation, sovereign, and neocloud environments. Vertiv OneCore offers a unified, slab-up turn-key approach that streamlines the process, from design to installation and ready-for-operation, under a single point of contact. The flexible building design leverages proven, prefabricated building blocks, including whitespace fit-outs like Vertiv™ SmartRun, housed within a Vertiv-provided steel shell. This design simplifies logistics, minimizes on-site labor and complexity, and supports consistent quality, cost, and schedule outcomes. Vertiv™ Unify provides integrated system visibility and centralized management. 'Vertiv OneCore is our answer to the need for reducing complexity and enabling speed in building data center capacity at scale,' said Viktor Petik, senior vice president of infrastructure solutions at Vertiv. 'We know the challenge isn't just designing for today's needs but building an adaptable foundation for the future. This solution reduces project complexity by standardizing key components while preserving the flexibility to scale and evolve, expand easily, and integrate new technologies as business and IT requirements evolve.' Vertiv OneCore is ideal for data centers with mixed loads or extreme rack densities. Its modular electrical and mechanical designs support parallel manufacturing to enable compressed timelines and reductions in costs. The approach is highly flexible and free from rigid size limitations, enabling customized configurations that maximize usable whitespace and improve airflow for environmental control. Key features include: • Scalable Power Capacity: Supports 5 to 50 MW in a single block to meet growing energy demands for AI and high-density deployments. • High Rack Density Flexibility: Configurable for 96 to 944 racks, supporting low to extreme densities and enabling tailored designs based on IT requirements. • Integrated Thermal and Power Systems: Delivers energy-efficient, space-saving cooling and power infrastructure with Vertiv's proven technologies, including a broad range of liquid cooling and advanced heat rejection systems and scalable power management and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems. • Concurrent Maintainability: Electrical and thermal systems are designed for availability and system resilience during maintenance or upgrades. • Optimized Site and Environmental Performance: Operates in temperatures from -20°C to 55°C (-4°F to 131°F), supporting robust performance in diverse global climates. • Advanced Redundancy: Includes redundant configuration options for both Primary and Secondary Fluid Networks, as well as options for distributed electrical redundancy. • Broad Voltage Compatibility: Compatible with 11–35 kV medium voltage and 400V–480V 3-phase AC power input, meeting diverse regional standards. • Comprehensive Post-Deployment Service and Support: Backed by Vertiv's global service organization, customers gain access to expert-led commissioning, proactive maintenance programs, and rapid response capabilities to support long-term performance, availability, and operational efficiency across the full data center lifecycle. Vertiv™ OneCore seamlessly integrates Vertiv's extensive portfolio of power, thermal, and management solutions, including Vertiv™ Trinergy™ UPS systems, switchgear, busways, Vertiv™ CoolChip CDU and perimeter cooling, Vertiv™ CoolLoop Trim Cooler, and the Vertiv™ Unify management system. The Vertiv™ OneCore solution can also support customer's sustainability strategies through increased efficiency, reduced power requirements, and a flexible design that can adapt to evolving technology standards.
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Lenovo Launches Modular DaaS for Sustainability to Manage Carbon, Reduce IT Costs, and Boost ROI
Lenovo today introduced TruScale Device as a Service (DaaS) for Sustainability, a modular solution that helps enterprises advance sustainability goals while modernizing IT. The solution gives organizations new tools to reduce their carbon footprint, extend device life, and accelerate the shift to a circular economy — all backed by over 15 years of Lenovo asset recovery experience and more than 1 million devices responsibly some deployments, TruScale DaaS has delivered up to 35% reductions in device-related IT costs2, without the burden of upfront capital or complex procurement cycles. Recent industry research shows that 62% of organizations invest in sustainability because of the associated cost savings3, highlighting the dual financial and environmental value of Lenovo TruScale DaaS for the latest addition to Lenovo's proven TruScale DaaS platform, already trusted to manage millions of devices worldwide, this sustainability-focused model unifies devices, services, and financing under one scalable, subscription-based solution. From day one, each device supports a more circular, cost-effective, and sustainable IT strategy and delivers measurable ROI in weeks, not months.'Enterprises are rethinking how they manage IT – not just for performance, but for purpose,' said John Stamer, Vice President and General Manager, Global Product Services at Lenovo. 'TruScale DaaS for Sustainability reflects our vision for the future of IT: circular by default, intelligent by design, and accountable by outcome. It's a smarter, more resilient way to deliver value across the enterprise.'Powering Sustainability Through Circular ITModular options at every stage of the device lifecycle help reduce emissions, recover value, and shrink e-waste, including:• Carbon Impact Portal – real-time device-level insights to support ESG reporting.• Certified Refurbished Devices – lower refresh costs and reduce carbon footprint.• CO₂ Offset Services – built-in lifecycle emissions compensation with verified climate action.• Asset Recovery Services – protected decommissioning and residual value recoveryAccording to McKinsey, up to 60% of end-user device emissions can be reduced through strategies such as sourcing fewer devices per user and extending device lifespans.4 Lenovo TruScale DaaS for Sustainability supports this kind of impact by offering modular options to extend device life, refurbish hardware, and offset emissions across the Benefits• Cost Impact:o 57% of DaaS adopters report a lower cost-per-seat. 5o Lenovo customers see a 20% TCO reduction. 2o IT maintenance savings range from 10 to 40%.6• Device energy efficiency:o 100% of Lenovo commercial laptops and desktops, and 98% of monitors, are ENERGY STAR® certified. 7Customer Outcomes: Real-World ResultsCoventry University Group replaced its aging IT estate with Lenovo TruScale DaaS and offset 223 tons of CO₂ using the Lenovo CO₂ Offset Services included as part of their TruScale DaaS solution. The shift saved 40 hours per week in IT labor and improved device delivery and service support across global faculty networks.'Lenovo TruScale gives us the scalability and flexibility we need to manage our technology estate efficiently and meet our carbon reduction goals,' said Ian Dunn, Provost, Coventry University Group. 'It's taken pressure off our internal teams, allowing us to focus more on delivering outstanding student experiences.'Read the full story | Case studyA Smarter Path to Sustainable ITLenovo TruScale DaaS for Sustainability delivers outcome-driven value across five key stages of the device lifecycle: Advise, Implement, Support, Manage, and Retire & Refresh. This structured approach ensures IT leaders can address both operational efficiency and environmental responsibility at every touchpoint. AI-driven tools like Lenovo Intelligent Sustainability Solutions Advisor (LISSA) and Care of One™ help guide sustainable refresh strategies and enhance employee experiences. 'Sustainable IT should drive value, not complexity,' said Rakshit Ghura, Vice President and General Manager, Digital Workplace Solutions at Lenovo. 'CIOs are increasingly tasked with delivering business performance and sustainability progress in parallel. Lenovo TruScale DaaS for Sustainability meets this demand with data-driven, circular IT that helps simplify decision-making and unlock ROI from day one.'
