Microsoft has announced plans to establish its first data centre region in New Zealand, a major milestone toward delivering enterprise-grade cloud services in the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The New Zealand data centre region will be the latest addition to Microsoft\u2019s global data centre footprint, which totals more than any other cloud provider at 60 regions announced, with Microsoft Azure available in over 140 countries around the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With the development of this new data centre region, Microsoft aims to fuel new growth that will accelerate Digital Transformation opportunities across New Zealand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The company will also continue its investments in new solutions that support both New Zealand and Microsoft\u2019s sustainability goals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition, Microsoft will add support for educational skilling programs to increase future employability opportunities for the people of New Zealand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis significant investment in New Zealand\u2019s digital infrastructure is a testament to the remarkable spirit of New Zealand\u2019s innovation and reflects how we\u2019re pushing the boundaries of what is possible as a nation,\u201d said Vanessa Sorenson, General Manager, Microsoft New Zealand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe Fletcher School\u2019s Digital Evolution Index characterises New Zealand as a \u2018standout nation\u2019 demonstrating to the world what the future might look like. I\u2019m confident this investment will help accelerate our digital evolution.\u201d <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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