Optus signs cloud service deal

Optus has signed a deal with data centre owner NEXTDC to offer enterprise cloud services and data centre facilities from any of NEXTDC's locations. John Paitaridis, managing director of Optus Business, said the company was committed to expanding its national data centre footprint through strategic alliances and new investments.

By InvestSMART · 30 Apr 2013

By InvestSMART ·
30 Apr 2013

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Frequently Asked Questions about this Article…

What did the Optus and NEXTDC cloud services deal announce?

Optus has signed a deal with data centre owner NEXTDC to offer Optus enterprise cloud services and data centre facilities from any of NEXTDC's locations.

Which companies are involved in the Optus NEXTDC agreement?

The agreement is between Optus (specifically Optus Business) and NEXTDC, a company that owns and operates data centre locations.

What types of services will Optus provide through NEXTDC locations?

Through the deal Optus will offer enterprise cloud services and access to data centre facilities hosted at NEXTDC's locations.

Will Optus cloud services be available from all NEXTDC data centre locations?

Yes — the announcement states Optus will offer services and facilities from any of NEXTDC's locations, making Optus cloud options available across NEXTDC sites.

How does this deal relate to Optus Business’s strategy on data centres?

John Paitaridis, managing director of Optus Business, said the company is committed to expanding its national data centre footprint through strategic alliances like this deal and through new investments.

Does the article disclose financial or commercial terms of the Optus–NEXTDC deal?

No. The article reports the strategic partnership and service scope but does not provide any financial, pricing or commercial terms for the arrangement.

What might everyday investors watch for following the Optus and NEXTDC partnership announcement?

Investors may want to watch for further announcements about investment levels, rollout timelines, customer uptake and any financial disclosures, since the article highlights the strategic alliance but does not include detailed financial information.

Why is this Optus–NEXTDC partnership important for enterprise cloud customers?

The partnership lets enterprise customers access Optus cloud services and data centre facilities from NEXTDC’s network of locations, potentially increasing choice and geographic reach for businesses seeking cloud and colocation options.