(24/11/23) Qatar Airways has chosen SITA to transform its
global network infrastructure with secure access service edge
(SASE) solutions designed to boost connectivity, operational
efficiency and security.
Qatar Airways is among the first airlines globally
to adopt SITA Connect Go, a new Secure SD-WAN (Software-Defined
Wide Area Network) solution
designed specifically for the air transport industry.
Developed in partnership with Versa Networks,
SITA
Connect Go connects infrastructure
outstations and airports to Qatar Airways’ hybrid cloud
infrastructure and to the airline’s partner systems.
Qatar Airways Airbus A380. Picture by Steven Howard of TravelNewsAsia.com
“Data and connectivity remain the backbone of our
industry, and ensuring fast, secure and reliable connections is
crucial to optimizing airline operations and improving the
passenger experience,” saidHani El Asaad, President, Middle East &
Africa, SITA. “This partnership marks a significant
milestone in the evolution of air travel technology, exemplifying
our dedication to transforming travel and transport through
cutting-edge solutions.”
By leveraging SITA’s network solution, Qatar
Airways expects to achieve significant strategic benefits,
including:
– Cost optimization resulting from faster
connectivity and streamlined operations;
– Higher capacity bandwidth with multiple
connection types managed centrally with holistic network
performance visibility; and
– SD-WAN gateways providing compatibility,
ensuring a smooth transition to the new network architecture and
the flexibility to innovate with new digital products and services
that improve the passenger experience.
“Qatar Airways is always looking for innovative technology
solutions that will enable the group to optimize day-to-day
network operations with increased speed, reliability, security,
and flexibility – thereby enabling best-in-class connectivity
across key operations,” said A.T. Srinivasan, Qatar Airways Group
CIO. “We are committed to continually improving
operations and the passenger experience, and to procuring systems
that will serve as a solid foundation for future innovation.”
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