Hitachi Vantara unveils new generation of EverFlex IaaS portfolio

Hitachi Vantara has announced its new generation of the Hitachi EverFlex infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) portfolio, aiming to enhance IT operations for enterprises. This latest iteration of Hitachi EverFlex is designed to simplify and optimise IT capacity and operations by managing diverse and distributed infrastructure through advanced heterogeneous automation and flexible service options. The move is intended to align with the evolving needs of enterprises seeking scalable, adaptable, and economical IT infrastructure for business outcomes.

The firm highlights the growing trend among enterprises towards hybrid cloud environments as they seek diverse IT solutions. This shift is accompanied by a preference for consumption-based models offering greater agility, reduced total cost of ownership (TCO), and simplified operations management. According to Fortune Business Insights, the global IaaS market is projected to grow from USD $156.93 billion in 2024 to USD $738.11 billion by 2032, driven largely by the demand for scalable, cost-effective IT solutions and the increased adoption of cloud-based services.

Hitachi EverFlex is tailored to meet these demands with adaptable IaaS solutions that utilise artificial intelligence (AI) to boost efficiency and facilitate rapid decision-making. This portfolio assists organisations in tackling key IT challenges by implementing a consumption-based model that ties costs to actual business usage, effectively reducing initial capital expenditures and aligning IT expenses with business needs. Leveraging hyperautomation and AI-driven insights, companies can promptly diagnose and resolve IT issues before they escalate, thus streamlining processes and enhancing overall productivity. The advanced services also bolster security and address skills gaps, enabling organisations to concentrate on strategic initiatives while benefiting from Hitachi Vantara's expertise and dependable support.

"Hitachi EverFlex provides organisations with the ability to scale resources and achieve the efficiency that modern businesses need," stated Jeb Horton, senior vice president of global services at Hitachi Vantara. "What sets the portfolio apart is its ability to seamlessly integrate with existing IT environments regardless of vendor, providing a smoother transition to hybrid cloud operating models and ensuring that organisations can innovate without being held back by outdated infrastructure."

The key capabilities of Hitachi EverFlex include EverFlex Control, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) portal that offers services management, extensive integration, advanced observability, process automation, real-time insights, and intelligent alerting. This enables administrators and operations users to dynamically scale their IT resources and manage their infrastructure efficiently, whether adopting a self-service model or a fully managed solution. Additionally, the EverFlex Service Catalog provides modular options such as storage-as-a-service (STaaS), data protection-as-a-service (DPaaS), compute-as-a-service (CaaS), converged infrastructure-as-a-service (CIaaS), and financial operations (FinOps). These modular options cater to specific business needs, helping organisations control costs, streamline operations, and handle the complexities of modern IT environments.

The EverFlex Services Solutions offer additional professional services, blueprints, orchestration workflows, project resources, and management with Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Consulting Services, supporting common use cases including virtual machine (VM) to container conversions, container and VM management, SAP, Oracle, AI workload enablement, private cloud, and data management requirements.

"Hitachi EverFlex has been a game-changer for us. Its flexible, consumption-based model aligns perfectly with our approach — providing clients with adaptability and cost efficiency," commented Steen Jensen, CEO of Netic. "Just as we tailor our services to each customer's needs, Hitachi EverFlex allows us to scale resources and manage IT operations with remarkable agility. The advanced automation and AI-driven insights complement our commitment to high-performance, reliable services, enhancing our ability to support clients and adapt to their evolving requirements."

Hitachi Vantara's partner ecosystem, which includes strategic collaborations with industry leaders such as Cisco, extends the capabilities of Hitachi EverFlex. For instance, the joint Hitachi EverFlex with Cisco Powered Hybrid Cloud offering combines integrated networking, computing, and storage solutions with adaptable consumption models.

"The Hitachi EverFlex portfolio offers a practical solution for infrastructure consumption services, helping businesses manage hybrid cloud environments amidst evolving technology demands," stated Scott Sinclair, practice director for cloud, infrastructure, and DevOps at Enterprise Strategy Group. "As organisations navigate the complexities of hybrid cloud environments and face IT staffing challenges, Hitachi EverFlex's flexible model and extensive services provide key advantages. Its comprehensive approach enhances agility and supports digital transformation, making it essential for adapting to rapidly changing market demands."