New services like Accelerator Services for Copilot+ PCs and Azure AI implementation support enable organizations to develop custom AI solutions and effectively integrate them into existing workflows and systems.
Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) recently introduced AI innovations that enable Dell and Microsoft customers to simplify AI adoption, accelerate deployment, and handle demanding workloads in multicloud environments. Advances in data protection, cyber resiliency and security help our joint customers strengthen their cybersecurity posture.
“Organizations modernizing their IT strategies to support new workloads such as AI need solutions that help them innovate faster, control costs, and protect data across multicloud environments. ” said Arthur Lewis, President of Dell Technologies’ Infrastructure Solutions Group. “Advances in our storage software, data protection, and services enable customers in Microsoft environments to quickly and securely accelerate their transformation efforts.”
Dell APEX File Storage for Microsoft Azure will soon offer a Dell-managed option for organizations looking for a simplified deployment and management experience. Customers can easily meet the needs of AI workloads in multicloud environments with enterprise-class performance, scalability, and data services from Dell PowerScale, enterprise file storage from the #1 NAS company. . This service provides:
Deliver burst capacity for performance-critical AI workloads with an architecture designed for superior performance density and scale. Reduce management complexity with seamless data mobility and operational consistency across on-premises and cloud environments. Native integration with Microsoft AI tools accelerates time to data-driven insights.
Dell is introducing new services designed to help organizations simplify AI adoption and create custom AI solutions.
Accelerator Services for Copilot+ PC shows you how Copilot+ PC can increase your productivity and efficiency with expert guidance on new features, implementation plans, best practices, and more. Microsoft Copilot Studio and Azure AI Studio services help you develop and implement Copilot agents and AI solutions tailored to your specific business needs. Microsoft Azure AI Service implementation services help customers support new business opportunities through on-premises AI application development using Azure AI Services on Dell Solutions for Azure Local.
Dell APEX Protection Services for Microsoft Azure provides Dell-managed, AI-powered cloud data protection and cyber resiliency across edge locations, remote offices, and data centers. The service uses advanced data reduction features to ensure robust data protection while improving operational efficiency and resource utilization. Organizations can:
Boost your cyber resiliency with zero trust security including immutability, encryption, multi-factor authentication, and role-based access control. Protect against ransomware and cyber threats with efficient recovery options for traditional and modern workloads. Accelerate cyber recovery and reduce recovery time by up to 80% with AI-powered CyberSense threat intelligence.
Dell introduces new security services for Microsoft environments.
Microsoft’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) advisory services help customers align their cybersecurity posture with CMMC guidelines through specific recommendations for Microsoft solutions. Managed detection and response from Microsoft lets you focus on your core business while Dell experts monitor, detect, investigate, and respond to threats across your IT environment 24×7.
“Our customers are looking for ways to modernize their IT infrastructure and deploy hybrid cloud services safely and reliably,” said Aung Oo, vice president of Azure Storage at Microsoft. “Dell Technologies is enabling customers to bring their existing knowledge, trusted platforms, and enterprise data to Azure to accelerate the adoption of critical technologies such as Azure AI services.”
availability
Dell APEX File Storage for Microsoft Azure, managed by Dell, will be available in public preview beginning in early 2025. Accelerator services for Copilot+ PC are available now. Microsoft Copilot Studio services are available now. Microsoft Azure AI Studio services are available now. Microsoft Azure AI Services implementation services are available now. Dell APEX Protection Services for Microsoft Azure will be available starting in early 2025. Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) advisory services for Microsoft are available now. Managed detection and response using Microsoft services is available now.
What this means for ERP Insiders
Microsoft customers can benefit from improvements to AI development with Copilot and Azure AI Studios. Dell will assist you in setting up and configuring your Copilot Studio and Azure AI Studio environments. Customers can rapidly prototype and launch Copilot agents without requiring extensive in-house AI expertise. Pre-built workflows and templates from Dell further accelerate time to market. Our services are focused on building Copilot agents that fit your organization’s unique processes, such as finance, customer service, and supply chain management. Dell helps customers integrate the data analytics capabilities of Azure AI Studio with their existing systems to provide real-time insights. Customers can seamlessly integrate Copilot agents and AI models into their current Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, or other Azure-based platforms. Dell also leverages APIs and connectors provided by Microsoft to enable AI agents to effectively communicate with existing applications.
Microsoft customers can develop and run AI applications locally while leveraging Azure AI services. Dell’s Microsoft Azure AI Service Implementation Services enable organizations to meet data sovereignty and compliance requirements in industries such as healthcare, finance, and government. These services provide low-latency performance for AI applications that require real-time data processing, such as manufacturing control systems and retail point-of-sale analytics. Dell implementation services provide preconfigured infrastructure and expertise to reduce the time required to set up and optimize Azure AI services on your local systems. Customers also have access to on-premises Azure AI models, tools, and libraries, eliminating the need for significant in-house expertise. Customers can use Dell solutions to run Azure Local services while retaining the option to expand to the full Azure cloud as needed, process non-sensitive data in the cloud, and Can support a hybrid model where loads remain on-premises. These Dell services reduce operational costs associated with moving large datasets to the cloud. Processing data locally eliminates the need for expensive bandwidth and reduces cloud storage costs. Organizations can pay for Azure services on a pay-as-you-go basis while enjoying the cost-effectiveness of on-premises Dell hardware. We help customers customize Azure AI tools for unique use cases such as predictive maintenance, fraud detection, and personalized customer experiences. Localized deployments also give you the flexibility to integrate AI with other on-premises systems such as ERP, CRM, and IoT platforms.
Dell APEX File Storage for Microsoft Azure streamlines enterprise file storage. Dell Managed Services, introduced in 2025, will reduce the complexity of setting up and maintaining file storage systems. Dell handles the provisioning, configuration, and ongoing management of the file storage solution, while end users can focus on accessing and utilizing their storage resources without requiring deep infrastructure setup and maintenance expertise. . The service also includes easy integration with Azure cloud services, enabling integrated workflows. Users will be able to leverage Azure-native tools, analytics, and applications while accessing Dell-managed file storage. Data stored in Dell APEX integrates directly with services such as Azure AI, Azure Analytics, and Azure DevOps to streamline operations. Additionally, end users will be able to scale up or down as needed without having to worry about provisioning additional hardware or reconfiguring the system. This flexibility is ideal for businesses with fluctuating storage demands, such as seasonal data spikes or growing datasets. Finally, the service supports hybrid and multicloud strategies by combining Dell’s on-premises file storage expertise with Azure cloud integration to provide a consistent experience across environments. Users can now seamlessly move data between on-premises Dell systems and Azure cloud resources, increasing operational agility.
