Why Unified Observability Is the Future of Infrastructure Management
Today’s organizations juggle a mix of physical equipment and digital services, spanning on-premises, cloud, SaaS, and remote locations. But as IT and OT environments grow more intertwined, so do the challenges of managing them. Siloed teams, fragmented data, and reactive monitoring are holding businesses back from true operational efficiency. What if you could gain a single, unified view of all your technology assets—no matter where they reside? Imagine proactively preventing outages, streamlining operations, and boosting cost efficiency with insights from across your IT and OT environments. In one of our latest blogs, we explore: • Why the convergence of IT and OT is reshaping infrastructure management • The business benefits of a unified observability approach across OT and IT • How leading organizations are breaking down silos for better decision making 👉 Read the full blog now!How does Video Calling work?
With events and time with family and friends this past week, it has reminded me what is behind and powers the technology of video calls. These moments, so full of connection, are powered by something unseen. Behind every laugh and every heartfelt word is a network of technologies working together in harmony. Data centers process the exchanges, cloud services ensure no moment is lost, and IT infrastructure bridges the physical distance, making it all feel effortless. I created a video on this with a link to the blog, check it out to see: -Ed
Is a Digital Services Agreement (DSA) required to order/use Fabric Cloud Router (FCR)?
Hey Community! We often get questions about Fabric Cloud Router and we’re here to help clarify for others who might have the same question in the future. If you’ve got additional questions about FCR, ask them in Community! What is a Digital Services Agreement (DSA)? The Digital Services Agreement is a document that is presented to users when setting up a Billing Account to order digital services like Fabric Cloud Router. If this is your first time ordering digital services with Equinix and you do not have an existing Billing Account (or sometimes called a Cloud Billing Account), you’ll be directed to digitally sign the DSA. If you're creating additional Billing Accounts, you will be asked whether you want to use an existing Digital Services Agreement or sign a new Digital Services Agreement. If you need guidance on either DSA option, please review this documentation. [Example only for reference and may not reflect latest version of DSA] I’m a new customer; do I need to sign a Fabric DSA? Yes, if you are a new customer and using Fabric for the first time, you’ll log into the Fabric Portal to order an FCR and be prompted to follow the click-through DSA. This is meant to allow and support our new customers who are looking to quickly onboard and use Fabric. What about if I'm an existing Equinix customer using Fabric for the first time, do I need to sign a DSA? Great question! If an existing Equinix customer clicks through Fabric for the first time they would also be prompted with the click-through DSA, however, if this customer already has an existing MCA/GTC Agreement with Equinix, these can be associated (by the Sales / Legal Ops) to a Billing Account for Fabric, and once that's correctly completed, the Billing Account should how as Active for the customer in the Portal and they will not be prompted to sign the click-through DSA. I already have a MCA/GTC agreement, but I’m getting prompted about a DSA. If an MCA/GTC agreement has been associated with the billing account for Fabric and the customer is still being prompted with the click-through DSA: The association of the MCA/GTC to the billing account may not be setup correctly and we recommend to contact support. The user logged into the Portal may not be associated with the correct Fabric Account/Project that has access to the active billing account.What tools and vendors are folks using for multicloud networking scenarios?
Hey folks, I'm curious to hear how folks are managing multicloud networking setups. With so many tools and vendors in the space I'm eager to hear what everyone is using to connect between different cloud environments. What vendors or solutions are you using to manage multicloud networking? (e.g., Equinix, Megaport, Aviatrix, Cisco, etc.) Are you using Layer 3 or 4 networking for your interconnections? Which cloud providers or service providers are you connecting to? What’s your primary use case for these connections? (access to specific cloud services, redundancy, cost optimization, etc.) Feel free to share any challenges you've faced too!Have YOUR say in the redesign of the Fabric Navigation in Equinix Portal
We have an exclusive opportunity where we are redesigning the Fabric experience within the Equinix Portal to make the navigation menu easier and more intuitive. Your feedback will have a direct impact to this redesign, ensuring a seamless, intuitive user experience within Fabric portal. Interested in taking part in this 5-minute survey activity? Fill out survey below or click here to submit your feedback! Once you complete the activity, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up today for the Equinix Customer Insights Panel. Influence new ideas, processes, product releases, capabilities, and more through engaging research activities like this one! Join, shape, influence, and innovate today!
