NTT DATA and Microsoft Cloud Join Forces to Accelerate AI-Driven Enterprise Transformation
NTT DATA has launched a dedicated business unit focused on Microsoft Cloud to meet growing demand for secure, AI-powered enterprise transformation. This global unit combines NTT DATA’s expertise in Microsoft Cloud, security, and AI solutions to help organizations modernize operations and scale Agentic AI. Additionally, it addresses complex compliance and sovereignty challenges.
“Our global expanded collaboration with Microsoft reflects a shared commitment to helping clients tackle today’s complex business challenges with speed, scale and trust,” said Charlie Li, Head of Cloud and Security Services, NTT DATA, Inc. He added that the unit brings together both organizations’ strengths to solve modern problems using cloud and AI, improving work, connectivity, and digital experiences.
According to Murray Campbell, Vice President Cloud and Security for NTT DATA in the Middle East and Africa, “Across the Middle East and Africa, organizations are increasingly looking to AI and cloud technologies to improve efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and stay competitive. With Microsoft Cloud and Agentic AI, we’re helping clients take practical steps toward modernization NTT DATA, Microsoft Cloud, AI Transformation, Agentic AI, Cloud Modernization, Digital Transformation, Azure, Middle East, Africa, Cloud Security, AI Solutions, Enterprise Cloud, Sovereign Cloud, Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365whether that’s through better collaboration, more secure infrastructure, or intelligent automation.”
Global Scale and Specialized Expertise
NTT DATA’s Microsoft Cloud business unit operates across more than 50 countries, supported by over 24,000 Microsoft-certified specialists. It aligns closely with Microsoft’s technology roadmap and engineering teams to accelerate cloud-native development, cybersecurity, observability, and AI adoption.
The unit integrates sales, pre-sales, and delivery teams to design, secure, migrate, and implement Microsoft Cloud solutions that create measurable business value. Key focus areas for clients in the Middle East and Africa include:
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Agentic AI at scale, leveraging Microsoft 365 Copilot and Azure AI Foundry for intelligent orchestration and real-time voice communication.
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Modern cloud solutions, helping organizations build and update applications on Microsoft Azure to boost agility.
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Developer acceleration, empowering Azure developers with a library of 500+ industry accelerators.
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Enhanced digital experiences through Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 Contact Center integration.
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Sovereign cloud adoption, with NTT DATA among select Microsoft partners specializing in Sovereign Cloud under the Microsoft AI Cloud partner program.
Driving AI Innovation and Service Delivery
NTT DATA’s Agentic AI Services, launched recently on Azure and Azure AI Foundry, have generated nearly 100 client opportunities in just 90 days, including Newell Brands. This surge reflects growing demand for AI automation, intelligent workflows, and scalable solutions that bring AI into production environments.
Furthermore, NTT DATA supports multi-agent AI models using Azure AI Agent Service, enabling clients to build and manage complex workflows across platforms.
Stephen Boyle, Global Leader, SI & Advisory at Microsoft, stated, “NTT DATA has played a pivotal role in driving global adoption of Microsoft Azure innovations. This global business unit and our expanded collaboration enables enterprises to integrate AI seamlessly, modernize operations and achieve digital transformation with confidence.”
With 27 Advanced Specializations across Azure, security, data, and AI, NTT DATA is positioned to lead cloud-native transformation in the AI era. Their capabilities include big data migration, AI and ML workload scaling, and building cost-effective, resilient infrastructures.
