In a world where businesses increasingly seek flexible and adaptable infrastructure strategies, multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures have become essential for optimizing performance, ensuring security, and reducing complexity.
DE-CIX, the global leader in interconnection services and our key partner at Adam Data Center, offers its Cloud ROUTER service as a solution that enables direct and secure connectivity between multiple public clouds as well as in hybrid configurations.
In this article, we explore Cloud ROUTER in detail, its functionality, and the key benefits for organizations looking to build a modern and scalable IT infrastructure.
Current context: Multi-cloud and Hybrid Cloud as business necessities
The exponential growth of cloud solutions has led many businesses to adopt a multi-cloud approach to avoid vendor lock-in and select the best service for each specific business need.
On the other hand, hybrid cloud allows businesses to combine public cloud resources with their on-premises infrastructure, providing greater control over critical data and applications. This approach is especially useful for regulated industries or those with high security requirements.
Seamless connectivity: The solution to the “Spaghetti Syndrome”
The unstructured expansion of services and networks in multi-cloud and hybrid environments results in issues such as high latency, additional points of failure, and fragmented security control—commonly referred to as “spaghetti syndrome” in connectivity. DE-CIX Cloud ROUTER helps mitigate these challenges by providing a centralized platform for connecting multiple cloud providers and on-premises environments, simplifying network management, and enhancing operational efficiency.
How does DE-CIX Cloud ROUTER work in Multi-Cloud and Hybrid environments?
DE-CIX Cloud ROUTER is a virtual router operating redundantly within DE-CIX data centers, allowing enterprises to connect their on-premises networks to multiple public clouds from a single, secure access point.
Redundant and flexible design
Cloud ROUTER is designed for high availability, supporting critical configurations in hybrid and multi-cloud environments. With a 99.99% SLA, this service guarantees reliable connections for essential applications and data. Its architecture is also flexible, enabling scalability based on specific customer requirements.
Cloud-to-Cloud and Cloud-to-On-Premises connectivity
With Cloud ROUTER, organizations can connect their cloud infrastructures to an on-premises network without the need to manage multiple direct connections. This simplifies hybrid configurations, streamlines cloud service management, and facilitates interoperability between cloud service providers.
Key benefits of DE-CIX Cloud ROUTER for Multi-Cloud and Hybrid architectures
Implementing Cloud ROUTER provides significant advantages for organizations utilizing multi-cloud and hybrid architectures:
Reduced latency and improved performance
Cloud ROUTER enables low-latency routing and data proximity to critical applications, which is vital for both hybrid and multi-cloud environments, especially for real-time performance-dependent applications such as AI services and data analytics.
Enhanced resilience and disaster recovery
For hybrid environments where business continuity is critical, Cloud ROUTER ensures secure connections between on-premises and cloud infrastructures, maintaining application and service operability in case of failures in any connected cloud. This hybrid approach enhances resilience by enabling rapid failover and recovery.
Greater flexibility and control over data migration
Cloud ROUTER allows enterprises to transfer data and applications between their on-premises environments and public clouds, facilitating seamless cloud mobility. This is particularly beneficial for organizations with application modernization strategies looking to leverage advanced capabilities from various cloud providers.
Cost reduction and infrastructure simplification
In a hybrid environment, Cloud ROUTER helps lower costs by enabling more efficient connections between on-premises infrastructure and the public cloud. Businesses can take advantage of free egress options for certain connections and avoid additional costs associated with data transfers across multiple networks, optimizing cost predictability.
Use cases for Cloud ROUTER in Hybrid and Multi-Cloud configurations
Application modernization and resource optimization
For enterprises seeking to modernize their applications and expand their infrastructure, Cloud ROUTER facilitates on-premises and multi-cloud connectivity, allowing simultaneous access to advanced services from different providers within a single integrated environment.
Disaster recovery strategies in hybrid environments
Organizations relying on mission-critical applications can use Cloud ROUTER as part of their disaster recovery strategies, ensuring high connectivity levels and maintaining application operability even in the event of cloud or local network failures.
Conclusion
DE-CIX Cloud ROUTER is a robust solution for businesses requiring flexibility and control in their multi-cloud and hybrid architectures. Its redundant design and ability to connect multiple clouds and on-premises environments from a single access point streamline cost optimization and operational efficiency.
With Cloud ROUTER, DE-CIX enables enterprises to build an agile, future-ready infrastructure capable of supporting both mission-critical applications and the growing challenges of digital transformation.
This article has been written by
Ferran Pons
Coordinador del Área Network Operations Center