Proximus and Microsoft join forces

to develop the technologies of the future and accelerate the digital transformation of Belgian and Luxembourgish businesses.

Press Release
21/09/2020
Cloud
Proximus and Microsoft have strengthened their strategic partnership to provide businesses with the applications of tomorrow. Proximus is becoming one of the first operators in Europe to directly integrate Microsoft Azure Edge IT capabilities into the core of its network. Through this agreement, Proximus and Microsoft will offer Cloud, Security and Workplace solutions in the Belgian and Luxembourg markets.

In Luxembourg, Proximus NXT, the Proximus Luxembourg brand dedicated to businesses, will deliver the benefits of this partnership.

To enable Luxembourg businesses to take advantage of technological opportunities in areas such as Cloud, Security and Collaborative Applications, Microsoft Luxembourg and Proximus NXT have also strengthened their partnership.

Combining the expertise of an ICT and telecommunications player firmly established in Luxembourg with that of a global cloud leader will enable the development of high-performance and innovative solutions based on next-generation technologies.

Building on its experience, Proximus NXT enables Luxembourg businesses to benefit from the technological advances of Microsoft Azure cloud and its secure collaborative applications to drive their transformation.

“Many industries are on the verge of major transformations,” comments Christian Haux, Chief Enterprise Market Officer, Proximus Luxembourg. “There are many avenues to explore: 5G, cloud, remote working… By leveraging the strengths of Microsoft’s cloud platform and its many services, we are delighted to be able to support Luxembourg organisations in this new era alongside Microsoft.”

“Through this alliance with Proximus NXT, we will bring advanced capabilities to the Luxembourg market through our Microsoft Azure cloud and Microsoft 365 platforms, in order to accelerate digital transformation and innovation among businesses in Luxembourg,” says Candi Carrera, Country Manager of Microsoft Luxembourg.

About Proximus NXT

Proximus NXT Luxembourg supports all organizations in their digital transformation, by providing holistic ICT & Telecommunication solutions, as well as tailored managed services. With our partners and customers, we co-create opportunities and enable growth in a secure and sustainable manner. As a result of our unique expertise in next-gen IT services, mobile and advanced connectivity, we help our customers achieve their ambitions and realize their vision. Together with them and our partners we implement sovereign and trusted solutions that make people work smarter. www.proximusnxt.lu