{"id":118422,"date":"2020-09-22T15:00:08","date_gmt":"2020-09-22T15:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.microsoft.com\/?p=439096"},"modified":"2020-09-22T15:00:08","modified_gmt":"2020-09-22T15:00:08","slug":"att-and-microsoft-to-streamline-cloud-connectivity-for-iot-devices-worldwide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/2020\/09\/22\/att-and-microsoft-to-streamline-cloud-connectivity-for-iot-devices-worldwide\/","title":{"rendered":"AT&T and Microsoft to streamline cloud connectivity for IoT devices worldwide"},"content":{"rendered":"

A new solution built on AT&T\u2019s global cellular network and Microsoft Azure Sphere will enable secured and effortless deployment of the IoT worldwide<\/i><\/h3>\n
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AT&T and Microsoft are enabling businesses to connect devices and machines to their own secure cloud environments through an AT&T-powered guardian device with Azure Sphere.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

DALLAS and REDMOND, Wash., Sept. 22, 2020<\/strong> \u2014 AT&T and Microsoft are teaming up to enable enterprises to seamlessly connect machines and equipment to the cloud with highly secure network connectivity across the globe. As part of the effort, AT&T is working with Microsoft to deliver an integrated IoT solution with Azure Sphere. This AT&T powered guardian device with Azure Sphere will help businesses transform their operations quickly through massive IoT deployments at scale.<\/p>\n

The AT&T powered guardian device is the latest example of how the two companies are working together through a strategic alliance to improve how people live and work today and in the future.<\/p>\n

The new solution combines the secured architecture of Azure Sphere<\/a>, a comprehensive IoT security solution including hardware, OS and cloud services with Azure IoT services and the global and multi-layered security of AT&T\u2019s core network. The AT&T global SIM enables connectivity in more than 200 countries across 500 carriers. AT&T offers managed services to support day-to-day operations. The guardian device is easy to install and provides an end-to-end solution for connecting machines and equipment to the cloud, bypassing the need for public Internet.<\/p>\n

The solution provides fast and highly secure activation right out of the box. It enables enterprises to easily connect existing equipment to the cloud and to Azure IoT Central<\/a>. With this, a wide variety of industries can rapidly deploy IoT applications relying on the combined security benefits of the AT&T cellular network with Azure Sphere device security.<\/p>\n

Think of fast food restaurants, coffee shops, elevators, hospitals, manufacturing plants and the ability to retrofit existing equipment into \u201csmart\u201d devices that are digitally enabled through highly secure cellular connections. Customers can connect their devices and machines to their own cloud environment without the need to connect to a Wi-Fi through a third party network connection that may not meet their high security standards.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur work with AT&T is a prime example of how the convergence of secure cloud computing and network technology helps businesses unlock new customer value and continuously simplify every aspect of our personal and professional lives,\u201d said Corey Sanders, corporate vice president, Microsoft Solutions.<\/p>\n

\u201cAT&T and Microsoft share the belief that technology should serve people,\u201d added Mo Katibeh, executive vice president and chief product and platform officer, AT&T Business. \u201cWorking with Microsoft we can offer a truly global solution with strong security and data insights that can help a broad array of industries simplify operations, manage costs, and become more agile in any market.\u201d<\/p>\n

AT&T and Microsoft launched their extensive multi-year alliance<\/a> last year.<\/p>\n

One area of focus<\/a> is aimed at enabling new 5G, cloud and edge computing solutions to drive enterprise capabilities for companies around the world.<\/p>\n

Find more information about the AT&T powered guardian device here<\/a> and on the Microsoft Azure blog post from Galen Hunt<\/a>, Distinguished Engineer and Managing Director, Microsoft Azure Sphere.<\/p>\n

About Microsoft<\/strong><\/p>\n

Microsoft (Nasdaq \u201cMSFT\u201d @microsoft) enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.<\/p>\n

*About AT&T Communications<\/strong><\/p>\n

We help family, friends and neighbors connect in meaningful ways every day. From the first phone call 140+ years ago to mobile video streaming, we innovate to improve lives. We have the nation\u2019s fastest wireless network.** And according to America\u2019s biggest test, we have the nation\u2019s best wireless network.*** We\u2019re building FirstNet<\/a>\u00ae just for first responders and creating next-generation mobile 5G. With a range of TV and video products, we deliver entertainment people love to talk about. Our smart, highly secure solutions serve nearly 3 million global businesses \u2013 nearly all of the Fortune 1000. And worldwide, our spirit of service drives employees to give back to their communities.<\/p>\n

AT&T Communications is part of AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T<\/a>). Learn more at att.com\/CommunicationsNews<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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**Based on analysis by Ookla\u00ae of Speedtest Intelligence\u00ae data median download speeds for Q2 2020. Akola trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.<\/em><\/p>\n

***GWS Ones core, September 2019.<\/em><\/p>\n

For more information, contact:<\/h3>\n

For AT&T:<\/p>\n

Jessica Swain<\/p>\n

AT&T Corporate Communications<\/p>\n

jessica.swain@att.com<\/a><\/p>\n

+1 (415) 613-4267<\/a><\/p>\n

Microsoft Media Relations<\/p>\n

WE Communications for Microsoft<\/p>\n

Phone: (425) 638-7777<\/p>\n

Email: rrt@we-worldwide.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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