Embracing the Future: New Zealand's First Public Cloud Data Centre and AvePoint’s Partnership
Last year, Microsoft announced AvePoint as the first global independent software vendor (ISV) for the New Zealand datacenter region. With the datacenter on the cusp of becoming generally available, this marks a significant milestone for the country, especially in an era where data is critical for effective decision making and powering AI. It's said that “Microsoft’s hyperscale datacenter region will super-charge New Zealand’s digital transformation”. Microsoft’s investment is set to revolutionise the way New Zealand organisations and government agencies manage, protect and secure their data. Read Microsoft’s Press Release here, announcing AvePoint as the first global ISV for the New Zealand data centre region.
AvePoint is proud to be the first global ISV to commit to Microsoft’s New Zealand datacenter region, New Zealand North. As one of the first to leverage this cutting-edge facility, AvePoint is leading the charge in transforming data security, management and governance capabilities for our New Zealand customers, supporting jurisdictions that are at the heart of New Zealand culture.
The new data centre in New Zealand is more than just a facility; it represents a commitment to innovation, excellence and historical and cultural beliefs in data management.
This data centre is designed to meet the highest standards of security and compliance, ensuring data is protected against threats and breaches. With certifications such as ISO and SOC, the data centre is equipped to handle the most sensitive information, making it a trusted partner for all organisations and agencies.
Benefits for New Zealand Customers and Partners
For our New Zealand customers and partners, the benefits of AvePoint’s commitment and availability in New Zealand North are diverse. Firstly, it ensures customer data remains in-country, complying with local data sovereignty laws and regulations — both current and future. This is particularly crucial for highly regulated sectors such as government, healthcare, and finance, where both data privacy and security are paramount.
Our investment also supports the ability for New Zealand government agencies to maintain data onshore in New Zealand to protect the cultural significance, taking into consideration Māori Data Sovereignty, Ngā Tikanga Paihere Framework, the Te Tiriti o Waitangi, amongst others.
The proximity of New Zealand North to our customers’ offices and sites means reduced latency and faster access to data, enhancing the overall user experience. Organisations can expect improved performance for their cloud applications and services, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
Additionally, our customers’ and channel partners’ investment in AvePoint ensures they have access to the latest in data management technology, including advanced backup and recovery solutions, data migration services, and comprehensive data protection measures.
With many high profile, local New Zealand organisations already committing to moving to New Zealand North, this will only support the business case for many more organisations and government agencies to migrate their applications and data into the data centre.
The Power of Partnership: AvePoint's Role
AvePoint already delivers data security, data management and data governance services for hundreds of New Zealand customers today. Our partnership with Microsoft in New Zealand North brings data onshore, offering our New Zealand customers data residency for the first time.
With a strong presence supporting more than 21,000 customers across the glove with key customers across Australia and New Zealand, AvePoint has been instrumental in helping organisations and government agencies maximise their productivity and minimise risks associated with data security, management and governance.
Being among the first to utilise the new data centre, we are leading the way for our New Zealand customers and partners with early adoption of New Zealand North.
We’re providing options for our customers and partners not available with other vendors. We are not only demonstrating our commitment to leveraging the latest technology but also doubling down on our investment into New Zealand.
Moving Forward
The establishment of the New Zealand North data centre marks a significant step forward in data security, data management and data governance for the country.
As the first global ISV to invest in New Zealand North, AvePoint is proud to lead the way in offering our customers enhanced data security, efficiency, and accessibility in the AI era.
This investment reaffirms our commitment to innovation and data excellence in New Zealand, ensuring we continue to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers. AvePoint is well-equipped to handle the challenges of today and tomorrow, providing a robust and reliable data management solution for New Zealand organisations.
Janine Morris is an experienced information management professional who helps organizations reduce information chaos and improve employee experience while meeting regulatory and compliance requirements. She holds a Master's degree in Information Management and her professional approach and passion have earned her solid recognition in the industry, including being recognized as a Membership Fellow (FRIM) and serving as a former board director and branch president of RIMPA Global.
