As power outages cripple South Africa's economy, CMC Networks, a global Tier 1 service provider, unveils its innovative business continuity solution. This groundbreaking offering empowers businesses, both locally and globally, to maintain seamless operations and optimize services even in the face of prolonged power blackouts.
With the country's aging coal power plants causing frequent load shedding, the economic impact is estimated at $51 million per day according to the central bank. CMC Networks' solution combines satellite technology, software-defined wide-area networking (SD-WAN), and custom connectivity options to ensure uninterrupted functionality during extended power cuts.
By partnering with businesses, CMC Networks designs tailored strategies for business continuity that eliminate reliance on local internet connections. Their solution provides enhanced visibility and control, enabling businesses to thrive in the most challenging conditions. Moreover, this solution is not limited to South Africa, offering a global-scale response to diverse energy crises.
As CMC Networks spearheads the drive towards uninterrupted business operations, companies can now navigate energy challenges with confidence and resilience.
As the world races towards digital transformation, CMC Networks emerges as a leading global Tier 1 service provider, fueling innovation in even the most formidable markets. With its headquarters in South Africa and over three decades of expertise, CMC Networks combines unparalleled network reach across six continents with cutting-edge solutions in AI, cloud, cybersecurity, EDGE, SDN, and virtualization. Their comprehensive range of services delivers world-class solutions to address local enterprise challenges.
Serving as a vital data communications provider to Carriers, Governments, Multinationals, and non-profit organizations, CMC Networks operates in over 110 service locations, offering a cost-effective, scalable, and resilient network infrastructure.
Distinguished for its extensive pan-African network, CMC Networks spans across 51 out of 54 African countries and 12 Middle Eastern nations. Additionally, the company boasts regional hubs strategically positioned in key interconnect locations across Europe, the UK, the Americas, and the Asia Pacific. CMC Networks' remarkable growth is supported by The Carlyle Group, a renowned global investment firm managing $222 billion in assets across 365 investment vehicles.
With CMC Networks as a driving force, enterprises can embrace digital transformation with confidence, knowing that their connectivity needs are in the hands of a trusted and innovative partner.
