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Cloud connectivity for enterprise environments

As enterprise IT environments become more distributed, cloud connectivity needs to do more than provide access. It needs to support performance, resilience, security and scale. We help enterprises connect directly across our #1 ranked Internet backbone, with high-capacity on-ramps to major cloud providers.

Whether you need cloud access over the public Internet or a more direct private connection, the right approach depends on your requirements for performance, resilience, security and control. Arelion supports both, with connectivity options aligned to different workload and business needs.

Key enterprise cloud connectivity challenges

Cloud adoption continues to accelerate, but connectivity can still limit performance, resilience and control. For many enterprises, the challenge is not whether to move to the cloud, but how to connect to it in a way that supports security, compliance and a consistent application experience. Common enterprise connectivity challenges include:

Meeting growing security and compliance requirements without adding unnecessary complexity.

 

Connecting hybrid and multi-cloud environments across data centers, cloud providers and on-premises infrastructure.

Maintaining predictable performance and control as cloud environments scale.

    Choosing the right cloud connectivity model

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    Cloud connectivity over the public Internet  Private or dedicated cloud connectivity 
    Fast to deploy  Direct connectivity to all major cloud providers 
    Flexible and scalable  Greater performance consistency 
    Well-suited to general cloud access  Lower latency for critical workloads 
    Works across existing internet access environments  More control over traffic flows 
    Supports a wide range of business applications  Strong support for security and compliance requirements 
    Suitable where dedicated private connectivity is not required  Well-suited to high-volume and business-critical data environments 
    Arelion products: IP Transit and Dedicated Internet Access (DIA).  Arelion products: Cloud ConnectEthernet and IP VPN 
    Need help choosing the right approach? Use our quick tool to find the right cloud connectivity solution.

    Direct access to leading cloud providers

    Arelion connects more than 700 cloud, security and content providers across its global network. For private cloud connectivity, Cloud Connect delivers high-performance, direct access through multiple on-ramps across North America, Europe and Asia.

    How enterprises use cloud connectivity

    Accelerate cloud-based innovation

    Arelion provides the predictable connectivity enterprise teams need to test, develop and scale cloud-based services, helping reduce performance risk as new environments and applications evolve. 

    Move from legacy infrastructure with greater control

    Our cloud connectivity solutions support secure and reliable migrations as organizations transition from legacy environments to cloud‑native infrastructures. This ensures continuity, performance, and control throughout every phase of the migration journey. 

    Simplify multi‑cloud connectivity
    Arelion enables enterprises to connect securely to multiple cloud providers through a simpler, more flexible connectivity model. This helps organizations scale efficiently, optimize costs and maintain control across complex multi-cloud environments. 
    Built‑in network security
    As a Tier 1 provider, Arelion operates an Internet backbone designed with security at its core. Multiple redundancy and resilience options across customer sites and cloud environments help protect critical data and applications. 

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      Why do enterprises choose Arelion?

      Global reach

      Support distributed operations with an 80,000+ km fiber network and 350+ PoPs worldwide. 

      Performance backed by strong SLAs

      Industry-leading SLAs for latency and uptime.

      Security built-in

      DDoS protection and advanced routing security.

      Flexible options

      Arelion offers a broad portfolio, including Cloud Connect, Ethernet, Dedicated Internet Access (DIA), SecureConnect, and tailored bandwidth solutions, giving enterprises the flexibility to choose the right connectivity model for each workload. 

      Award‑winning 24/7 customer suppor

      Our experienced support teams provide round‑the‑clock monitoring and assistance, backed by dedicated account management to ensure proactive service and rapid issue resolution.

        One point of contact – service delivery

        Our service delivery team coordinates network-related orders across products and technologies. We don’t hand you over mid-way – our team stays accountable from order to operation until the service is fully delivered and operating as expected. You’ll have a clear point of contact and concise communication throughout delivery, supported by measurable, transparent lead times – so we deliver right first time, every time.

        My Arelion – customer portal

        My Arelion puts the information you need at your fingertips – services, performance, deliveries, cases, incidents, and planned works in one place. Secure access, including two-factor authentication (2FA), helps protect your account while making it easier to stay in control.