Oracle Elevates Colombia’s Cloud Landscape with First Public Cloud Region
Oracle has announced a significant milestone in Colombia’s technological advancement by opening the first Oracle Cloud Region in collaboration with Claro, marking a groundbreaking move as the primary cloud provider to establish a public cloud region in the country. Claro, a key partner, hosts the Oracle Cloud Bogotá Region, positioning itself as the inaugural telecommunications operator to deliver Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) services across Colombia.
Germán Borromei, Managing Director of Oracle Colombia and Ecuador, highlighted the strategic importance of this venture, stating that the new cloud region reflects Oracle’s dedication to accelerating cloud solution adoption, democratizing access to innovative technology, supporting organizational modernization, and fostering growth in Colombia’s competitive business environment.
Expanding Oracle’s Global Footprint with Distributed Cloud Strategy
Part of Oracle’s distributed cloud strategy, the Oracle Cloud Bogotá Region is the 47th public cloud region globally, offering the full spectrum of Oracle Cloud capabilities, including over 100 OCI services and cloud applications. Notable offerings encompass Oracle Autonomous Database, MySQL HeatWave Database Service, Oracle Container Engine for Kubernetes, Oracle Cloud VMware Solution, and AI infrastructure.
Carlos Zenteno, President of Claro Colombia, emphasized the significance of this partnership in propelling Colombia’s digital transformation. The Oracle Cloud Region, situated in Claro’s ICREA 5-certified data center in Bogotá, extends innovative cloud services with low latency and high availability not only to Colombia but also to neighboring countries like Peru, Ecuador, and Panama.
Government and Industry Acknowledgment
Saúl Kattan, Senior Presidential Advisor for Digital Transformation in Colombia, commended the impact of public cloud infrastructure on the economy, envisioning its potential for generating social benefits and new opportunities. Minister Mauricio Lizcano from the Ministry of Information and Communications Technologies expressed enthusiasm for the positive influence the first public cloud region would have on businesses and the economy, fostering a range of growth opportunities.
Supporting Sustainable Operations and Customer Success
Aligning with its commitment to sustainability, Oracle aims to power the Oracle Cloud Bogotá Region with 100 percent renewable energy by 2025, joining several other Oracle Cloud Regions operating sustainably. Furthermore, Oracle emphasizes sustainable practices, with 99.7 percent of retired hardware recycled in the fiscal year 2023.
Customer Success Story: Banco Falabella
Banco Falabella, a prominent banking institution serving over six million customers across Latin America, shares its success in leveraging Oracle Cloud Regions. With a digital strategy implemented using the Oracle Cloud Santiago Region and plans to utilize the Oracle Cloud Bogotá Region, Banco Falabella has achieved modernization, stability, resilience, scalability, and competitive advantages in a rapidly evolving market.
Oracle’s Distributed Cloud Empowers Greater Control and Flexibility
Oracle’s distributed cloud provides customers with operational control, data residency assurance, and proximity advantages. With a network of 66 cloud regions across 26 countries, Oracle ensures low latency, even for operations spanning multiple clouds. The versatility of Oracle’s cloud services spans multicloud, hybrid cloud, public cloud, and dedicated cloud options, providing comprehensive solutions for IT migration, modernization, and innovation.
In conclusion, Oracle’s strategic move in collaboration with Claro to establish the Oracle Cloud Bogotá Region not only signifies a monumental step in Colombia’s technological evolution but also underscores Oracle’s commitment to driving innovation, fostering digital transformation, and supporting organizations in their growth journey across Latin America.