HCL Infosystems announced the launch of cloud computing based services branded ‘HCL O’Zone’ with an aim to offer end-to-end cloud based computing solution services to its customers.

The move is in lines with HCL’s plan to increase presence in Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS) platforms.

HCL says that the new cloud based services will offer customers benefits such as reduced capital expenses, increased data security, increased flexibility through server consolidation, reduced power & cooling, green computing and disaster recovery. The solution will also provide 24X7 technical support to manage scalability and deliver optimum performance, adds HCL.

George Paul, Executive Vice-President, HCL Infosystems, said, “We believe that India possesses a powerful IT ecosystem which will support the development and increase the demand of cloud based IT services in the years to come. We are glad that today we have been able to create a delivery framework which will support both IaaS and SaaS model. Our solutions will benefit the users with reduced fixed costs and predictable operational expenses for business, and increased adaptability in the dynamic market environment.”

“We intend to provide a standardized cloud based structural framework to our clients similar to a utility service model which is both fast and scalable and provides a secure working environment while completely de-risking against ICT skill related needs”, he added.