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Dynatrace announces expanded Google Cloud partnership
Wed, 10th Apr 2024

Dynatrace, known for unified observability and security, has announced an expanded go-to-market partnership with Google Cloud. This alliance aims to enable more global customers to adopt the Dynatrace platform on Google Cloud. The essence of this partnership is to leverage AI-powered analytics and automation of cloud-native environments to achieve digital transformation objectives. Joint sales enablement and marketing initiatives, which will include solution workshops, marketing drives, and events, are part of the collaborative steps planned.

Jay Snyder, SVP, Global Partner and Alliances at Dynatrace, highlighted the need for cloud observability and security for business success in the current digital world, stating that they "help organisations speed up software development and innovation, improve user experiences, and boost customer satisfaction." He further explained, "The Dynatrace platform offers the industry’s leading AI-powered observability and security for modern cloud environments. Through this expanded partnership, we will drive increased speed to value and outcomes for the top organisations in the world on their digital transformation and modernisation journeys."

This new announcement extends Dynatrace's pre-existing partnership with Google Cloud. It includes provisions for customers to purchase the Dynatrace platform through the Google Cloud Marketplace using their allocated Google Cloud budgets. This feature enables the streamlining of procurement and the optimisation of resources. In addition, the Dynatrace platform supports an extensive array of Google Cloud services, offering customers a unified experience for observability and security across their Google Cloud services and applications.

Ritika Suri, Director of Technology Partnerships at Google Cloud, expressed her elation about extending their partnership with Dynatrace. She stated, "Combining Google Cloud’s trusted infrastructure with Dynatrace’s AI-powered observability can enhance how organizations develop, deploy, monitor, and secure software applications."

Brian Hoard, Director of Infrastructure and Application Modernisation at SADA, an Insight Company, voiced his endorsement of the partnership. He stated, "The combined strengths of Dynatrace and Google Cloud offer a compelling value proposition for businesses seeking to optimise their digital performance and drive innovation.” He added, “SADA is uniquely positioned to help businesses leverage this powerful combination, as our dedicated team of experts can help customers unlock the full potential of the Dynatrace platform while optimizing their spending on Google Cloud services, ensuring they receive the most value from their investment."