Tue Sep 17 06:51:00 UTC 2024: ## Barclays Extends Private Cloud Contract with HPE, Doubling Workloads in Three Years

**London, UK -** Barclays has extended its private cloud contract with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), further solidifying its commitment to a hybrid cloud strategy. The bank initially partnered with HPE in 2021 to build a global private cloud platform, hosting over 100,000 workloads across its key hubs. This new phase of the partnership will see Barclays utilize HPE’s GreenLake Cloud as a core pillar of its hybrid cloud strategy, with a focus on migrating and deploying an additional 50,000 workloads in the next three years.

“With a private cloud through HPE GreenLake Cloud, we saw significant acceleration of our hybrid multicloud journey, driving key elements and innovations of our digital experience,” said Stephen Flaherty, chief technology officer and head of group technology infrastructure services at Barclays. “The increased agility and operational performance enable our technology colleagues to deliver consistently excellent outcomes for our clients and customers.”

This move allows Barclays to transition and decommission legacy systems, freeing up datacenter space and significantly reducing power consumption. By leveraging HPE’s automated and open cloud platform, Barclays aims to enhance workload density and improve the developer experience through seamless integration and user-friendly interfaces.

“In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, a data-first approach that spans hybrid cloud is crucial to accelerate enterprises’ digital transformation and unlock long-term growth opportunities through AI,” said Matt Harris, senior vice-president and managing director for the UK, Ireland, Middle East and Africa at HPE.

The partnership will also explore opportunities for innovation within the private cloud environment, such as leveraging data and exploring emerging technologies. HPE and Barclays are committed to optimizing efficiency and delivering a personalized banking experience for customers through this expanded collaboration.

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