It's the dog days of summer and we are all trying to make sense of what happened with Google and Wiz and the fallout from the Microsoft and CrowdStrike debacle, so this week's SDxCentral Directory list is short and profiles cloud native, edge, and security companies, along with more industry analyst and trade organizations.

What does it take to be added to the SDxCentral Directory? Before getting to the companies, I've been asked what does it take to be added to the SDxCentral Directory. In short, we are adding technology companies, industry associations, open source projects, standard bodies, and credible industry analyst firms that create or support IT infrastructure to support applications deployed in the cloud, at data centers, or on the edge, and networks used to securely interconnect these locations together or users who need to access them. If you are a service provider, hosting provider, or global system integrator, don't worry, you'll have your turn to be added later this year.

Why the SDxCentral Directory? Our audience of leaders, experts and operators (LEOs) have told us they are increasingly using our directory to help them make technology and vendor selection decisions that lead to premium outcomes. Premium outcomes are any outcome that enable LEOs to innovate ahead of their competition to drive business value. This is why we produce it, why LEOs use it, and why if you fit the description above, you want to be included.

Innovative cloud-native, edge, and security companies Check the list below, and thank you to the folks at Mindshare PR for nominating a few companies.

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Not sure what you need? Check out the complete list of organizations or open-source projects in the directory where you can filter by technologies.

Company Primary Market Sectors Company Details

AI-RAN Alliance Networking AI Ran Alliance: Leading provider of cutting-edge radio access networks (RAN) technology, connecting people and devices in a vast web of intelligence.

Amalgam Insights Artificial Intelligence (AI) Amalgam Insights is a research and advisory firm that focuses on helping technology leaders and executives make informed decisions related to technology strategy, finance, and innovation. The company provides in-depth analysis, best practices, and recommendations to help organizations achieve their business goals by leveraging technology effectively. Additionally, Amalgam Insights offers specialized consulting services and reports to support clients in navigating complex technology landscapes and markets.

Barbara Edge Deploy and orchestrate edge artificial intelligence (AI) at scale. Empowering industrial companies to deploy, run, and monitor edge applications and AI models on-site, while managing the infrastructure more simply than the cloud.

Edge Signal Edge Edge Signal provides solutions to manage the complexities of evolving edge infrastructure.

GSAcom Networking GSAcom provides trusted reports and analysis for leading mobile suppliers, advises on market conditions, and promotes the 3GPP technology roadmap.

ISG Cloud and Data Center Information Services Group (ISG) is a global technology research and advisory firm that specializes in digital transformation and sourcing advisory services. They provide market intelligence, strategy consulting, and thought leadership to help organizations make informed decisions about their IT and digital strategies.

Loft Labs Automation and Open Source Loft Labs offers a multi-tenant Kubernetes platform with virtual clusters, empowering organizations to scale self-service access to Kubernetes from 10 to 10,000 engineers.

Senza Fili Networking Senza Fili is a consulting and research firm that specializes in wireless technologies. They provide expert analysis, strategic advice, and market research to companies and organizations in the telecommunications industry. Senza Fili's areas of expertise include 5G, Wi-Fi, small cells, spectrum management, and many other wireless technologies. Their services help clients navigate the complexities of the wireless industry and make informed decisions to drive business success.

StepSecurity Automation and Security StepSecurity enhances GitHub Actions security with maintained actions and robust runner runtime security, securing each step of continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines for software supply chain security.

ZK Research Networking and Security ZK Research is a company that provides IT research, analysis, and advisory services. The company offers insights and guidance to help businesses navigate the rapidly changing technology landscape and make informed decisions about their IT strategies. Zeus Kerravala's expertise covers a wide range of topics, including network infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies such as AI and IoT. The company's research and analysis are widely respected in the industry, and its advisory services are sought after by businesses looking to stay ahead of the curve in the fast-paced world of technology.

About the SDxCentral Directory The SDxCentral Directory includes more than 1,800 companies (and growing) in the infrastructure sector. The directory is a free resource for IT decision-makers to research and stay current on their current and prospective vendors so they can make informed decisions.

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