Transforming Training and Testing with Rackspace Lab Services
Rackspace Technology® (NASDAQ: RXT), a pioneer in hybrid, multicloud, and AI technology solutions, has introduced Rackspace Lab Services (RLS). This innovative cloud-based software as a service (SaaS) solution is set to transform how organizations train, test, and demonstrate applications. By integrating the Broadcom VMware Lab Platform (VLP) with Rackspace’s Software Defined Data Center (SDDC) Flex, RLS delivers an on-demand, consumption-based service that accurately simulates complex real-world environments.
A New Standard for Cloud-Based Training
Unveiling at VMware Explore 2024 in Las Vegas, RLS provides a flexible, cost-effective solution for demonstrating and training on a broad range of applications. This service supports any application that can be installed on an operating system and provides system-level access to the environment. With a complete turn-key solution that requires no installation and minimal setup, RLS is designed to enhance skills, drive innovation, and facilitate business growth.
“RLS simplifies the complexities of setting up and maintaining dedicated lab environments, thus accelerating project timelines,” said Bryan Litchford, Vice President of Private Cloud at Rackspace Technology. “By streamlining the process, RLS helps organizations achieve faster time-to-market for new products and solutions. In today’s remote work and distributed team environments, RLS offers a robust solution for global distance learning and hands-on training. It allows teams to develop their skills in a realistic setting, regardless of their location.”
Key Features of Rackspace Lab Services
RLS boasts several key features that make it a valuable tool for various training and testing needs:
- Flexible Distance Learning: Provides high-impact training accessible from anywhere in the world at any time.
- Experiential Learning: Supports the creation of complex lab environments, enabling users to replicate production settings for thorough training.
- Speed and Scale: Allows rapid scaling of resources up or down, with users only paying for the resources they use. Additionally, users can host content in their own data centers using RLS to manage the labs.
- Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) Integration: Offers API-based integration with leading learning management systems (LMS), enhancing the training experience.
Benefits of RLS
The benefits of RLS extend beyond just training and testing:
- Fully Maintained Virtual Labs: Eliminates the need to build and maintain a dedicated lab environment, saving time and effort.
- Dedicated RLS Environment: Resolves the challenge of finding suitable spaces for training, testing, and demonstrations.
- POC and Demonstration Environments: Accelerates development projects and reduces time to market for new products.
- Configured Environments: Offers customizable configurations to meet specific training, testing, or demonstration needs.
- Rapid Problem Resolution: Provides 24x7x365 expert support to address issues promptly.
- Revenue Growth: Enables on-demand sales demonstrations and proof-of-concept environments to foster client trust and drive sales.
The introduction of RLS marks a significant milestone in empowering organizations with cutting-edge training solutions, added Litchford. “By providing real-world scenarios for global workforce training and development, RLS accelerates deal closures.” This on-demand, pay-for-use solution is setting a new standard for workforce empowerment, sales facilitation, and application testing.
As a VMware Cloud Service Provider Pinnacle Partner, Rackspace Technology will showcase RLS at VMware Explore 2024 in Las Vegas from August 26 to 29, 2024. The event will take place in the Hands-on Labs room at the Venetian Expo & Convention Center, Level 2, Hall B. Attendees are also encouraged to visit Rackspace at Booth 1524 for more information.
