Cloud connect services provide private, dedicated links from your network to public cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud.
Who cloud Connect is best for
This service is a strong fit for organizations with production workloads in the cloud that need consistent performance and lower data-transfer costs. Because offerings, footprints and contract terms differ widely between providers, a structured comparison usually produces a better result than a single quote.
What to evaluate before you buy
- Supported cloud regions and on-ramps
- Bandwidth flexibility
- Redundancy design
- Integration with your wide area network
How Connectivity Counsel helps
We begin with your requirements rather than a product. Our advisors document your sites and goals, identify which providers can deliver cloud Connect at your addresses, gather pricing, and present the options in a consistent format. We then support the contract, the installation and any escalation afterward. There is no charge to you for this work.
Providers we represent for cloud Connect
82 providers in our portfolio list capabilities in this area. They include:
- Arelion
- EXA Infrastructure
- Fidium
- Graphiant
- Megaport
- Uniti (formerly Windstream)
- Uniti Fiber
- 11:11 Systems
- 365 Data Centers
- Access One
- altafiber
- Aryaka
- Ascend Technologies
- Astound Business Solutions
- AT&T
- Blue Mantis
- Bluebird Fiber
- Cato Networks
- CBTS
- CCI Network Services
- COEO Solutions
- Cogent
- Cologix
- Colt
- Comcast Business
- CompassMSP
- CoreSite
- Cox
- Crown Castle (now Zayo)
- Csquare
- DartPoints
- Data Canopy
- DataBank
- Digital Realty
- Dobson Fiber
- DYOPATH
- EarthLink
- Effortless Office
- Element Critical
- Equinix
- FiberLight
- FirstComm
- FirstLight
- Flexential
- Focus Technology
- Frontier
- Fusion Connect
- Granite
Additional providers are available. See the full directory or ask an advisor.
Related connectivity services
- Dedicated Internet Access
- Business Broadband
- Fixed Wireless Internet
- Satellite Internet
- 5G and LTE Wireless Internet
- Internet Failover and Backup
- Ethernet Private Line
- MPLS
- Wavelength Services
- Dark Fiber
- SD-WAN
- Network Aggregation
Industries that rely on cloud Connect
- Higher Education
- Technology and Software
- Media and Entertainment
- Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Banking Technology and Fintech
Frequently asked questions
What is cloud Connect?
Cloud connect services provide private, dedicated links from your network to public cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud.
How much does cloud Connect cost?
Pricing depends on your locations, capacity or user counts, contract term and the provider. Connectivity Counsel gathers quotes from multiple providers for your exact requirements so you can compare real numbers instead of list prices.
How do I choose a provider for cloud Connect?
Compare providers on supported cloud regions and on-ramps, bandwidth flexibility and redundancy design. An independent advisor can run that comparison for you and explain the trade-offs.
How long does it take to implement cloud Connect?
Timelines range from a few days for cloud and wireless services to several months where network construction is required. We give you a realistic schedule for each option before you sign and track the installation afterward.
Does it cost anything to use Connectivity Counsel for cloud Connect?
No. Connectivity Counsel does not charge clients for advisory, quoting or ordering support. Providers compensate us when you choose their service, and you pay the provider directly under the provider's own contract and pricing.
Is Connectivity Counsel tied to a single provider?
No. Connectivity Counsel is an independent advisor with a portfolio of more than 230 providers. Recommendations are based on your addresses, requirements, budget and timeline, and we show you competing options side by side.