Airtel
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Airtel Business is India's leading B2B telecom and digital solutions provider, trusted by over 1 million businesses. It offers a comprehensive suite of enterprise solutions including managed networking, cloud services, cybersecurity, IoT, global connectivity across 50+ countries and 5 continents, CPaaS, colocation, and industry-specific digital transformation solutions. The company serves industries ranging from banking and manufacturing to automotive and retail.
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Ideal Customer
- Airtel Business targets the full enterprise spectrum — from SMBs to large multinational corporations and government entities — though its most sophisticated solutions (Private 5G, Managed SD-WAN, iSOC, Zero Trust, MPLS, Global Connectivity) are best suited for mid-to-large enterprises with multi-location or multi-country footprints.
- The company serves over 1,200 global enterprises, 2,000 large domestic businesses, and 500,000+ medium/small businesses across India.
Key Differentiators
- Airtel Business positions itself as India's #1 B2B brand, ranked number one in connectivity, cellular IoT, and CPaaS in India, and claims to be the first ICT provider in India to connect over 20 million IoT devices and the first to deploy a private 5G network for enterprises.
- It differentiates through its end-to-end integrated stack — combining owned network infrastructure (400,000+ RKM fiber, 33 international cables), India's largest data center network (Nxtra), and a full cybersecurity portfolio (iSOC, Zero Trust, WAAP, DDoS) — all delivered under a single SLA, single support desk, and integrated billing.
Industries Served
- Airtel Business serves a broad range of industries including Banking & Financial Services (BFSI), automotive, energy and utilities, logistics and distribution, manufacturing, IT/ITeS, healthcare, government/public sector, e-commerce, and media.
- Its IoT platform has been specifically deployed for automobile (MG Motors, Revolt Motors), energy (Adani Energy Solutions for 20 million smart meters), and logistics verticals.
Service Coverage
- Airtel Business (the B2B arm of Bharti Airtel) operates primarily across India and internationally.
- Domestically, it serves over 1 million businesses across India, with Nxtra data centers spanning 14 core hyperscale facilities and 120+ edge locations across 65+ Indian cities.
Partnerships
- Airtel Business maintains a broad ecosystem of named technology partnerships.
- In cybersecurity, it is a distinguished MSSP partner of Zscaler (co-launching India's first fully managed Zero Trust Architecture solution), and has formal partnerships with Fortinet (Unified SASE Partner of the Year 2024), Cisco (Service Provider Partner of the Year for APJC 2024, SD-Branch powered by Cisco Meraki), Palo Alto Networks, Netskope, Forcepoint, Netscout, Radware, and Elastic.
Company Size & Ownership
- Bharti Airtel Limited (Airtel's parent) was founded on July 7, 1995 by Sunil Bharti Mittal and is headquartered in New Delhi/Gurugram, India.
- As of 2026, the company employs approximately 91,000 people globally (per PitchBook) with a trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $24.3 billion USD.
Compliance & Certifications
- Airtel Secure iSOC holds certifications including ISO 27001, SOC1, SOC2, ITIL, and CMM 3.0 BCMP, and is CERT-In empanelled by the Indian government.
- The iSOC platform generates automated compliance reports covering HIPAA, GDPR, PCI-DSS, NIST, and FINRA requirements.
Compiled from public sources by VenSearch · Last researched October 13, 2026
Offerings
24 offeringsAirtel IQ Assured Delivery
An omni-channel messaging platform that ensures enterprise communications are always delivered securely. It supports secure and omni-channel messaging for customer service communications. A case study notes it helped a major private bank reach near 100% of customers for service communication.
Airtel Public Cloud
A telco-grade public cloud platform built in India, described as AI-enabled and secure. It offers cloud advisory, secure migration, workload management, and 24/7 managed support with 300+ experts following ITIL processes. It provides 99.99% uptime backed by SLAs and can reduce total cost of ownership by up to 40% with bundled flat pricing.
Business Collaboration
Cloud-based communications solutions designed for enhanced collaboration and reduced operational costs for enterprises. It is listed as a distinct product use case within Airtel's enterprise portfolio. Specific collaboration tools and platforms are not detailed further on these pages.
Colocation (Nxtra)
World-class colocation services offered through Nxtra, Airtel's data center arm, providing enterprises with secure, scalable, and carrier-neutral infrastructure across India's largest network of data centers. Enterprises can build future-ready infrastructure leveraging Nxtra facilities in combination with Airtel's cloud and connectivity solutions. It supports an integrated infrastructure strategy for enterprise-scale deployments.
DDoS Security
A dedicated DDoS protection solution that detects and mitigates distributed denial-of-service attacks in real time to ensure business continuity. It is part of the broader Airtel Secure product suite and is complemented by the iSOC platform for 24/7 threat monitoring with AI/ML-driven threat intelligence. It provides automated threat containment to keep enterprise infrastructure resilient.
Global Connectivity Solutions
Enterprise connectivity service spanning 50+ countries and 5 continents via diverse subsea and terrestrial routes. It provides fast and safe data transfer routes for enterprises needing international network coverage. Targeted at telecom carriers and enterprises requiring cross-border connectivity.
Hosted Contact Center
A cloud-based contact center solution designed to bring agility and insights into enterprise contact center operations while reducing capital expenditure. It enables businesses to manage customer interactions without heavy upfront infrastructure investment. It is listed as a distinct Airtel Business product for enterprise transformation.
International Private Line
A dedicated private and secure connectivity solution for sharing data across the globe. It provides enterprises with reliable international private network connections. It is listed as a distinct Airtel Business product for enterprise infrastructure.
Internet Leased Line (ILL)
A dedicated, high-speed, symmetrical internet connectivity service with guaranteed bandwidth and uptime for enterprises. It provides reliable, uninterrupted internet access and is available with robust SLAs and 24/7 managed services. It is part of Airtel's broader Build Agile Networks and enterprise connectivity solutions portfolio.
IoT Solutions (IoThuB)
An IoT platform and connectivity solution enabling enterprises to connect and manage devices, fleets, and equipment across various industries including automotive, manufacturing, and logistics. The IoThuB platform includes an API gateway that allows CRM applications to connect to Airtel and manage SIM cards, data, and billing information. It has been deployed for customers such as MG Motors and Revolt Motors for connected vehicle applications.
iSOC (Airtel Secure iSOC)
A managed Security Operations Center service that monitors enterprise environments 24/7 for cyber risks, processing 8,000+ security events daily across 90,000+ monitored endpoints and 12,000+ integrated devices. Available in fully managed, co-managed, or hybrid models with a pay-per-use pricing structure. The service is certified in ITIL, ISO27001, SOC1, SOC2, and CMM 3.0 BCMP, and is CERT-In empanelled.
Managed SD-WAN
A fully managed Software-Defined WAN solution that enables enterprises to set up smart, flexible, and secure networks across locations in half the time compared to traditional WAN deployments. It supports multiple underlay options including MPLS, 4G, broadband, and satellite, with features including intelligent path control, centralized management, robust security, and direct cloud access. Clients have reported up to 40% reduction in IT expenses.
MPLS Connectivity
Multi-Protocol Label Switching connectivity providing secure, reliable, and high-performance private network connections across multiple enterprise locations. It is offered as part of Airtel's enterprise networking portfolio and can be integrated with SD-WAN as an underlay option. Airtel Business can consolidate multi-location MPLS networks under a single provider with end-to-end capability and business-grade SLAs.
NLD (National Long Distance)
A national long-distance network connectivity solution that establishes seamless long-distance networks for uninterrupted enterprise connectivity across India. It is listed as a distinct connectivity product within Airtel's enterprise networking portfolio. It complements other connectivity products such as SD-WAN and VPN.
Private 5G
A private 5G network solution designed to automate, innovate, and scale enterprise facilities. It delivers 10X faster speed and maximum wireless coverage for automating facilities. The solution is targeted at manufacturing, logistics, and other industries requiring high-performance wireless connectivity.
SD Branch
A unified branch network solution designed for simplified management of enterprise branch locations. It consolidates branch networking under a single management framework. It is listed as a distinct connectivity product alongside SD-WAN and VPN offerings.
SD-WAN Lite
A lighter-weight SD-WAN connectivity solution providing always-on connectivity across all business locations for heightened collaboration. It is listed as a distinct connectivity product separate from the full Managed SD-WAN offering. It is designed to keep all business locations connected with consistent availability.
Secure Internet
An enterprise internet security solution that forms part of Airtel's Airtel Secure product suite alongside DDoS Security and WAAP. It is designed to protect distributed workforces and enterprise networks from threats. It works in conjunction with iSOC monitoring for comprehensive protection.
Secure Workforce (Zero Trust)
Described as India's first fully managed and unified Zero Trust workforce security solution. It secures all users, data, and devices anytime and anywhere. The solution is part of Airtel's cybersecurity portfolio.
Smart Utilities
A smart metering solution designed to eliminate energy thefts and manage energy grids across regions. It enables remote access and delivery of reliable utilities through connected solutions. Targeted at energy and utilities sector enterprises.
Spam Protection
A security solution that protects enterprise customers from fraud by detecting, preventing, and blocking spam. It is listed as a distinct product offering within Airtel's enterprise solutions portfolio. It is aimed at enterprises that need to safeguard their customers from fraudulent communications.
VPN
A virtual private network solution that creates a secure and reliable private network over geographically distributed enterprise locations. It is listed as a distinct connectivity product within Airtel's enterprise networking portfolio alongside SD-WAN and NLD. It is designed to provide encrypted, private communications between enterprise sites.
WAAP (Web Application and API Protection)
A web application and API protection solution included in the Airtel Secure cybersecurity portfolio. It adds a layer of protection for enterprise applications accessed by distributed and remote workforces. It is powered by partnerships with leading global security vendors including Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Netskope, and Forcepoint.
Xtelify
An AI-powered software platform designed to transform telcos across the world. It is positioned as a product for telecommunications companies looking to modernize their operations. Specific platform features are described as AI-powered but further detail is not provided on these pages.
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