NETWORK INTEGRATION TECHNOLOGIES LTD

Juniper vMX Series Universal Routing Platform

The vMX runs the Junos operating system and compiles the programmable Trio chipset microcode for x86 chipsets—just like a physical edge router. It is available as licensed software for x86-based servers on AWS and AWS GovCloud (U.S.), as well as Microsoft Azure.

Features

• Virtualized MX (vMX) disaggregation
• Control-plane scale
• Full-featured, scalable routing support
• Integrated with Tier-1 cloud provider infrastructure

Benefits

• NFV Optimization
• Rapid Service Enablement
• Investment Protection
• Automation and Programmability

£142 to £147,000 a licence a year

• Free trial available

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Skills Framework for the Information Age rate card

  PDF

• Service definition document

  PDF

• Terms and conditions

  PDF

Request an accessible format

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need versions of these documents in a more accessible format, email the supplier at tim@itogether.co.uk. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.

Framework

G-Cloud 14

Service ID

236199485453502

Contact

Tim Ripper
01133410123
tim@itogether.co.uk

Service scope

• Software add-on or extension: No
• Cloud deployment model:
  • Public cloud
  • Private cloud
  • Hybrid cloud
• Service constraints: No
• System requirements: See pricing document for more info

User support

• Email or online ticketing support: Yes, at extra cost
• Support response times: Priority Level - Maximum Response Time Target ; P1 – Major Impact - 1 Hour ; P2 – Moderate Impact - 4 Hours ; P3 – Low Impact - 6 Hours
• User can manage status and priority of support tickets: No
• Phone support: Yes
• Phone support availability: 9 to 5 (UK time), Monday to Friday
• Web chat support: No
• Onsite support: Yes, at extra cost
• Support levels: 24x7 support and consultancy; Service management and configuration changes; ; Both a dedicated Account Manager and access to the support team are included in the above costs. ; ; Support includes: ; - Rule based changes ; - Configuration changes ; - User creation and deletion ; - Software updates and management *critical patching and minor OS configuration changes / updates. ; - Guaranteed SLAs ; - Quarterly Service Review ; ; All prices are ex VAT
• Support available to third parties: Yes

Onboarding and offboarding

• Getting started: We can provide onsite or remote installation and education.
• Service documentation: Yes
• Documentation formats:
  • HTML
  • PDF
• End-of-contract data extraction: Nothing is kept in this service. Any data held by Akamai is destroyed once the contract ends.
• End-of-contract process: At the end of the contract the licensing will cease, and the client will have no access to the license. The client will need to have found an alternative license to cover them moving forward from this point. There are no additional costs incurred upon termination of the contract.

Using the service

• Web browser interface: Yes
• Supported browsers:
  • Internet Explorer 11
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Firefox
  • Chrome
  • Safari
  • Opera
• Application to install: No
• Designed for use on mobile devices: Yes
• Differences between the mobile and desktop service: None
• Service interface: No
• User support accessibility: None or don’t know
• API: Yes
• What users can and can't do using the API: Juniper has an open API
• API documentation: Yes
• API documentation formats:
  • PDF
  • Other
• API sandbox or test environment: Yes
• Customisation available: No

Scaling

• Independence of resources: Cloud service hosted by Juniper. Each service account is provisioned as a separate tenancy with no interaction between tenancies.

Analytics

• Service usage metrics: Yes
• Metrics types: # of Tickets opened ; Reason for ticket opening ; Ticket SLA times ; SLA's met ; SLA's exceeded ; Reason behind
• Reporting types:
  • Regular reports
  • Reports on request

Resellers

• Supplier type: Reseller providing extra features and support
• Organisation whose services are being resold: Juniper

Staff security

• Staff security clearance: Staff screening not performed
• Government security clearance: Up to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)

Asset protection

• Knowledge of data storage and processing locations: Yes
• Data storage and processing locations: European Economic Area (EEA)
• User control over data storage and processing locations: No
• Datacentre security standards: Managed by a third party
• Penetration testing frequency: At least every 6 months
• Penetration testing approach: In-house
• Protecting data at rest: Encryption of all physical media
• Data sanitisation process: Yes
• Data sanitisation type: Deleted data can’t be directly accessed
• Equipment disposal approach: In-house destruction process

Data importing and exporting

• Data export approach: Not required
• Data export formats: CSV
• Data import formats: CSV

Data-in-transit protection

• Data protection between buyer and supplier networks:
  • Private network or public sector network
  • IPsec or TLS VPN gateway
• Data protection within supplier network: IPsec or TLS VPN gateway

Availability and resilience

• Guaranteed availability: Call Management ; Less than 5% of total calls are abandoned ; 100% of calls logged in the request tracking system ; Calls answered in a polite and helpful manner ; Clients updated on progress of call ; ; Incident Management ; (P1 & P2) Agreed service level response time targets are met ; Incidents managed in accordance with your managed service contract ; Agreed escalation procedures are followed; ; Service Requests ; (P3) Agreed service level response time targets are met ; Or, timeframe agreed with the customer ; Service Requests managed in accordance with your managed service contract; Agreed escalation procedures are followed
• Approach to resilience: Information Available on request
• Outage reporting: Email and text alerts

Identity and authentication

• User authentication needed: Yes
• User authentication:
  • 2-factor authentication
  • Username or password
• Access restrictions in management interfaces and support channels: Only certain individuals are able to access support services when required.
• Access restriction testing frequency: At least once a year
• Management access authentication:
  • 2-factor authentication
  • Public key authentication (including by TLS client certificate)
  • Identity federation with existing provider (for example Google Apps)
  • Username or password

Audit information for users

• Access to user activity audit information: Users contact the support team to get audit information
• How long user audit data is stored for: User-defined
• Access to supplier activity audit information: Users contact the support team to get audit information
• How long supplier audit data is stored for: User-defined
• How long system logs are stored for: At least 12 months

Standards and certifications

• ISO/IEC 27001 certification: No
• ISO 28000:2007 certification: No
• CSA STAR certification: No
• PCI certification: No
• Cyber essentials: Yes
• Cyber essentials plus: No
• Other security certifications: No

Security governance

• Named board-level person responsible for service security: Yes
• Security governance certified: No
• Security governance approach: We are Cyber Essentials Certified and closely follow and ISO standards
• Information security policies and processes: ITogether have our own Information Security Policy which can be provided upon request. This includes the reporting structure for any incidents.

Operational security

• Configuration and change management standard: Supplier-defined controls
• Configuration and change management approach: ITogether have a change management process document which we follow strictly to ensure that everyone is happy with the change before it is completed. The document allows us to track the changes through the lifetime of that specific change, and ensure that people are satisfied with any potential security impact.
• Vulnerability management type: Supplier-defined controls
• Vulnerability management approach: ITogether use a Vulnerability Management system to scan (daily) our systems to ensure that any vulnerabilities are dealt with on a daily basis. The system we use holds the most comprehensive list of vulnerabilities across the globe.
• Protective monitoring type: Supplier-defined controls
• Protective monitoring approach: ITogether use a Vulnerability management system which informs us of any identified vulnerabilities across our systems each day. We react to this on a daily basis and if any vulnerabilities are identified they are resolved as quickly as possible.
• Incident management type: Supplier-defined controls
• Incident management approach: If we discover and vulnerability it is resolved as quickly as possible. If an incident is reported to us, we would treat this as a P1, and aim to have the issue resolved within 4 hours. Users are able to report incidents to ITogether through the normal support process. A report is then generated as part of the service (if taken) detailing the incident and fix.

Secure development

• Approach to secure software development best practice: Supplier-defined process

Public sector networks

• Connection to public sector networks: No

Social Value

• Social Value:

  Social Value

  • Fighting climate change
  • Covid-19 recovery
  • Tackling economic inequality
  • Equal opportunity
  • Wellbeing

  Fighting climate change

  At ITogether, we're committed to reducing our environmental impact and supporting our clients in their sustainability goals. Our G-Cloud services leverage energy-efficient cloud infrastructures to minimise carbon footprints. By optimising server utilisation and promoting remote work capabilities, we significantly reduce the need for physical hardware and office space, leading to lower energy consumption. Our cloud solutions also enable clients to monitor and manage their energy usage more effectively, helping them make informed decisions that contribute to a greener planet. Embracing cloud computing is a step forward in the fight against climate change, aligning with our mission for a sustainable future.

  Covid-19 recovery

  Our G-Cloud services play a crucial role in the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic by enabling seamless remote work and maintaining business continuity. We provide secure, scalable cloud solutions that support remote collaboration, ensuring organisations can operate efficiently regardless of location. This adaptability is vital for businesses navigating the challenges posed by COVID-19, allowing them to sustain operations, safeguard jobs, and continue serving their communities. By facilitating a digital-first approach, we help organisations emerge stronger, more flexible, and ready for the future.

  Tackling economic inequality

  ITogether’s G-Cloud services contribute to tackling economic inequality by providing access to cutting-edge technology for all sectors, regardless of their size or financial capabilities. Our cloud solutions democratise technology, offering small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) the tools to compete on a level playing field with larger corporations. This access stimulates innovation, drives business growth, and supports job creation, directly addressing economic disparities. By offering scalable and affordable IT solutions, we empower organisations to focus on growth and development, fostering a more equitable economic landscape.

  Equal opportunity

  At ITogether, we believe technology should be accessible to everyone. Our G-Cloud services are designed to ensure equal opportunity, providing tools that support accessibility and inclusivity. By implementing solutions that cater to diverse needs, we help public sector organisations serve their communities more effectively, breaking down barriers to digital engagement. Our commitment extends to offering training and support, ensuring all users can fully leverage the benefits of cloud technology. This approach not only enhances service delivery but also promotes a culture of inclusivity and equal opportunity in the digital age.

  Wellbeing

  Our G-Cloud offerings are designed with wellbeing at their core. By facilitating remote work and flexible schedules through cloud-based solutions, we support a healthier work-life balance, reducing stress and increasing job satisfaction. Our services also enable organisations to provide their teams with the tools they need to collaborate effectively and securely from any location, fostering a positive work environment. Moreover, our commitment to reliable and efficient IT infrastructure means that employees can focus on their core tasks without the added pressure of technical issues, contributing to overall wellbeing in the workplace.

Pricing

• Price: £142 to £147,000 a licence a year
• Discount for educational organisations: No
• Free trial available: Yes
• Description of free trial: Pre purchase free trial offered

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Skills Framework for the Information Age rate card

  PDF

• Service definition document

  PDF

• Terms and conditions

  PDF

Request an accessible format

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need versions of these documents in a more accessible format, email the supplier at tim@itogether.co.uk. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.