Tata and Google to provide cloud computing

Tata Communications in partnership with Google will provide web-based business connectivity services to companies in India, where a fast-expanding economy throws up new opportunities. The companies would work together to provide business tools such as email, instant messaging, calendar functionality, video and office presentations over the Internet using the Google Apps software suit, Tata Communications said in a statement.
While Microsoft MSFT and IBM dominate the market for enterprise email, Google is trying to convince businesses to switch to its so-called cloud-based services, in which software is accessed over the Internet.

The web-based services would help companies cut costs without needing to buy additional software or hardware, Tata Communications.