Software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) is increasingly being implemented as a solution to cloud complexity and application performance challenges. Its ability to prioritize and segment traffic with better visibility and access to vendor autonomy makes it an attractive way to an infrastructure upgrade. With so many solutions on the market, […]
Creating Customizable, Agile Network Security
For decades, the possibilities for network security were hemmed in by the dueling priorities of customizability and agility. At odds with one another by nature, each carries ties to the ability to protect the network from cyber attacks. In the past, enterprises have been forced to choose between agility and […]
Which Approach Ensures Secure Cloud Access?
Enterprises are increasingly including cloud solutions as a part of their objectives to remain competitive and offer customers an engaging and convenient experience. Cloud solutions offer agility, scalability, and an affordable way to utilize the latest technology without a big capital investment. What remains a challenge is setting up secure […]
Five Steps for Migrating to VoIP With Ease
If your business has been relying on your old time-division multiplexing (TDM) phone system but you’ve been considering an upgrade, it’s time to consider migrating to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) in your transition. Not only does doing so reduce costs from traditional telephony, it also offers flexibility to grow […]
Software-Defined Networking Solutions Help Meet Current Enterprise Needs
There are several global trends that are pushing enterprises to move more of their operations to digital solutions, from cybersecurity to the need to make sense of reams of data, along with the added influence of technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Businesses need […]
The End-to-End Evolution of SD-WAN
As cloud technology becomes more widespread and the mobile workforce and its accompanying devices continues to grow, many enterprises are looking at their future network needs. Most see the benefits of software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN), and as SD-WAN is used in more situations, providers are learning more about its […]
Critical Elements of a Disaster Recovery Plan
Helping your customers create a disaster recovery plan is sort of like helping them write their wills. They may not need it for a long time, but once they do, it’s too late to do anything about it. Your customers should take time now to create a disaster recovery plan […]
Choosing among SD-WAN, MPLS, or a Hybrid Solution
Software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) is a relatively new technology, and some enterprises have been quick to implement it to solve a variety of network challenges. As with any infrastructure solution, it’s becoming clear that while SD-WAN provides a lot of benefits, it may not be a universal solution for […]
SD-WAN: What to Ask Before You Deploy
Software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) is experiencing explosive growth, but before taking the leap to SD-WAN, there are a few items to consider. It’s wise to review some practical checks like making sure your customer is in a position to switch, and to know what qualifications to look for from […]
Network Monitoring: The Crucial Function You’re Overlooking
Network monitoring represents a vital function, one that not everyone is actively putting to work. There’s no doubt that, when it comes to everyday operations, a network that’s up to snuff is about as vital as it gets. Every day, the network controls a host of indispensable functions, from collaboration […]