Distributed IT environments require companies to overcome challenges related to application performance, connectivity and security across multiple physical locations including remote workers’ sites. From migration to the cloud and the shift in the work environment since the pandemic, networking and security teams are faced with increasing complexity. Many companies are […]
Network Automation and Other Developments Addressing the Dispersed Workforce
Supporting an ongoing hybrid work environment and its resulting distributed workforce is one of the biggest challenges for network teams. While virtual private networks (VPNs) offered a temporary solution following the shift to remote work, the network must adapt to provide the level of performance and security needed. One of […]
Why Your SASE Deployment Needs the Support of a Managed Services Provider
Secure access service edge (SASE) delivers converged networking and security solutions to lower risk without compromising performance. It utilizes tools such as zero trust network access (ZTNA), firewall as a service (FWaaS), software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN), and secure web gateway (SWG) to achieve a host of benefits. Many managed […]
4 SD-WAN Trends to Follow
Software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) was significantly impacted by the events surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. In early 2020, over 60% of companies said that they were initiating a roll-out of SD-WAN; but by late 2021, only 36% had deployed the network approach. This is according to new findings by Nemertes […]
Supporting Your Network Security Strategy With Managed Security Services
It’s a challenge to keep pace with emerging security threats. Network security has become more complex with more teams working from remote locations, providing more opportunities for malicious actors to gain access to your resources. There are foundational steps you can put in place, plus emerging security solutions, but your […]
Why SASE Might Be Best Accessed Through an MSP
The traditional network perimeter has long vanished, making way for an expanded network that includes mobile, remote, and cloud solutions and users, as well as internet of things (IoT) devices and an array of digital resources. In order to address the unique security challenges of this expanding network perimeter, companies […]
Equipping Branch Network Security for the Cloud Era
With the internet of things (IoT), mobile users, and 5G applications adding complexity to an enterprise IT environment that is increasingly based in the cloud, branch network security is a priority for security teams. One of the biggest trends shaping how security teams address concerns is secure access service edge […]