Modernizing WAN

Modernization of a WAN infrastructure is not just about replacing end-of-life hardware or software. WAN edge redesign is a business solution, not simply a technology requirement. Budgets are growing to accommodate digital transformation (DX) not because organizations prefer to consume cutting-edge technology, but because their customers are demanding this technology. The hope of improved user experience and increased productivity loosens purse strings, and provides necessary budgetary resources for technology leaders to initiate WAN transformation projects.

SD-WAN is one of the primary innovations behind WAN edge modernization. Its core capabilities include multi-path control, application awareness (such as with SaaS solutions), and the resultant dynamic application steering. These capabilities enable network traffic to be routed over the public internet or over private infrastructure—whatever is most efficient for application performance and availability in a multi-cloud environment.