With the challenges of digital business, organizations are increasingly moving their enterprise applications from on-premise data centers to the cloud through Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). This transition requires Wide Area Networks (WAN) to be more adaptable and dependable to support the expanded surface and changing business needs. Additionally, the widespread adoption of cloud applications necessitates a regular reassessment of network bandwidth requirements and traffic prioritization. As a result, many organizations have shifted towards Software-defined WAN strategies, which have the potential to revolutionize traditional WAN. Software-defined WAN can seamlessly integrate multiple transport networks (such as MPLS, 4G, or 5G) and control edge devices through a central node that uses dynamic network path selection to enhance load sharing and resilience.
At the recently concluded session on ‘Enabling the New Digital Normal - Connected & Secure’ powered by Airtel Business and Lavelle Networks, industry leaders discussed the development of SD-WAN, including the primary obstacles to adoption, and the future path for prominent organizations.
