Report 20 Dec 2024

Expert View: The Need for SD-WAN in Modern Networks

In today’s fast-paced business environment, where agility, scalability, and performance are crucial, networks are fundamental to business success. The growth of cloud computing, real-time applications, and geographically distributed operations has placed significant demands on traditional Wide Area Network (WAN) architectures. Historically, WANs have relied on Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) circuits to provide secure and reliable connectivity between corporate locations. While MPLS offers predictable performance, it has several limitations: high costs, limited flexibility, and inefficient handling of today’s cloud-centric traffic patterns.