Businesses are navigating through a sea of revolutionary changes. The evolution towards digitised operations presents unmatched opportunities for growth, agility, and competitive edge. However, this digital transformation also exposes enterprises to sophisticated cyber threats, demanding a reimagination of cyber security strategies. Amidst this landscape, the role of Secure Managed SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) becomes pivotal, providing a robust shield against the evolving threat matrix.
Understanding the Cyber Threat Landscape
According to the latest findings from our partner Rapid7, security breaches involving network edge devices have nearly doubled since early 2023, highlighting the critical need for enhanced protective measures in your digital infrastructure.
From advanced phishing attacks and ransomware to state-sponsored espionage and insider threats, the spectrum of cyber risks is both broad and deep. This threat landscape is not static; it is highly dynamic, with adversaries continually refining their tactics to breach corporate defences. The stakes are particularly high as enterprises embrace cloud services, IoT devices, and mobile solutions, expanding the attack surface for cyber criminals.
Why Secure Managed SD-WAN is the Answer
Secure managed SD-WAN emerges as a cornerstone technology for modern enterprises. Unlike traditional WAN technology, SD-WAN leverages cloud-native capabilities to optimise and secure internet traffic to and from branch offices and remote locations, ensuring operational continuity and efficiency.
The Advantages of Managed SD-WAN Solutions
- Enhanced security posture: Secure Managed SD-WAN solutions are designed with integrated security features, including next-generation firewall (NGFW), intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and end-to-end encryption. This multi-layered approach ensures that data in transit is shielded from unauthorised access and threats.
- Agility and scalability: The flexibility of SD-WAN allows businesses to rapidly adapt to changing needs, whether scaling up or down. This agility ensures that security and performance are maintained irrespective of network demand or global crises, such as the recent pandemic.
- Simplified management and cost efficiency: By consolidating WAN edge functions into a single platform, businesses can simplify their network architecture, reducing the complexity and operational costs. Managed SD-WAN solutions further relieve the enterprise of the day-to-day burdens of network management, allowing them to focus on core activities.
- Improved user experience: SD-WAN optimises application performance by dynamically routing traffic across the most efficient paths. This optimises the user experience for cloud-based applications, which is critical in a digital-first business environment.
Our Approach to Secure Managed SD-WAN
We understand the intricacies of navigating the digital landscape securely. Our Managed SD-WAN solution is engineered to offer not just connectivity, but comprehensive protection for your business’s digital assets. Our solution is built on a foundation of leading-edge technology partnerships, ensuring your enterprise benefits from the latest in SD-WAN security features and can confidently pursue digital transformation, assured that your network infrastructure is robust, resilient, and, above all, secure.
Choose Your Fit: Co-Managed or Fully Managed SD-WAN
Understanding the unique demands of each business, we offer both co-managed and fully managed SD-WAN solutions.
Co-Managed SD-WAN: Flexibility Plus Control
- Specialist support and management: Continuous oversight provided by our team of dedicated experts
- In-house control: Keep decision-making aligned with your business culture
- Knowledge sharing: Enhance your in-house IT competency with- knowledge and skills sharing between your team and external experts
Fully Managed SD-WAN: Complete Ease and Security
- Expert oversight: Entrust your IT infrastructure to our specialists
- Strategic freedom: Refocus your internal team on core business tasks
- Enhanced security: Stay protected against digital threats with cutting-edge cyber security measures
With our SD-WAN solutions, embark on your digital transformation journey confidently. Whether it’s the comprehensive support of our fully managed service or the flexibility of a co-managed approach, we ensure security, efficiency, and growth for your business.