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Finding the right SD-WAN path

Hybrid working, the cloud, AI and machine learning are changing the network world – and placing new demands on security, flexibility and scalability.
But the more complex the technologies become, the more success depends on a reliable and stable network infrastructure.

In a nutshell:

Cloud and AI solutions require powerful, secure networks
Hybrid working models increase the pressure on existing structures
Wrong SD-WAN decisions quickly lead to costs, security gaps and performance problems

The solution:
A suitable SD-WAN approach creates a balance between control, security and agility – and thus becomes a strategic success factor.

Find out how to choose the right SD-WAN path for your company, avoid pitfalls and benefit in the long term.

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Successful SD-WAN needs a new perspective

The first step towards a successful SD-WAN strategy is to understand your own objectives.
SD-WAN is not a uniformly defined product and there is currently no standardization.

This means that each provider can interpret the term differently:

For some, SD-WAN is just an additional function of existing edge devices or routers.
For others, it is a holistic transformation tool that encompasses the entire network infrastructure.

The way out of this confusion is to shift the focus:
What do you want to achieve with SD-WAN?

Think of SD-WAN as an anchor service, not a short-term solution for individual problems.
Those who only use SD-WAN tactically overlook the long-term opportunities – such as closing security gaps that can arise as a result of process changes.

SD-WAN architecture diagram for networking multiple company locations with a central data center.

Think long-term instead of reacting in the short term

Keep your perspective broad and focus on sustainable functionality rather than practicality.

Future-oriented SD-WAN architectures offer:

Better routing for business-critical applications
Higher bandwidths and increased performance
Integrated security and intelligent network control
Scalability, agility and flexibility for growing business requirements

SD-WAN is not a trend – it is the key to simplifying networks in the long term and making them future-proof for decades to come.

Five characteristics of a long-term SD-WAN solution

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To exploit the full potential of SD-WAN, you should look for solutions that combine the following five key features:

1 Separation of control and data level

Enables intelligent automation and optimization for security, configuration and traffic management.

2 Automated security configuration and encryption

Context-dependent and holistic from the network edge to the end point.

3 Intelligent traffic control

Maximizes the use of multiple WAN connections for optimal performance.

4 Automatic routing configuration

Increases set-up speed and reduces errors or security gaps.

5 Integrated security from the design phase

Security should not be an afterthought. Only through consistency between all components can your network remain resistant to new threats and vulnerabilities.

These five principles form the foundation of an SD-WAN solution that creates real added value in the short and long term.

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The path to a successful SD-WAN implementation starts with the right advice.
Savecall is one of the few partners that focuses holistically on network and security.

As a Trusted Advisor, Savecall has direct access to the specialist teams of leading providers – and can assist you with: