A Software-defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) is a virtual WAN architecture that allows enterprises to leverage any combination of transport services – including MPLS, LTE and broadband internet services – to securely connect users to applications.
SD-WAN Explained
The traditional model of backhauling traffic from branch offices to the data center for robust security inspection is no longer optimal as it wastes bandwidth and adds latency, ultimately impairing application performance. There is a real need for a better way to send traffic directly over the internet from branch locations to trusted SaaS and cloud-based applications while maintaining compliance with enterprise security mandates.
An SD‑WAN assures consistent application performance and resiliency, automates traffic steering in an application-driven manner based on business intent, improves network security, and simplifies the WAN architecture. An SD-WAN uses a centralized control function to steer traffic securely and intelligently across the WAN and directly to trusted SaaS and IaaS providers. This increases application performance and delivers a high-quality user experience, which increases business productivity and agility and reduces IT costs.
How Inexora will participate in the SD-WAN Space
Inexora will participate in 3 key Levels , namely:
- Entry Level SME’s with the SD-WAN solution. We will offer a complimentary SD-WAN needs analysis to demonstrate the benefits of implementation.
- Middle level for SME’s with the need for Secure SD-WAN, that will include both networking and security capabilities in a unified solution. It supports application performance, consolidated management and advanced protection against threats.
- Enterprise level SD-WAN for high end enterprise users with a multifunctional and information enriched solution.
Product Options
Two basic options are available with a maximum of 600Mbps combined WAN capacity, namely:
Inexora SD-WAN LITE License 3 WAN for SME
A cost effective, entry level SD-WAN solution designed for SME and small branch office needs – perfect for environments that demand high-resilience Internet connectivity, reliability and excellent Inexora Voice quality. This solution can accommodate up to three simultaneous Broadband connections, in any combination type (LTE, ADSL, Microwave, Fibre, ect) and utilises automatic failover with load-balancing to ensure quality performance. This product is available in 12- and 24- month rental options.
Inexora SD-WAN LITE License 2 WAN for Consumer (WFH)
This option is designed to cater for users who work from home. The product boasts a wealth of benefits, including network resilience, bandwidth utilisation, enhanced Voice services, WAN monitoring and reporting. With a focus on maximizing the customer’s productivity while working from home and enjoying all the benefits without breaking the bank. The WFH option caters for two simultaneous Broadband connections and utilises automatic failover with load-balancing to ensure quality performance.
Why would you need a SD-WAN lite solution?
- You are operating in an under-services area, with limited quality connectivity such as fibre is not available
- You make use of mission critical service, such as VoIP or e-commerce systems and therefore need failover and or load balancing between connectivity to improve service uptime
- You requires a basic level of information about and quality control around the connectivity
Benefits of SD-WAN
- It reduces the cost of expensive dedicated connectivity solutions
It will improve the quality of connectivity to support mission-critical services, like voice specifically in under-services connectivity areas
It improves the uptime ratio of connectivity by means of automatic failover
It is quick and easy to install
It is a quality control system
It brings to the user information about the quality of their connectivity and self-control to make adjustments
Complimentary Consultation
To book a complimentary business needs analysis contac us on our WhatsApp hotline here : https://wa.me/c/27645860956
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