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Fortinet

Why UK Enterprises Choose Fortinet SD-WAN

It’s 10 a.m. at a regional firm in Manchester. The IT lead leans back in their chair, watching traffic dashboards flicker to life. A new site in Dublin goes online. Instantly, policies deploy, encryption kicks in and alerts disappear. It takes seconds.

That moment captures why UK enterprises are paying attention to Fortinet SD‑WAN.

Instead of stacking routers with extra security appliances, Fortinet built its SD‑WAN from the ground up around FortiGate. The platform treats networking and security as one system. The result has made life simpler for teams juggling multiple offices, cloud services and compliance demands.

A Different Path to SD‑WAN

Back in 2016 Fortinet launched Security Fabric. It began as an attempt to unify firewalls, intrusion detection and traffic inspection. Over time SD‑WAN logic was folded into the same control plane. Unlike vendors who bolted SD‑WAN onto routers, Fortinet baked it into a security-first architecture.

That design choice resonates with UK IT. They no longer juggle separate consoles for routing and inspection. They configure once and apply everywhere. No surprises. Audits pass. Config mismatches drop. Troubleshooting gets faster.

Why BT and Skyports Made the Switch

BT’s managed SD‑WAN service uses Fortinet at its core. Their teams can activate policies and deploy sites across the UK and Europe in hours. That speed helps them meet tight SLAs and audit cycles.

Skyports, based in London, needed secure connectivity between sites from Europe to Asia. They use broadband, LTE and MPLS networks. Fortinet’s system gives them real‑time path choice while making sure every packet is inspected. The outcome is faster traffic and tighter security with no local setup.

In both cases it’s not about features. It’s about speed and consistency. That’s what makes operations smoother.

Integration Brings Gains and Limits

Fortinet SD‑WAN cuts vendors, systems and admin effort. Training and support focus on one stack. Analytics, logging and compliance reporting flow from a single source.

But integration comes with trade offs. You can’t easily swap out the firewall or routing layer. You can use your own analytics tools but need API development and integration work.

That fit works well for organisations ready to work within one ecosystem. It is less suited to those with customised, multi‑tool environments already in place.

What the Platform Includes

Stories From the Field

A financial firm replaces manual branch deployment with Fortinet. New offices go live on day one with policies enforced. No delays. No backhaul. Everything is encrypted and monitored from start.

A regional health provider gains fast local access for staff and ensures patient data remains secure. Everything flows through inspection engines before reaching cloud services.

A local government office rolls out Fortinet between departments. IT gains visibility and control without needing local staff. Security posture is assessed centrally.

Final Thoughts

Fortinet SD‑WAN merges networking and security into a single operational model. UK teams that value consistency, compliance and faster deployment find this model appealing.

The core question is what matters more: consolidation or flexibility. If using one vendor simplifies your stack and your teams are aligned with that, Fortinet delivers. But if you need modularity or use bespoke tools, that choice may involve compromise.

This is not a question of capability. It is about architecture. Does your organisation need one system that works end to end? Or do you favour systems that fit together your way?

Summary Table for UK Decision Makers

Decision Factor	How Fortinet SD-WAN Responds
Speed of Deployment	Zero-touch provisioning and pre-configured templates enable site rollouts in hours.
Security Integration	Firewall, threat protection and inspection are embedded in the routing layer.
Management Simplicity	One interface for both network and security configuration and visibility.
Cloud Support	Direct integration with AWS, Azure and Google Cloud.
Network Flexibility	Supports broadband, MPLS, LTE, 5G and satellite links for path diversity.
Compliance and Auditing	Policy templates and centralised reporting reduce audit complexity.
Operational Consistency	Policies and updates can be applied across all sites with minimal risk.
Customisation and Vendor Lock-in	Best suited to teams adopting Fortinet's full stack; less flexibility for mixed environments.

Cisco

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Market Leader North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Security

Cisco entered the market through Meraki SD-WAN, which it acquired in 2012. Prior to this, Cisco's primary offering was Cisco IWAN, which was an on-premises SD-WAN device based on ISR branch routing.

Finally, in 2017, Cisco expanded its offerings through the acquisition of Viptela, creating a portfolio that could cater to all business requirements through the easier-to-use Meraki and more-in depth Viptela - which is reflected by the large volumes of SD-WAN providers offering both Cisco Catalyst sd wan and Cisco Meraki, showcasing that they are clearly one of the best sd wan vendors.

Viptela was acquired by Cisco due to the Viptela SD-WAN solution being specifically designed with a separation of data, control and management planes, which complimented Cisco's Digital Network Architecture (DNA). Today, Cisco's main SD-WAN (now rebranded from Cisco Viptela to Cisco Catalyst) is recognised as one of the leading SD-WAN solutions in the market, whilst Meraki SD-WAN is widely used for more simplified use cases.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Cisco SD-WAN is managed via vManage, a unified dashboard providing real-time visibility, policy control and automation.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports MPLS, broadband, LTE and satellite with intelligent path selection using AI-driven analytics. Utilises application-aware routing to optimise traffic paths based on real-time performance metrics. Supports multiple VPNs on a single WAN connection.
Integrated Security Features	Offers built-in NGFW, IPS, DNS security, URL filtering, and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA). Integrates with Cisco Umbrella for cloud security and provides end-to-end encrypted traffic protection.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Implements QoS with dynamic prioritisation for applications. Ensures low latency for voice, video and cloud services using policy-based traffic management.
Scalability and Flexibility	Designed for large enterprises, scaling across thousands of sites. Supports hybrid workforces and cloud-based expansions, with zero-touch provisioning (ZTP) and policy-based automation. Integrates with existing networking infrastructure, including MPLS.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Provides direct cloud connectivity with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud through optimised cloud on-ramps. Uses Cisco Cloud OnRamp for SaaS to improve application performance.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Ensures sub-second failover with multi-path redundancy and advanced link health monitoring. Uses Cisco's SD-WAN fabric for seamless failover in case of outages.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces costs by leveraging broadband, consolidating security and networking functions, and offering flexible licensing models. Helps reduce reliance on expensive MPLS circuits.
Analytics and Reporting	vAnalytics provides AI-driven insights, historical performance trends and application-level visibility.
Programmatic APIs	Offers open APIs for automation, network programmability and integration with IT workflows.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE/5G connectivity for backup and primary WAN links.
AI Integrations	Uses AI-driven analytics for automated policy adjustments, traffic optimisation and predictive network issue detection.
Deployment Models Supported	Supports on-premises, hybrid, and fully cloud-based SD-WAN deployments.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds certifications including ISO 27001, SOC 2 and PCI DSS.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 global support, dedicated technical account managers and online training through Cisco Learning Network. Includes professional and managed services for ongoing support.
Target-Market Customers	Targets Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications sectors.

Palo Alto Networks

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Leader North America Latin America Middle East & Africa Security

Palo Alto Networks have long been known for their cybersecurity capabilities, predominantly through their Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) technology. Through PAN-OS, Palo Alto provided Layer 7 visibility and control over network traffic utilising their firewall appliances - making them well-placed to move into the SD-WAN market for more security-focused use cases.

Palo Alto Networks produced their SD-WAN solution in 2020, self-dubbing it the "Industry's First Next-Generation SD-WAN Solution" and formed part of Palo Alto Networks' CloudGenix SD-WAN offering.

In 2021, Palo Alto launched Prisma Access, a Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution to implement both security and networking capabilities, which includes Application-Aware Routing (AAR) and Zero Touch Provisioning into a single solution. This has proved to be successful for Palo Alto, who are currently one of only three vendors recognised as a Leader across all three SASE-related Magic Quadrant reports:

Security Service Edge (SSE),
Single-Vendor SASE,
SD-WAN

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Palo Alto’s Prisma SD-WAN offers centralised cloud-based management via the Prisma SD-WAN dashboard. Prisma provides real-time visibility, unified policy control and AI-driven insights to simplify operations and improve network performance.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE, MPLS and satellite connections. Uses AI-powered path selection and real-time performance monitoring to optimise traffic routing dynamically, with sub-second failover and traffic steering based on real-time network conditions.
Integrated Security Features	Offers built-in Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and threat protection, alongside deep packet inspection and segmentation.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers dynamic QoS settings, application-aware prioritisation and automated bandwidth allocation to maintain low latency for critical applications. Utilises both policy-based routing and WAN optimisation to reduce latency and improve application performance.
Scalability and Flexibility	Scales from small branch offices to large global enterprises. Supports hybrid workforce needs with cloud-managed and on-premises deployment options. Offers zero-touch provisioning and automated deployments via Prisma SD-WAN, with integrations for existing infrastructure.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Direct cloud connections to AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and SaaS applications. Uses private backbone connectivity and intelligent traffic steering to enable multi-cloud performance.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Provides sub-second failover, multi-path redundancy and AI-driven link monitoring.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces reliance on expensive MPLS circuits by leveraging broadband and cloud-based security. Consolidates networking and security functions to lower operational costs.
Analytics and Reporting	AI-driven insights, real-time and historical analytics and visibility into application and network performance through Prisma SD-WAN’s analytics dashboard.
Programmatic APIs	Open APIs enable automation, integration with IT service management tools and custom policy configurations.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G for backup connectivity and primary WAN in remote locations.
AI Integrations	Uses AI-powered analytics for predictive network optimisation, self-healing capabilities and automated policy tuning.
Deployment Models Supported	Available as a fully cloud-managed, hybrid, or on-premises solution.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Certified for ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS and HIPAA.
Support and Training Options	24/7 customer support, dedicated account managers, online training resources and documentation for self-service learning.
Target-Market Customers	Targets customers from Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

Versa Networks

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Leader North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Multi-tenancy Multi-deployment

Headquartered in California, Versa Networks were founded in 2012 and were one of the startups that helped form the SD-WAN market. Initially started by two brothers, Kumar Mehta who had previously served as VP Engineering at Juniper Networks (2004-2012) and Apurva Mehta, CTO and Chief Architect at Juniper Networks' Mobility Business Unit, Versa came from a background of networking expertise.

By October 2019, Versa Networks had over 1,000 total customers and sold more than 200,000 software licenses.

Versa’s operating system (VOS) not only offers SD-WAN but has been extended to form a SASE solution, making Versa Networks currently one of only three vendors recognised as a Leader across all three SASE-related Magic Quadrant reports:

Security Service Edge (SSE),
Single-Vendor SASE,
SD-WAN

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Versa offers a unified management platform, Versa Titan, providing real-time visibility, centralised policy enforcement, and AI-driven insights.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, MPLS, LTE/5G, and satellite. Versa’s AI-driven analytics optimise traffic paths dynamically, utilising real-time link monitoring and application-aware routing. Versa also supports multiple VPNs on a single WAN link.
Integrated Security Features	Offers built-in Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Secure Web Gateway (SWG) and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA).
Quality of Service (QoS)	Provides granular QoS policies with dynamic traffic prioritisation and both deep pack inspection and WAN optimisation techniques to help reduce latency.
Scalability and Flexibility	Supports enterprise-wide scalability, with easy expansion to new branches and hybrid workforces. Offers zero-touch provisioning (ZTP) and automated deployments.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Provides direct cloud on-ramps to AWS, Azure and Google Cloud; Versa’s private backbone improves cloud performance.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Sub-second failover with multi-path redundancy and real-time link health monitoring.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces reliance on MPLS by leveraging broadband and LTE/5G. Integrated security eliminates the need for separate firewalls/other security systems, lowering costs.
Analytics and Reporting	AI-driven analytics provide historical insights, real-time monitoring and application-level visibility to optimise network performance.
Programmatic APIs	Versa offers APIs and SDKs, enabling automation and integration with third-party platforms for custom workflows.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G for primary or backup connectivity.
AI Integrations	Uses AI for predictive analytics, automated policy adjustments and self-healing capabilities.
Deployment Models Supported	Supports on-premises, hybrid, and fully cloud-based SD-WAN deployments.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Certified for ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, and HIPAA.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 support, dedicated account managers and online training.
Target-Market Customers	Targets Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)

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Leader North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific SMBs

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) have formed the HPE Aruba EdgeConnect SD-WAN solution from their prior networking expertise and multiple acquisitions of other SD-WAN vendors.

HPE have been long term experts in Software Defined Networking (SDN) solutions. Before offering SD-WAN, HPE offered SDN products with OpenFlow-enabled switches and HP Cloud Managed Network Wireless LAN for small and mid-sized businesses. These lay the foundations for a software-based networking approach, which was later realised in March 2015 when they acquired Aruba Networks.

Improving upon this, in 2020 HPE acquired Silver Peak Systems, who were well-known for their EdgeConnect SD-WAN solution, enabling HPE to integrate EdgeConnect into their Aruba Edge Service platform and now their SD-WAN offers WAN edge infrastructure, as well as advanced routing capabilities.

HPE Aruba's SD-WAN solution now consists of three main components:

EdgeConnect: Available as physical or virtual appliances, supporting hybrid WAN architecture
Aruba Orchestrator: Central administration console for network management
Aruba Boost: Optional WAN optimisation performance pack

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	HPE’s Aruba EdgeConnect SD-WAN provides centralised cloud-based orchestration through Aruba Orchestrator.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, MPLS, LTE, and satellite connections. Uses intelligent path control and first-packet iQ for application-aware routing.
Integrated Security Features	Includes built-in NGFW, IDS/IPS and cloud-based security integrations via Aruba ESP and SASE partnerships. Zero Trust capabilities ensure end-to-end security. Whilst support for multiple VPNs on a single WAN connection enable improved segmentation and security.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers QoS with dynamic traffic prioritisation and automated bandwidth allocation. Improves application performance through first-packet iQ, WAN optimisation, TCP acceleration and deep packet inspection (DPI) techniques.
Scalability and Flexibility	Scales for enterprises of all sizes with Zero Touch Provisioning and automated deployments, multi-cloud integration and support for hybrid workforces.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Provides direct cloud connections to AWS, Azure and Google Cloud, with optimised cloud access and private backbone options.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers sub-second failover, multi-path redundancy and link health monitoring to prevent downtime.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces costs by leveraging broadband connectivity, consolidating network functions and offering flexible licensing models.
Analytics and Reporting	Provides AI-driven insights, real-time monitoring and application-level visibility through Aruba Orchestrator.
Programmatic APIs	Offers RESTful APIs for automation and integration with third-party IT systems.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G connectivity for backup and remote deployments.
AI Integrations	Uses AI-powered analytics for predictive performance management, automated policy adjustments and self-healing network capabilities.
Deployment Models Supported	Supports on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Complies with ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, and HIPAA standards.
Support and Training Options	Provides 24/7 global support, online training and dedicated account managers.
Target-Market Customers	Focuses on Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications.

Huawei

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Challenger Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Large Enterprises

A Chinese vendor, since 2012 Huawei have become the largest telecommunications equipment manufacturer globally, typically known for technology services such as their breakthrough C&C08 telephone switch, which was the most powerful switch in China upon released in 1993.

Huawei previously offered an SDN-based agile controller, launched in 2017 that would later become their SD-WAN solution. In 2018, Huawei progressed via the launch of their SD-WAN cloud services and as of more recent, Huawei have been recognised by Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for SD-WAN for four consecutive times.

Huawei's cloud services include cloud gateways such as Azure, Alibaba Cloud, Huawei Cloud, AWS (Amazon Web Services), the Google Cloud Platform and e-Cloud, which can be essential for businesses utilising a large range of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applications or WAN edge infrastructures.

To further create a secure SD-WAN offering, Huawei has integrated SASE capabilities into their SD-WAN through their Xinghe Intelligent SASE Solution, complying with MEF SASE model standards to reduce integration and management complexity for network administrators.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Huawei's SD-WAN solution utilises the iMaster NCE platform, offering unified control and real-time visibility across the network.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Huawei supports various transport types, including broadband, LTE, MPLS and satellite connections.
Integrated Security Features	Integrates security features such as Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) and supports end-to-end IPsec encryption.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Huawei offers advanced QoS settings, including hierarchical QoS (HQoS) and application-based intelligent traffic steering, ensuring optimal performance for key applications.
Scalability and Flexibility	Supports large-scale deployments with flexible networking options. Implements zero-touch provisioning (ZTP) and automated deployments.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Huawei integrates with leading cloud platforms, providing direct cloud on-ramps and specialised routing algorithms.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Huawei's SD-WAN offers failover mechanisms such as multi-path redundancy and link health monitoring.
Cost Efficiency	By leveraging cost-effective broadband and consolidating network functions, Huawei's SD-WAN solution reduces reliance on expensive MPLS circuits and lowers operational expenses.
Analytics and Reporting	Provides detailed analytics and reporting capabilities, offering AI-driven insights and application-level visibility.
Programmatic APIs	Huawei offers open APIs within its SD-WAN solution, enabling automation and simplifying integration with existing systems/infrastructure.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Huawei supports both LTE and 5G connectivity.
AI Integrations	Huawei utilises AI for predictive analytics and automated policy adjustments.
Deployment Models Supported	Huawei's SD-WAN offers on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based deployment options.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Huawei's SD-WAN complies with the MEF (Metro Ethernet Forum) standard, CSA STAR gold certification, NIST cybersecurity framework and ISO 27018.
Support and Training Options	Huawei provides customer support including both 24/7 helpdesks and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Huawei's SD-WAN solution is suited for various industries including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

Juniper Networks

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Visionary North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific AI Capabilities

Juniper Networks SD-WAN’s unique selling point is primarily in its vast amounts of Artificial Intelligence (AI) integrations. These include:

Mist AI for insights and automated troubleshooting
Marvis, an AI-driven virtual network assistant for deep insights into client and network behaviours
Automated network security and analytics via AI

Whilst several other vendors have integrated AI for features such as analytics insights and reporting, in our opinion, Juniper Networks has by far the most AI integrations into its services, making it a top SD-WAN provider for AI integrations. One benefit of this use of AI is the reduced complexity for network administrators, who benefit from WAN optimisation, advanced routing, Zero Touch Provisioning and secure SD-WAN, all whilst reducing network costs through lower operational workloads.

Following the October 2020 acquisition of 128 Technology, Juniper Networks has further strengthened their market position by adding session-aware networking capabilities to their AI-driven portfolio of features.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Juniper’s Mist AI-driven cloud management provides real-time visibility, automation and unified control via the Mist UI.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports MPLS, broadband, LTE and satellite with AI-driven analytics and Juniper’s Session Smart Routing for handling dynamic traffic routing.
Integrated Security Features	Built-in Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Zero Trust Security and Threat Intelligence via Juniper’s Security Director Cloud, supporting multiple VPNs on a single WAN connection for improved segmentation and security.
Quality of Service (QoS)	AI-driven dynamic QoS, alongside deep packet inspection (DPI) and policy-based routing (PBR), prioritises important applications, automatically adjusting bandwidth allocation based on network conditions.
Scalability and Flexibility	Scales for large enterprises with AI-driven automation, supporting distributed branches and hybrid workforces. Also features zero-touch provisioning (ZTP) with AI-driven automation for branch scaling.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Direct integrations with AWS, Azure and Google Cloud, with cloud on-ramps and private backbone options for optimised multi-cloud access.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers sub-second failover and multi-path redundancy, with AI-driven link health monitoring.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces MPLS dependency by leveraging broadband, with AI-driven optimisation lowering operational expenses.
Analytics and Reporting	Offers AI-driven insights, historical trend analysis and detailed application visibility via Mist AI and Marvis Virtual Network Assistant.
Programmatic APIs	Open APIs and SDKs enable seamless integration with third-party platforms.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports 5G/LTE for failover, remote site deployments and mobile workforce connectivity.
AI Integrations	Mist AI enables predictive analytics, self-healing networks and automated policy adjustments.
Deployment Models Supported	Supports on-premises, hybrid, and cloud-based SD-WAN deployments.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Juniper offers ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS and HIPAA certifications.
Support and Training Options	Provides 24/7 global support, dedicated account managers, online documentation and AI-driven support assistance via Marvis.
Target-Market Customers	Designed for Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications.

Ericsson (Cradlepoint)

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Niche Player North America Latin America Europe Asia-Pacific Remote Workforces

Having acquired Cradlepoint in 2020, Ericsson’s SD-WAN solution has a heavy focus on the cellular wireless and 5G enterprise markets, which has followed into their SD-WAN design. By integrating Cradlepoint's prior SD-WAN solution into Ericsson’s NetCloud Exchange architecture, the solution is ideal for distributed sites, vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT) and remote work environments. This is primarily due to the specialisations in 5G-optimisations for cellular-specific traffic, which can be essential for network resilience.

Having acquired Ericom, a cloud-based security company, improvements have been seen on Cradlepoint's NetCloud platform, which now utilises Ericom's zero trust and cloud-based security solutions to form the basis of the new Cradlepoint NetCloud Threat Defence cloud service to create secure SD-WAN edges. This was an essential step for Ericsson to better deliver edge computing architectures and enable the use of IoT.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Offers a cloud-native SD-WAN platform with real-time visibility, centralised policy control and AI-driven analytics.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE, MPLS and satellite, with AI-driven traffic optimisation and real-time traffic analysis for route switching.
Integrated Security Features	Features built-in Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and threat intelligence integrations to improve security, alongside support for multiple VPNs per WAN connection for improved segmentation capabilities.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers QoS settings with dynamic traffic prioritisation, WAN optimisation, deep packet inspection and AI-driven application policies, particularly for cloud-based and latency-sensitive applications.
Scalability and Flexibility	Designed for large enterprises and service providers. Supports zero-touch provisioning, existing legacy network infrastructure and third-party security platforms.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Direct cloud on-ramps and private backbone connectivity for AWS, Azure and Google Cloud.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Provides sub-second failover, multi-path redundancy and real-time link monitoring to maintain high availability.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces costs by leveraging broadband, consolidating network functions and offering flexible licensing models.
Analytics and Reporting	AI-driven analytics provide deep insights into network performance, bandwidth usage and enable predictive maintenance.
Programmatic APIs	Offers open APIs and SDKs for automation, enabling integrations with third-party network management tools.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE/5G for backup connectivity and remote site connectivity.
AI Integrations	Uses AI for predictive analytics, self-healing network capabilities and automated policy adjustments.
Deployment Models Supported	Available as on-premises, hybrid and cloud-native.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds certifications including ISO 27001, SOC 2 and PCI DSS.
Support and Training Options	Provides 24/7 support, dedicated account management and online training.
Target-Market Customers	Focuses on Telecommunications, Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Government, Transportation, Energy, Technology and Education.

Peplink

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Niche Player North America Europe Asia-Pacific SMBs

Peplink SD-WAN primarily focuses on wireless and mobile SD-WAN solutions, which compliments their global coverage for their eSIM data plans. Typically targeting Small to medium enterprises (with 1-150 recommended users per deployment), Peplink SD-WAN is ideal for use cases such as IoT, public safety, transport and broadcasting.

Prior to SD-WAN, Peplink was known for pioneering multi-WAN technology and link aggregation solutions. By already having made solutions (SpeedFusion VPN) for combining multiple WAN sources into one connection, Peplink have long term expertise in getting the most out of WAN connectivity and ensuring consistent uptimes, which has continued on through their SD-WAN solution.

These capabilities have helped Peplink garner more than 17,000 SD-WAN subscribers, with customers operating in a range of markets, such as construction, transport and retail.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Peplink’s InControl 2 platform provides centralised SD-WAN management with real-time visibility, device control and automated reporting. InControl 2 also enables bulk configuration, remote troubleshooting and firmware updates for the entire network.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE, 5G, MPLS and satellite connections with intelligent load balancing and failover. Uses SpeedFusion technology to aggregate multiple links.
Integrated Security Features	Offers built-in Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), intrusion prevention and content filtering. Supports Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and integration with third-party security platforms, whilst also supporting multiple VPNs over a single WAN connection.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Provides application-based QoS with dynamic bandwidth control measures, WAN smoothing and deep packet inspection (DPI) for core application performance.
Scalability and Flexibility	Supports deployments from small businesses to large enterprises with multi-site scalability and cloud integrations. Peplink’s API and InControl 2 also enable integrations with existing network infrastructure.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Direct integration with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud and private clouds via SpeedFusion Cloud.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers hot failover using SpeedFusion, WAN smoothing and multi-WAN redundancy to ensure sub-second failover and uninterrupted connectivity.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces reliance on expensive MPLS by leveraging low-cost broadband and cellular connectivity, whilst SpeedFusion optimises bandwidth usage.
Analytics and Reporting	InControl 2 provides real-time analytics, historical trend reports and AI-driven insights for proactive network management.
Programmatic APIs	Offers open RESTful APIs for automation and third-party integrations.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Peplink provides LTE/5G connectivity with multi-carrier support and seamless failover. Ideal for mobile deployments, remote locations and edge connectivity for technologies such as IoT.
AI Integrations	Uses AI-driven adaptive traffic management and AI for automated failover capabilities.
Deployment Models Supported	Offers on-premises, cloud-based and hybrid SD-WAN deployments.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds ISO 27001, SOC 2 and PCI DSS certifications.
Support and Training Options	Provides 24/7 global support, dedicated account managers, online training and documentation.
Target-Market Customers	Targets Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications sectors.

Barracuda Networks

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Niche Player North America Europe Asia-Pacific Microsoft Azure

Barracuda Networks offers two SD-WAN products:

CloudGen Firewall (traditional offering)
SecureEdge (newer SASE-focused solution)

SecureEdge replaces Barracuda’s previous alternative option, CloudGen WAN, which was a SASE solution tightly integrated with Microsoft Azure. Given this, both of the current solutions offer native Azure integrations, working directly with Azure service fabric to manage User Defined Routes and monitor internet protocol (IP) forwarding settings and deployment directly through the Azure Marketplace.

This makes Barracuda’s offerings well-suited for their target audience, which primarily focuses on smaller enterprise and SMB customers, who typically make use of Azure for other business operations, due to the benefits related to reduced costs and improved application performance.

Whilst this does make things easier for businesses using Azure, it should be noted that Barracuda’s solution do offer limited integration with third-party SSE vendors, should your business want to leverage external security resources.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Barracuda's Azure-native offering provides real-time visibility and unified control of the network.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports a range of transport types, including broadband, LTE, MPLS and satellite connections. By monitoring metrics such as bandwidth and latency, Barracuda utilises performance-based transport selection to prevent downtime.
Integrated Security Features	Provides security features, such as Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) capabilities, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and compliance tools.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Barracuda offers more-limited QoS settings, including dynamic adjustments and prioritisation of specific protocols.These are achieved with WAN optimisation, deep packet inspection and application-specific policies to reduce latency and increase throughput
Scalability and Flexibility	Barracuda SD-WAN is designed to scale, accommodating large enterprise deployments, quickly adding new branches and supporting hybrid workforces. This is achieved through zero-touch provisioning and automated deployments, reducing deployment time and lower
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Connects with cloud platforms and supports multi-cloud environments through features such as direct cloud on-ramps.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Provides failover mechanisms, sub-second failover, multi-path redundancy and link health monitoring.
Cost Efficiency	Leverages low-cost broadband connections and consolidates network functions, reducing reliance on expensive MPLS circuits.
Analytics and Reporting	Barracuda provides analytics tools and reporting capabilities, offering AI-driven insights, historical trends and detailed application-level visibility.
Programmatic APIs	Barracuda WAF and WAF-as-a-Service are fully configurable using REST APIs, with CloudGen WAF APIs publicly available on GitHub. Also offers integrations with Microsoft Azure vWAN for zero-touch deployment and support for Office 365 policies.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Barracuda's solution supports LTE and 5G connectivity, enabling redundancy and remote use cases.
AI Integrations	Utilises AI for predictive analytics and automated policy adjustments.
Deployment Models Supported	Barracuda offers on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN options.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Offers certifications such as ISO 27001 and SOC 2.
Support and Training Options	Barracuda provides 24/7 helpdesks, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Barracuda's SD-WAN solutions are suited for various industries including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

Aryaka

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Previous Visionary North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Managed Services

Aryaka launched its SD-WAN service offering in September 2010, which was revamped with their SmartServices platform in 2019. This platform delivers SD-WAN as a service over a private network, rather than requiring customers to build their own solutions, which has become a key differentiator in the market when compared to their competitors.

Arguably Aryaka’s best feature is their global private network, which includes over 30 Service Points of Presence (PoPs) across six continents. This not only provides businesses with, in our opinion, the best connectivity within the China and Asia region, but these points are also strategically located near business hubs and major cloud service providers, including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud and Alibaba Cloud.

These capabilities have led Aryaka to establish itself as the largest pure-play SD-WAN market leader with an 18% revenue share, maintaining a 6% lead over the likes of Cisco.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Aryaka’s SD-WAN is managed via its SmartManage platform, offering real-time visibility and centralised policy control.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, MPLS, LTE and satellite connections with optimised traffic steering via Aryaka’s proprietary SmartConnect service, which dynamically selects paths using real-time monitoring and application-aware routing.
Integrated Security Features	Includes built-in security such as a Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Secure Web Gateway (SWG) and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), whilst also supporting multiple VPNs per WAN connection for data segregation.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Provides QoS with dynamic bandwidth allocation and prioritisation, with WAN optimisation, application acceleration and deep packet inspection.
Scalability and Flexibility	Designed for enterprises of all sizes, Aryaka’s SD-WAN can scale to support large global deployments, especially those operating in the China region. Supports zero-touch provisioning (ZTP) and integrations for existing MPLS and security environments.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Direct cloud connectivity with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud via Aryaka’s private backbone, supporting multi-cloud use cases.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Aryaka provides sub-second failover, multi-path redundancy and continuous link health monitoring.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces reliance on MPLS by leveraging low-cost broadband, while Aryaka’s private backbone ensures performance. Provides predictable costs.
Analytics and Reporting	Offers AI-driven network insights, historical performance data and detailed application-level visibility.
Programmatic APIs	Provides REST APIs for automation and integrations with other systems and security platforms.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G for backup and primary connectivity in remote locations.
AI Integrations	Leverages AI-driven insights for routing, AI-automated policy adjustments and self-healing network capabilities to prevent downtime.
Deployment Models Supported	Available as fully managed cloud-based SD-WAN, hybrid or on-premises solutions.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Certified for ISO 27001, SOC 2 and GDPR compliance.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 global support, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Focuses on Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

Cato Networks

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Leader North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Managed Services

Whilst only moving up from a Challenger to a Leader within the Gartner SD-WAN magic quadrant in 2024, Cato Network’s SD-WAN solutions have frequently set trends for the entire market.

The company initially launched its SD-WAN service in 2017, however in 2018 introduced the first cloud-based threat hunting system across the SD-WAN market, with one of the key benefits being that it didn’t require dedicated data collection infrastructure. This leveraged zero-footprint data aggregation and machine learning algorithms for threat detection.

Following this, in 2020, Cato Networks were awarded the INTERNET TELEPHONY SD-WAN Product of the Year Award, recognising their achievement as the only SASE platform to converge SD-WAN and security into a global, cloud-native platform.

But these haven’t been the only milestones to note, with Cato also being recognised for creating the industry's first identity-aware routing engine, as well as, in February 2025, becoming the first SASE platform to achieve PCI DSS v4.0 compliance.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Cato Networks offers a fully cloud-native management application that provides real-time visibility, analytics and policy enforcement.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE, MPLS and satellite. Uses AI-driven analytics and continuous traffic monitoring to dynamically select the best path for applications, whilst multi-path capabilities ensure failover in the event of link downtime.
Integrated Security Features	Built-in security includes Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Secure Web Gateway (SWG), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Advanced Threat Protection (ATP). Security is fully converged into the SD-WAN fabric, alongside support for multiple VPNs on a singl
Quality of Service (QoS)	Uses a range of QoS techniques, such as dynamic bandwidth allocation, application-aware routing, WAN optimisation and deep packet inspection, with significant benefits seen by cloud and SaaS applications.
Scalability and Flexibility	Cloud-native architecture enables increased scalability when compared to physical, with new sites added more quickly through zero-touch provisioning with automated deployments and supporting both hybrid workforces and global operations.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Direct cloud on-ramps to AWS, Azure and Google Cloud, amongst other major platforms. Uses a private backbone for optimised multi-cloud access.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers sub-second failover with real-time link health monitoring and multi-path redundancy to provide high availability.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces reliance on expensive MPLS by leveraging low-cost broadband and consolidating security and networking functions into a single platform.
Analytics and Reporting	Provides AI-driven analytics provide real-time network insights, historical trend analysis and detailed application-level visibility.
Programmatic APIs	Offers open APIs for automation and custom integrations.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Fully supports LTE and 5G for primary or backup connectivity.
AI Integrations	Uses AI for predictive analytics, automated policy adjustments and self-healing capabilities.
Deployment Models Supported	Offers cloud-native, hybrid and on-premises deployment models.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS and HIPAA certifications.
Support and Training Options	Cato provides 24/7 support, dedicated account managers, online training and extensive documentation.
Target-Market Customers	Market focus includes Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications sectors.

Ecessa

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Unranked North America Europe Asia-Pacific SMBs

Ecessa, who were acquired by OneNet Global in July 2023, differentiates itself from many of its competitors through its deployment guarantee and phased implementation approach, which has helped customers achieve faster deployment times compared to other solutions.

They offer multiple product tiers:

Ecessa Edge: Entry-level solution for small businesses, introducing basic load balancing and in-call failover

PowerLink: Mid-tier solution focusing on WAN link management with VPN and SIP functionality

WANworX: Enterprise-grade solution offering complete SD-WAN features including automatic failover, active/active bandwidth usage, QoS and support for bandwidths up to 20Gbps.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Ecessa EdgeView, a cloud-based dashboard, provides real-time visibility, traffic monitoring and firmware upgrades.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Ecessa supports broadband, MPLS, LTE and satellite links, using link aggregation and monitoring to optimise traffic flow, automatically redirecting traffic based on link performance.
Integrated Security Features	Ecessa SD-WAN integrates basic firewall capabilities and supports third-party security tools. While not NGFW-native, it complements existing security frameworks and can be used alongside other solutions to meet compliance needs. Ecessa supports multiple V
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers configurable QoS settings to prioritise applications via deep packet inspection and policy-based routing to steer traffic according to application type.
Scalability and Flexibility	Ecessa can support from small businesses to distributed enterprises and adapts well to hybrid workforces. Supports zero-touch provisioning and remote firmware updates via EdgeView.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Offers cloud-optimised routing and integration with platforms such as AWS and Azure, with direct cloud connections and policy controls to enable multi-cloud access.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Sub-second failover, active/active or active/passive configurations, and continuous link health checks ensure always-on connectivity.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces costs by leveraging broadband and eliminating MPLS dependency.
Analytics and Reporting	EdgeView includes performance monitoring, historical trend analysis and real-time alerts.
Programmatic APIs	Offers APIs for integration with third-party systems and custom automation workflows.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Provides LTE/5G support via compatible hardware. Enables failover or primary connectivity in remote locations or mobile deployments.
AI Integrations	N/A
Deployment Models Supported	Supports on-premises and hybrid models.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	While Ecessa conforms to industry best practices, Ecessa relies on partner security integrations for compliance.
Support and Training Options	Ecessa offers 24/7 technical support, onboarding assistance and online knowledge base, whilst customised training is available through service agreements.
Target-Market Customers	Focuses on Healthcare, Education, Retail, Manufacturing, Finance, Government and Technology sectors.

Adaptiv Networks

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Unranked North America Europe SMBs

Elfiq SD-WAN, now owned by Adaptiv Networks, is recognised as being one of the first pioneers in SD-WAN technology. Initially, Elfiq produced link balancing solutions, which made them well-suited to branch out into the SD-WAN market due to their prior expertise in network improvements.

Today, Elfiq SD-WAN showcases these network capabilities, supporting data centres and organisations that require high bandwidth capabilities, offering them with up to 20Gbps and edge deployments up to 1Gbps with support for 4G/5G links, broadband and MPLS circuits

However, Elfiq SD-WAN isn’t the only SD-WAN solution offered by Adaptiv Networks, who also offer Enterprise Connect - a solution designed for distributed enterprises, which has a heavy focus on user experience improvement across cloud services.

These two SD-WAN solutions therefore compliment Adaptiv Network’s wider portfolio, which includes:

Business Connect: A cloud-based connectivity solution
Cloud-managed SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) solutions

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Adaptiv offers their own cloud-based management platform with real-time visibility and policy control.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE, MPLS and satellite connections. Uses application-aware routing, automatic path selection, traffic steering and real-time performance metrics.
Integrated Security Features	Built-in firewall and support for secure VPN tunnels. Whilst Adaptiv doesn't offer a full NGFW, the solution integrates with third-party security tools and complies with security best practices. Supports multiple VPNs over a single WAN connection to segme
Quality of Service (QoS)	Enables traffic prioritisation for critical applications, with dynamic QoS adjustments based on real-time conditions to maintain performance. Supports granular traffic steering based on business policies and incorporates traffic shaping and deep packet in
Scalability and Flexibility	Suited for SMEs and distributed enterprises, offering features such as Zero-touch provisioning. Interoperates with existing MPLS, firewalls and third-party systems, reducing the complexity of migrations.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Offers direct cloud on-ramps to major platforms including both AWS and Microsoft Azure.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Provides sub-second failover and multi-path redundancy ensure high availability, with link health monitoring for proactive rerouting.
Cost Efficiency	Leverages low-cost broadband and eliminates the need for costly MPLS in many use cases. Simple licensing reduces budgeting complexity.
Analytics and Reporting	Provides a cloud-based analytics dashboard with real-time and historical data, enabling bandwidth planning and traffic optimisation.
Programmatic APIs	Offers APIs for integration with external systems.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Built-in support for LTE and 5G provides redundancy and is ideal for remote, mobile or temporary deployments.
AI Integrations	Uses AI for dynamic path optimisation and predictive performance analytics to reduce manual intervention.
Deployment Models Supported	Available as cloud-managed or hybrid deployment.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Complies to industry best practices and supports compliance with standards such as ISO 27001 and SOC 2.
Support and Training Options	Offers businesses with 24/7 technical support, onboarding assistance and an online knowledge base with training materials.
Target-Market Customers	Primarily focuses on Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Education, Government and Transportation markets.

Extreme Networks

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Unranked North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Large Enterprises

Extreme Networks have a strong focus on machine learning and artificial intelligence, and their products reflect this. They believe in making ML/AI understandable, yet still offering all the capabilities to allow faster, smarter and more efficient harnessing of data. This is done in a transparent way allowing the customer to see, verify and trust the machine’s recommendations. In 2019 they acquired Aerohive Networks, who were an emerging cloud-managed networking company.

Extreme has grown to be the biggest competitor to Cisco’s Meraki and currently hold a 10% market share in both revenue and devices managed in the cloud-managed space.

From global enterprises to small town high schools, Extreme caters to all sizes of networks allowing customers to better understand their users and develop their organisation. With over 50,000 customers all possessing the same goal of customer-driven networking. ExtremeCloudIQ is their powerful SaaS cloud-based management platform which allows users to analyse and maintain their network. Customers have a choice of four plans, each more advanced and feature heavy than the last.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	ExtremeCloud, the cloud-based management platform, provides real-time visibility, centralised policy control and unified orchestration.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, MPLS, LTE and satellite connectivity. Utilises dynamic traffic steering, application-aware routing and performance metrics to optimise path selection.
Integrated Security Features	Built-in security includes stateful firewalling, IDS/IPS, and integration with third-party security platforms. Offers Zero Trust support and centralised policy enforcement, supporting multiple VPNs for multi-tenant and departmental use cases.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers granular QoS settings, WAN optimisation, deep packet inspection and application-specific traffic shaping to enable prioritisation of business-critical applications.
Scalability and Flexibility	Scales efficiently from small sites to large enterprises. Supports expansion and adapts to hybrid workforces, with automated onboarding and policy inheritance. Enables zero-touch provisioning and centralised configuration via ExtremeCloud.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Offers direct cloud on-ramps and optimised routing for multi-cloud environments, whilst integrating with AWS, Azure and other major cloud platforms.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Supports sub-second failover with path redundancy and link health monitoring to maintain uptime.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces dependency on MPLS through broadband-first designs and consolidated network functions.
Analytics and Reporting	Provides detailed application-level analytics and network health reports. AI-powered insights assist in identifying issues proactively and optimising performance.
Programmatic APIs	Offers open APIs for integration with third-party systems and enables custom automation workflows.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Full support for LTE and 5G connections for primary or backup use.
AI Integrations	AI is used for traffic pattern recognition, anomaly detection and automated policy recommendations.
Deployment Models Supported	Available as on-premises, cloud-based or hybrid deployments. Flexible options accommodate both legacy infrastructures and cloud-first strategies.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds certifications such as ISO 27001 and SOC 2.
Support and Training Options	Offers businesses with 24/7 global support, dedicated technical account managers and a library of online training and documentation resources.
Target-Market Customers	Focuses on Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

FatPipe Networks

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Previous Niche Player North America Europe Asia-Pacific Large Enterprises

FatPipe Networks have been acknowledged as pioneering the concept of SD-WAN, inventing the software-defined path selection that has become so integral to SD-WAN and seamless failover technologies, even before SD-WAN became widespread industry terminology.

Developing and providing WAN traffic solutions for over 20 years, FatPipe now deploy their SD-WAN solution across six continents and their solutions can manage up to 16 different network links, as well as offering sub-second failover capabilities.

Whilst FatPipe are no longer recognised by the Gartner Magic Quadrant for SD-WAN, they were formerly recognised as a niche player and are positioned as the Leader in the SPARK Matrix for SD-WAN by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions.

One of the other key benefits of FatPipe SD-WAN is its direct integration with Microsoft Azure cloud, which can be largely beneficial for businesses that already leverage Microsoft Azure’s services. Further to this, FatPipe offers enterprises with the ability to deploy as on-premises, cloud or leverage a hybrid solution.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	FatPipe offers a centralised management console called Orchestrator, providing real-time visibility and unified control for network functions.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	FatPipe supports broadband, MPLS, LTE and satellite links, allowing dynamic use of multiple WAN types. FatPipe’s SmartLink technology enables application-aware routing and dynamic path control, ensuring optimal delivery and failover.
Integrated Security Features	FatPipe includes a built-in firewall and supports integration with third-party security tools. Whilst not a full NGFW, FatPipe SD-WAN offers encryption, DDoS protection and compliance support for regulated industries, as well as supporting multiple encryp
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers granular QoS controls with real-time adjustments, using techniques such as deep packet inspection, compression, WAN optimisation and packet duplication.
Scalability and Flexibility	Supports small branch rollouts to large multi-site enterprises. Offers zero-touch provisioning, centralised policy management, configuration templates and automation, all of which reduce administration complexity.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	FatPipe supports direct cloud access and is compatible with AWS, Azure and Google Cloud.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers sub-second failover and multi-path resilience with active-active link usage.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces MPLS dependency by using broadband links while maintaining performance and uptime. Consolidates multiple functions, reducing both CAPEX and OPEX.
Analytics and Reporting	Includes performance dashboards and historical analytics for bandwidth, traffic patterns and application use.
Programmatic APIs	Offers REST APIs for automation and integration with existing systems.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G connections for backup or primary use, ideal for remote sites or mobile operations.
AI Integrations	Limited AI features. Some automation is available for path selection and traffic management.
Deployment Models Supported	Available in on-premises, hybrid and cloud-hosted deployments.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Supports compliance efforts and offers features suitable for meeting standards like HIPAA and PCI DSS.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 support, professional services and online training resources. Customers also have access to detailed documentation and configuration assistance.
Target-Market Customers	Designed for Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

Forcepoint

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Niche Player North America Europe Security

With a strong focus on security-driven SD-WAN, Forcepoint not only offers businesses with the ability to protect their network but also allows management of up to 6,000 physical or virtual engines through a single management console. This means that Forcepoint can cater for small, medium and large enterprises.

Forcepoint’s security capabilities can be extended via their SASE offering, which provides options for integrated data protection services. Forcepoint offers security for remote users via a cloud-delivered security gateway, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and private access to applications. These DLP capabilities are considered industry-leading, with insider threat analytics helping to deliver high detection rates with low false positives. Further to this, Forcepoint offers the industry’s first commercial deployment of Messaging Layer Security (MLS).

Due to these capabilities, Forcepoint SD-WAN recently received a "AAA" rating from CyberRatings.org.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Forcepoint offers a unified cloud-based management system through its Security Management Centre (SMC), enabling real-time visibility, policy control and network-wide orchestration.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports MPLS, broadband, LTE, and satellite links. Forcepoint provides application-aware routing with intelligent path selection based on real-time analytics and path monitoring.
Integrated Security Features	SD-WAN is integrated with Forcepoint’s NGFW and built-in threat protection, including IPS, SSL inspection, and Zero Trust Network Access. Multiple VPNs can be run over a single WAN connection, improving segmentation and resilience.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers granular QoS controls to prioritise latency-sensitive applications via deep packet inspection and custom application policies.
Scalability and Flexibility	Designed to scale from small branches to large global networks. Easily supports hybrid workforces, whilst policy-driven traffic routing supports complex business needs and regulatory rules. Supports zero-touch provisioning and automated deployments and in
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Provides direct cloud access and optimised connectivity to major cloud providers, utilising intelligent routing and private backbone options.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers features including sub-second failover, active-active paths and continuous link health monitoring.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces costs by utilising cheaper broadband links over MPLS, consolidating firewall and SD-WAN functions, as well as offering simplified licensing.
Analytics and Reporting	Built-in analytics provide application-level visibility, usage trends and real-time alerts.
Programmatic APIs	Offers APIs for integration with SIEMs, automation platforms and third-party management tools.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Includes full LTE/5G support for backup or primary links, ideal for remote, mobile or temporary locations.
AI Integrations	Leverages AI for predictive threat detection, dynamic policy tuning and network self-healing.
Deployment Models Supported	Available as physical, virtual, cloud-hosted or hybrid deployments.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Certified for ISO 27001, SOC 2 and GDPR compliance.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 support, online knowledge base and role-based training. Includes access to Forcepoint support engineers and service onboarding.
Target-Market Customers	Targets Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Government, Education, Technology, Manufacturing and Telecommunications.

Mushroom Networks

Unranked Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Multi-tenancy Multi-deployment

Founded in 2004, Mushroom Networks was a spin-off from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Mushroom Networks initially focused on community networks and WiFi signal aggregation before specialising in broadband bonding technology, all of which form the foundations of SD-WAN’s core networking capabilities.

By incorporating their patented Broadband Bonding® technology into their SD-WAN solution, Mushroom Networks garnered early recognition, earning them the position of 2016 SD-WAN Company of the Year by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions, however the company has not been ranked by Gartner’s Magic Quadrant.

In July 2017, the company launched its autopilot SD-WAN service for partners, which enables channel partners and service providers to build custom WANs for their end customers. The service provides access to application-centric overlay tunnels and virtual network functions (VNFs) that automate client networks.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Offers centralised management portal with real-time visibility and unified control.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE/5G, MPLS and satellite links, which is aggregated with Mushroom Network's patented overlay bonding technology, leveraging flow-aware routing, to dynamically optimise traffic across these paths.
Integrated Security Features	Includes firewall capabilities and integrates with third-party security platforms. Supports multiple VPNs per WAN link to segment traffic securely.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers traffic shaping, flow control, error correction and adaptive routing for prioritising essential applications.
Scalability and Flexibility	Scales from small branches to large enterprises, offering Zero-touch provisioning, supported via plug-and-play deployment.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Provides direct cloud connectivity with optimised routing for services such as AWS, Azure and Google Cloud, whilst supporting multi-cloud use with minimal latency.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers sub-second failover through link bonding. Continuity is maintained even during complete WAN link failure.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces dependency on MPLS by leveraging multiple lower-cost broadband links. Consolidates functions to lower total infrastructure costs.
Analytics and Reporting	Provides real-time and historical traffic analytics. Detailed reports include application usage, link health and bandwidth consumption.
Programmatic APIs	Offers APIs for integration with external systems.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Built-in support for LTE/5G enables deployment in remote areas or as backup for primary links.
AI Integrations	AI is used to detect anomalies, auto-tune performance settings and assist in policy adjustments.
Deployment Models Supported	Available as on-premises, hybrid or fully cloud-managed.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	N/A
Support and Training Options	Provides 24/7 technical support, online documentation and onboarding assistance.
Target-Market Customers	Focuses on Technology, Education, Healthcare, Retail and Government sectors.

Nokia (Nuage Networks)

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Niche Player Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Managed Services

Nuage Networks are a division of Nokia, who initially developed SDN (Software-Defined Networking) solutions for private data centres, specifically designed to extend traditional network boundaries. With a focus on automated integration of multi-cloud environments, Nuage Networks' SD-WAN solution is ideal for a wide range of businesses that need the ability to quickly onboard new cloud platforms.

Nuage Networks' SD-WAN solution offers businesses with support for direct Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) optimisations for applications, such as Office365 and Salesforce. Further to this, they have introduced SD-WAN 2.0 technology, which offers end-to-end network governance across multi-cloud environments, security features including microsegmentation and real-time threat detection and response capabilities.

With 70 certified managed service providers and 700+ enterprise customers, Nuage Networks have a long history of providing managed SD-WAN services for a range of business requirements.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Offers a unified SD-WAN management platform via the Nuage Networks Virtualised Network Services (VNS) Portal.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE, MPLS and satellite links, leveraging real-time analytics to optimise traffic across hybrid WAN connections.
Integrated Security Features	Includes built-in stateful firewall, micro-segmentation, and integration with third-party security solutions. Supports Zero Trust models with role-based access and policy enforcement. Supports multiple VPNs per WAN link, aiding multi-tenant and department
Quality of Service (QoS)	Enables granular QoS settings with dynamic adjustments based on application and network conditions. Leverages deep packet inspection and application-aware policies to improve performance.
Scalability and Flexibility	Highly scalable architecture supporting thousands of sites, including cloud-first and hybrid environments. Provides zero-touch provisioning and centralised policy enforcement.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Offers integrations with major cloud providers including AWS, Azure and Google Cloud, supporting direct cloud on-ramps and private backbone routing.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Delivers sub-second failover with intelligent link monitoring and multi-path redundancy.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces costs by enabling the use of lower-cost broadband and consolidating multiple network functions.
Analytics and Reporting	Provides detailed analytics through the VNS portal, including real-time and historical views, application visibility and link utilisation metrics.
Programmatic APIs	Offers REST APIs for integration with IT operations, orchestration tools and third-party systems.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G connections for primary or backup links, improving redundancy and allowing deployment in mobile or remote sites.
AI Integrations	Utilises both AI and machine learning for anomaly detection, predictive analytics and automated policy optimisation.
Deployment Models Supported	Supports on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-hosted SD-WAN deployments.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds certifications including ISO 27001 and SOC 2.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 global support, dedicated technical account managers, online documentation and training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Targets Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications.

Oracle

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Unranked North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Enterprise-Grade Networking

Entering the SD-WAN market through its acquisition of Talari Networks in November 2018, Oracle’s SD-WAN solution is especially well-suited for those already using the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.

Further to this, Oracle SD-WAN is ideal for enterprises and large organisations with multiple geographically dispersed locations. Oracle SD-WAN enables these organisations to utilise real time applications, such as VoIP or desktop virtualisation, which can be essential for daily operations. The offering is particularly beneficial for those with multiple WAN links, looking to add bandwidth and/or cloud connectivity whilst retaining a high Quality of Experience (QoE).

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Oracle offers a centralised cloud-based management platform that provides real-time visibility, policy control and network analytics through its Oracle SD-WAN Orchestrator.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Oracle SD-WAN supports MPLS, broadband, LTE and satellite. It uses real-time path monitoring and adaptive policies, with dynamic path selection based on application performance and real-time conditions.
Integrated Security Features	Oracle’s SD-WAN integrates with third-party security platforms but does not include native NGFW or ZTNA, instead focusing on other elements of security, such as segmentation, encryption and traffic isolation. These capabilities are best-showcased by Oracl
Quality of Service (QoS)	Oracle offers granular QoS settings, with deep packet inspection and application-specific policies to optimise traffic routing.
Scalability and Flexibility	Oracle’s SD-WAN is designed for scalable deployments across large, distributed enterprises. It supports thousands of sites with consistent policy enforcement and zero-touch provisioning.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Oracle provides direct cloud integration, especially with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), offering private on-ramps and supporting multi-cloud strategies.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Oracle SD-WAN delivers sub-second failover, multipath redundancy and real-time link health analysis.
Cost Efficiency	Customers benefit from fewer hardware requirements and reduced transport costs, where costly MPLS can be replaced by cheaper broadband links.
Analytics and Reporting	Oracle provides in-depth analytics, including real-time and historical performance metrics.
Programmatic APIs	Oracle offers APIs for integration with third-party platforms, enabling automation of network tasks.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Oracle SD-WAN supports LTE and 5G connectivity through compatible devices.
AI Integrations	Oracle uses machine learning for dynamic path selection and application performance monitoring. AI-driven analytics help detect anomalies, adjust policies and prevent degradation proactively.
Deployment Models Supported	Oracle supports on-premises, cloud-hosted and hybrid deployment models.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Oracle holds certifications including ISO 27001, SOC 2 and PCI DSS.
Support and Training Options	Provides 24/7 technical support, dedicated account teams, an extensive knowledge base and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Designed for Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

Riverbed Technology

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Unranked North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Large Enterprises

Riverbed began as a leader in WAN optimisation with its Steelhead product line, establishing itself as the market standard for over a decade, which helped them to easily transition into the SD-WAN market, using their expertise to improve network performance. This was assisted by Riverbed’s acquisition of Ocedo in 2016, a German SD-WAN provider, to accelerate their entry into the market.

In April 2016, Riverbed launched SteelConnect as an early access offering and SteelConnect 2.0 became the first production version, which was further improved via Riverbed acquiring Xirrus and using their capabilities to improve the WiFi features of their SD-WAN solution.

In October 2019, Riverbed announced SteelConnect EX, which shifted the SD-WAN solution to a more large-scale and enterprise market focus, with industry-leading application acceleration that, BusinessWire reports, boosts performance up to 33x for cloud, SaaS, and on-premises applications.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Riverbed offers a unified management platform, SteelConnect Manager, that provides real-time visibility and policy control.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, MPLS, LTE and satellite links, with dynamic path control to switch between types.
Integrated Security Features	Includes built-in firewall, segmentation, and integration with third-party security tools.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Riverbed leverages WAN optimisation, deep packet inspection and application-aware policies to enable granular QoS controls to prioritise latency-sensitive traffic
Scalability and Flexibility	Easily scales from SMBs to global enterprises, supporting branch expansion and hybrid workforces. Offers zero-touch provisioning and policy-based orchestration.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Integrates with AWS, Azure and other major clouds, with direct cloud access capabilities and use of a private backbone.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Provides sub-second failover, multipath redundancy and link health monitoring.
Cost Efficiency	Enables use of lower-cost broadband links and reduces dependency on MPLS. Consolidated management tools lower operational expenses.
Analytics and Reporting	Built-in analytics offer traffic visibility, usage trends and application insights
Programmatic APIs	Offers APIs for automation, orchestration and integration with third-party systems.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G as primary or backup WAN paths.
AI Integrations	Uses AI/ML to improve traffic routing, detect anomalies and automate policy updates.
Deployment Models Supported	Supports on-premises, hybrid and cloud-based deployments.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Offers support for key compliance standards including ISO 27001 and SOC 2.
Support and Training Options	Provides 24/7 global support, knowledge base and online training. For enterprise customers, dedicated support plans are available.
Target-Market Customers	Focuses on customers from Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Government, Education, Technology, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

SonicWall

Unranked North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific SMBs

With an original focus on Apple networking products in 1991, SonicWall’s offering began with their firewall and security appliances, which were first introduced in 1997 under the name Interpol before being rebranded. SonicWall differentiates itself by integrating SD-WAN capabilities directly into their firewall appliances, however SonicWall SD-WAN is only supported on these SonicWall firewall devices and is not compatible with third-party VPN solutions.

The SonicWall's SD-WAN solution primarily targets distributed small and medium businesses (SMB) through their TZ series appliances, which offer businesses with integrations to the SonicWall Capture Cloud Platform, released in 2018, which is a security portfolio that combines features such as Advanced Threat Protection, Security Centre analytics/reporting, endpoint protection and email security.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	SonicWall provides centralised SD-WAN management via its Capture Security Center and Network Security Manager (NSM).
Support for Multiple Connection Types	SonicWall SD-WAN supports broadband, LTE, MPLS and satellite links, with performance-based path selection optimising traffic flow between these links.
Integrated Security Features	SonicWall offers built-in integrations of their NGFW, threat prevention and Zero Trust features, with support for multiple VPNs per WAN interface.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers granular QoS controls and application-layer intelligence to optimise throughput and reduce latency, prioritising essential application traffic.
Scalability and Flexibility	SonicWall supports scalable deployments from SMBs to large enterprises, with flexible architecture suited to hybrid workforces and growing site counts. For scalability, SonicWall enables zero-touch provisioning via NSM.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Supports direct cloud on-ramps and optimised routing to major cloud providers including AWS and Azure.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers sub-second failover and path redundancy using link health metrics.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces dependency on MPLS by leveraging broadband and LTE links. Consolidates security and networking in one appliance, lowering TCO.
Analytics and Reporting	NSM provides detailed traffic analytics, application-level visibility and historical reporting.
Programmatic APIs	Offers REST APIs for automation and integration into existing IT systems.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports 4G/5G LTE via USB or built-in modems.
AI Integrations	Provides AI-powered threat detection and dynamic policy adjustments improve network resilience and performance.
Deployment Models Supported	Available in on-premises, cloud-managed and hybrid models.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds certifications for ISO 27001, SOC 2 and GDPR.
Support and Training Options	Offers businesses with 24/7 global support, a customer success programme, online training portals and dedicated account management.
Target-Market Customers	Designed for Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Education, Government and Technology markets.

Sophos

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Niche Player North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific SMBs

Sophos made its debut in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for SD-WAN as a Niche Player. Catering to 18,000 SD-WAN enterprise customers globally, Sophos are well-known for their competitive pricing and simplified design for smaller businesses.

Sophos SD-WAN primarily focuses on these smaller and midmarket organisations who are prioritising security, which is highlighted by Sophos being recognised for having limited SD-WAN market visibility for enterprise customers.

Whilst Sophos has limited third-party SSE integrations, Sophos currently partners with Zscaler for SSE capabilities and Sophos indicates they are taking a "pragmatic approach" to cloud-hosted security services, implementing SASE services gradually to add value to hybrid networks.

The second-generation XGS Series firewalls now offer integrated SD-WAN features with flexible ISP and WAN connectivity options, 5G connectivity support and Zero-impact failover with support for up to eight gateways.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Sophos provides centralised cloud management through Sophos Central.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE/5G, MPLS, and satellite connections, with real-time performance metrics used for automatic link selection.
Integrated Security Features	Includes integrated NGFW, IPS, anti-malware and ZTNA, whilst supporting multiple VPNs over a single WAN link.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers application-aware traffic shaping, deep packet inspection and policy-based routing to optimise performance for SaaS and cloud applications.
Scalability and Flexibility	Scales from small sites to large distributed networks and supports hybrid workforce environments. Enables zero-touch provisioning via Sophos Central.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Provides direct cloud access and optimised routing to major cloud platforms, such as Microsoft Azure.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Delivers automatic WAN failover with sub-second detection and multi-path redundancy to maintain uptime during link failures.
Cost Efficiency	Leverages low-cost broadband links and eliminates the need for multiple point solutions by combining SD-WAN with embedded security, reducing total cost of ownership.
Analytics and Reporting	Offers real-time analytics, application-level visibility, and historical reporting via Sophos Central.
Programmatic APIs	Provides APIs for integration with third-party platforms and automation tools.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G connections, enabling quicker site deployments and ensuring connectivity in remote locations.
AI Integrations	Uses AI-driven threat intelligence and automated policy responses to maintain performance and security
Deployment Models Supported	Available as cloud-managed, hybrid or on-premises solutions.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds certifications such as ISO 27001 and SOC 2, whilst supporting GDPR compliance.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 global support, online documentation, training resources and access to Sophos partners for tailored assistance and onboarding.
Target-Market Customers	Targets Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Education, Government, Technology, Manufacturing and Telecommunications.

Turnium

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Unranked North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Managed Services

Turnium initially operated with two distinct brands - Turnium for managed SD-WAN-as-a-service and Multapplied for white-labelled OEM solutions, which enabled their channel partners to launch managed Network-as-a-Service SD-WAN solutions.

Since then, Turnium's SD-WAN solution now operates as a disaggregated SASE solution, where Turnium provides the networking element whilst partners handle security, management, orchestration and other managed services.

Turnium can be deployed on any x86 device as bare metal, in virtual environments and in containers, supporting public and private clouds while enabling hybrid networks. Further to this, Turnium offers integrations via its open API that enables integration with existing OSS/BSS systems, including platforms such as Check Point, Thales and Console Connect.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Turnium offers a centralised management portal via a web-based dashboard, with real-time visibility and unified control across deployments.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE, MPLS and satellite links, with intelligent traffic distribution based on real-time performance.
Integrated Security Features	Includes integrated firewall, traffic segmentation and secure tunnelling. While not positioned as a full security stack, it allows integration with third-party security solutions and enables multiple encrypted tunnels per WAN link.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Turnium enables traffic shaping, packet-based link aggregation and loss recovery to improve application performance and ensure Quality of Service.
Scalability and Flexibility	Built to scale with MSPs and distributed enterprises. Modular design allows easy expansion across branches, remote sites and verticals. Offers zero-touch provisioning via automated deployment tools to assist with this expansion.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Turnium can be deployed in public and private cloud environments, however lacks direct cloud on-ramps.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers sub-second failover, multi-path redundancy and continuous link health checks.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces costs by using low-cost broadband and virtualising WAN functions.
Analytics and Reporting	Provides real-time traffic monitoring and usage reports. Enables visibility into application behaviour, link performance and historical trends.
Programmatic APIs	Offers APIs for integration with billing, provisioning and monitoring platforms. Facilitates automation and multi-tenant management for service providers.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G for primary or backup connectivity.
AI Integrations	N/A
Deployment Models Supported	Available as on-premises, virtual and cloud-hosted solutions.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Supports compliance with ISO 27001.
Support and Training Options	Provides 24/7 support for partners, online documentation and training modules.
Target-Market Customers	Focuses on Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Technology, Telecommunications, Government, Energy and Transportation businesses.

VMware VeloCloud

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Leader North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Large Enterprises

VeloCloud was founded in 2012 and since 2017 they have been recognised as an SD-WAN market leader. VeloCloud's position is supported by their extensive global network of over 3,700 gateways across 200+ Points of Presence (PoPs) and their cloud-native architecture. Further to this, it should be noted that VeloCloud leads the global market for unified SASE with a 44% market share.

VMware VeloCloud offers businesses with a global backbone, as well as the ability to implement external security services and multiple cloud environments, which provides their solution with a wider range of functionality than other vendors (albeit at the cost of greater management complexity).

Due to this, VMware SD-WAN provides cloud integration capabilities, which enables easy connectivity for multiple cloud environments. This is backed up by VeloCloud’s asymmetric routing capabilities enabling connections to cloud services using multiple internet service providers (ISPs) or paths.

VMware's improved performance enables businesses to carry out tasks such as VoIP and multiple virtual desktops company wide without traffic degradation affecting operations.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	VMware offers a centralised orchestrator that provides real-time visibility, policy management and configuration control across all sites.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, MPLS, LTE and satellite links. VMware leverages dynamic multipath optimisation (DMPO) and real-time performance metrics to select between these links.
Integrated Security Features	Integrates with VMware SASE for NGFW, ZTNA and secure web gateways. Security is cloud-delivered, reducing local complexity, whilst VMware also supports multiple VPNs per WAN link, improving traffic segmentation and resilience.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers application-aware QoS, with deep packet inspection, app-specific policies and real-time prioritisation for granular control across branches and cloud services.
Scalability and Flexibility	Scales from small branches to global enterprises. Fast onboarding and multi-tenant support make it suitable for growing organisations and service providers. Also offers zero-touch provisioning with central policy control and pre-configured edge devices wi
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Offers direct cloud on-ramps to AWS, Azure and Google Cloud, whilst also integrating with VMware Cloud and their private backbone for multi-cloud .
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Sub-second failover with link health monitoring and path conditioning.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces reliance on MPLS by prioritising cheaper broadband connectivity.
Analytics and Reporting	Built-in analytics offer real-time and historical visibility, app-level insights and bandwidth usage metrics.
Programmatic APIs	Offers REST APIs for automation, orchestration and integration with third-party systems.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	LTE/5G supported for primary or backup connectivity.
AI Integrations	Both AI and machine learning used for anomaly detection, automated link remediation and policy optimisation.
Deployment Models Supported	Supports on-premises, hybrid and cloud-based models.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds ISO 27001, SOC 2 and PCI DSS certifications.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 global support, customer success managers and extensive online training resources via VMware Learning.
Target-Market Customers	Focus on Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

WatchGuard Technologies

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Unranked North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific SMBs

Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, WatchGuard Technologies are a global leader in network security and serves more than 250,000 small and midsize enterprises worldwide.

Introducing their initial SD-WAN solution into their Fireware security software suite, replacing their previous policy-based routing solution. This has continued across later iterations, with WatchGuard offering their SD-WAN functionality embedded directly in their Firebox appliances, combining security and SD-WAN in a single platform, which provides a significant cost advantage to small and midsize businesses.

Further security features can be integrated through their Total Security Suite and, as of 2025, WatchGuard are recognised as being well-positioned to meet SD-WAN 3.0 requirements, creating a unified infrastructure for cloud, mobility, and as-a-service technologies.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	WatchGuard offers centralised management via its Cloud platform, providing unified visibility and policy control.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE and MPLS, with real-time performance monitoring to route traffic based on link quality.
Integrated Security Features	Includes a built-in Next-Generation Firewall, intrusion prevention, web filtering and antivirus. Supports multiple VPNs over a single WAN connection for improved segmentation capabilities.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers configurable QoS settings to prioritise critical applications, with QoS rules defined by application, port or protocol. Techniques supported include traffic shaping and application-layer visibility using deep packet inspection.
Scalability and Flexibility	Scales from small businesses to multi-site enterprises. Zero-touch deployment is supported via WatchGuard Cloud
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Provides integration with major cloud platforms through secure VPNs and supports cloud-hosted management, however it lacks dedicated cloud on-ramps.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers link monitoring, multi-path redundancy and sub-second failover to maintain service continuity.
Cost Efficiency	Enables cost savings by reducing reliance on MPLS, combining network and security functions into a single appliance and using broadband as a primary transport.
Analytics and Reporting	WatchGuard Cloud includes reporting tools with application-level insights and bandwidth usage metrics.
Programmatic APIs	Provides APIs for integration with third-party tools and for automating tasks such as provisioning, monitoring and policy updates.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	LTE support is available via compatible external modems.
AI Integrations	AI is used primarily in threat detection within the security features.
Deployment Models Supported	Supports on-premises and hybrid models. Cloud-based control is available but full cloud-native SD-WAN deployment is limited.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds certifications including ISO 27001, SOC 2 and GDPR compliance.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 support, online documentation, video tutorials and optional training courses. Premium support and account management are available for enterprise customers.
Target-Market Customers	Markets include Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Education, Government, Technology and Manufacturing.

Zyxel

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Unranked North America Europe Asia-Pacific SMBs

First launching it’s SD-WAN solution in 2018, Zyxel states that they "believe that this type of technology should be for everyone". This ethos has determined their market focus, as Zyxel SD-WAN primarily targets small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), as well as catering to Managed Service Providers (MSPs).

For Managed Service Providers, Zyxel SD-WAN creates new service opportunities by allowing them to deploy multiple endpoints across client sites to create high-availability network clouds.

Zyxel has been awarded the "VPN Champion," "Network Firewall Best in ROI," and "Network Firewall Champion" from Security Solutions Professional User Rating 2025 in Germany and, whilst these aren’t specific to their SD-WAN solution, it does highlight Zyxel’s expertise in networking and security – both of which are the core of SD-WAN functionality.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Zyxel’s SD-WAN is managed through the Nebula cloud platform.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Zyxel supports broadband, LTE and MPLS transport types, with intelligent load balancing, application-aware routing and link failover to switch between these paths.
Integrated Security Features	Integrated with Zyxel’s Unified Security Gateway, the solution includes firewall, content filtering, and intrusion detection. It also supports multiple IPsec VPNs on a single WAN interface, improving security and segmentation.
Quality of Service (QoS)	QoS policies can be centrally defined through Nebula and enforced via deep packet inspection.
Scalability and Flexibility	Zyxel is well-suited for SMBs and mid-sized enterprises, allowing expansion via Nebula. New branches or remote offices can be brought online via zero-touch provisioning and centralised policy templates.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Zyxel SD-WAN provides direct cloud connectivity to major platforms, such as AWS, Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers support for link failover with sub-second detection, automatic rerouting and path redundancy.
Cost Efficiency	Zyxel prioritises use of broadband and LTE, which reduces reliance on costly MPLS circuits.
Analytics and Reporting	Nebula provides real-time and historical analytics on bandwidth usage, traffic patterns and application performance.
Programmatic APIs	Nebula offers open APIs that enable integration with third-party systems and automation tools.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	LTE and 5G connections are supported via Zyxel’s cellular-enabled routers.
AI Integrations	Zyxel offers basic AI-driven features in Nebula, including automated bandwidth allocation and traffic prioritisation alerts.
Deployment Models Supported	Offers on-premises, hybrid and cloud-managed models.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Zyxel adheres to ISO 27001 and GDPR compliance across its cloud services.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 online support, regional helpdesks and access to product documentation and training materials via the Zyxel Education Centre. For partners, Zyxel also offers further levels of technical assistance.
Target-Market Customers	Focuses on Education, Retail, Healthcare and Hospitality.

Bigleaf Networks

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Unranked North America Europe SMBs

Founded in 2012, Bigleaf Networks have since grown significantly, now offering an extensive backbone with multiple points of presence. The latest edition for these came in 2021, where an eleventh worldwide PoP was delivered in Denver, Colorado – meanwhile, data centers in Seattle, Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago and New York highlighting Bigleaf’s ability to cater to SMBs.

This makes Bigleaf ideal for businesses that lack extensive IT resources and personnel but need reliable internet connectivity for cloud-based applications, especially when considering that Bigleaf peers with over 150 different cloud, content, and carrier networks.

Whilst Bigleaf does not meet the criteria to gain a Gartner magic quadrant status, Businesswire recognised Bigleaf Networks as a leader in the SD-WAN market, winning multiple G2 Winter 2025 Awards for categories such as Best Estimated ROI, Fastest Implementation and Best Usability.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Bigleaf provides a centralised web-based portal offering real-time visibility and proactive alerts into network activity.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE, satellite and MPLS. Switches between these links via application-aware, dynamic path control with automatic failover and traffic steering.
Integrated Security Features	N/A (Customers are expected to integrate their own firewalls or third-party security tools.)
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers application-aware QoS that prioritises traffic automatically via automatic failover, session re-routing and real-time link assessments.
Scalability and Flexibility	Scales well for small to mid-sized businesses and distributed enterprises -however, not typically used in very large, global networks.Offers zero touch provisioning for plug-and-play deployment with automatic configuration.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Provides automatic cloud prioritisation with direct access to its own backbone.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers sub-second failover with session preservation, automatic rerouting and continuous link quality monitoring.
Cost Efficiency	Enables use of affordable broadband links instead of MPLS.
Analytics and Reporting	Provides live and historical reporting on circuit performance, application behaviour and outage history.
Programmatic APIs	N/A
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE as a WAN connection.
AI Integrations	N/A
Deployment Models Supported	Offers cloud-based models only.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	N/A
Support and Training Options	Provides 24/7 customer support, onboarding help, online documentation and responsive technical assistance.
Target-Market Customers	Primarily targets businesses from Healthcare, Retail, Education, Technology and Manufacturing markets.

Checkpoint Software Technologies

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Unranked North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Large Enterprises

In 1993 Check Point Software Technologies were well-known for initially introducing FireWall-1, the IT industry's first stateful inspection firewall technology. However, it took until February 2023 for Check Point's Quantum SD-WAN solution be released.

Much was made of this fact, however, Check Point had previously considered acquiring an SD-WAN vendor but ultimately walked away due to concerns over the quality of the technology and the belief that the integration with both their firewalls and networking code would be far stronger when built from the ground-up.

This delayed entry into the SD-WAN market represents Check Point's strategic decision to prioritise security integration over speed to market, which should be viewed positively by enterprises that are concerned with security capabilities of a chosen SD-WAN solution.

Further to this, Check Point's Quantum SD-WAN supports more than 1,000 applications and is positioned as part of a complete SASE package, when combined with their Harmony Connect (SSE) product – extending the range of security features that the solution has to offer.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Managed through Check Point Infinity Portal, offering a unified cloud-native interface for SD-WAN, security and policy management.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE/5G, MPLS and satellite links, with application-aware routing and real-time link assessment to switch between links.
Integrated Security Features	Integrates a full NGFW, IPS, antivirus, anti-bot, URL filtering and Zero Trust controls.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Provides granular QoS with dynamic bandwidth allocation, application-layer awareness, deep packet inspection and traffic shaping.
Scalability and Flexibility	Supports thousands of sites with centralised control. Easily scales, leveraging zero-touch provisioning via the Infinity portal, for distributed enterprises, hybrid workforces and branch expansion.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Direct cloud access supported via secure cloud connectors that integrates with AWS, Azure and Google Cloud.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Offers sub-second failover, WAN link monitoring and active-active configurations for continuous uptime.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces costs by consolidating network and security into one platform. Enables use of affordable broadband while reducing dependency on MPLS.
Analytics and Reporting	Provides real-time and historical analytics through Infinity Portal.
Programmatic APIs	RESTful APIs allow automation of provisioning, monitoring, and policy management.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Offers businesses with LTE/5G support with integrated security, enabling remote site and mobile connectivity.
AI Integrations	Uses AI to analyse traffic patterns, auto-adjust policies and detect anomalies.
Deployment Models Supported	Available as on-premises, hybrid or cloud-delivered SD-WAN.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Complies with ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA and other industry regulations.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 support, online knowledge base, dedicated account management and training through Check Point’s Infinity Training portal.
Target-Market Customers	Targets Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Government, Education, Technology, Manufacturing and Telecommunications markets.

Cloudflare

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Unranked North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Large Enterprises

Cloudflare doesn't offer a traditional SD-WAN solution, but rather an alternative called Magic WAN. Magic WAN is a software-defined underlay built on the company's private backbone network. While SD-WAN typically relies on physical or virtual appliances at each site, Magic WAN minimises on-premises hardware requirements by leveraging Cloudflare's global edge network.

Magic WAN forms part of Cloudflare One, their complete SASE platform, integrating with other security features such as Magic Firewall for enforcing network policies at Cloudflare's edge.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Cloudflare One provides unified SD-WAN and security management via a single cloud dashboard.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE/5G, MPLS and satellite, offering application-aware routing to switch between these links.
Integrated Security Features	Provides built-in Zero Trust security with secure web gateway, next generation firewall and zero trust network architecture.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Offers configurable QoS policies, enabling prioritisation of latency-sensitive apps via deep packet inspection and traffic shaping.
Scalability and Flexibility	Fully cloud-based and scalable across thousands of sites. Offers zero-touch provisioning and automatic policy enforcement that easily integrates with existing networks via Cloudflare’s global edge.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Direct on-ramps to AWS, Azure, Google Cloud and other cloud platforms. Leverages Cloudflare’s private backbone for consistent, low-latency cloud performance.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Cloudflare offers sub-second failover, intelligent path monitoring and multi-path redundancy capabilities.
Cost Efficiency	Replaces MPLS with cost-effective broadband.
Analytics and Reporting	Offers real-time and historical analytics with application-level insights.
Programmatic APIs	Provides APIs for automation and third-party integration.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE/5G as a primary or backup WAN link.
AI Integrations	Uses AI for predictive performance optimisation, automatic policy tuning and anomaly detection to prevent outages.
Deployment Models Supported	Fully cloud-delivered model, with hybrid support via existing infrastructure.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, PCI DSS and HIPAA certifications.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 support, onboarding assistance, online training and a knowledge base. Enterprise plans can also benefit from dedicated account management.
Target-Market Customers	Focuses on businesses within Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Technology, Education, Government, Manufacturing and Transportation markets.

FlexiWAN

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Unranked North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific Open-Source Market

FlexiWAN is the industry's first open-source SD-WAN solution, removing vendor lock-in and enabling both dynamic third-party applications and integrations with cloud security SASE solutions.

Officially launched in April 2019 at the MPLS+SDN+NFV World event in Paris, FlexiWAN offers a hardware-agnostic model that works on a variety of open computing platforms. This makes it a cost-effective solution, enabling the use of a variety of hardware resources and allows the scaling of small deployments (2 CPU cores and 4 GB RAM) to large servers and cloud platforms.

Since its launch, flexiWAN has grown significantly, with more than 4,000 accounts created on the platform, as of 2025, and with the addition of Adtran's SmartWAN capabilities, FlexiWAN now brings several AI-driven features to improve performance and reliability for businesses.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Flexiwan provides a modular, cloud-based management system with real-time visibility, centralised policy control and open architecture.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE/5G, MPLS and satellite, switching links via application-aware routing and dynamic path selection capabilities.
Integrated Security Features	Offers integrated firewall capabilities and supports third-party security services. Users can choose their preferred security stack, aligning with Flexiwan’s modular design.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Allows application-based prioritisation and dynamic traffic shaping. Enables traffic steering and performance monitoring for specific applications.
Scalability and Flexibility	Scales from small sites to large/global networks. Offers zero-touch provisioning via its cloud manager. Centralised templates and open APIs simplify configuration.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Supports direct cloud access via integrations with AWS, Azure and other public clouds.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Provides multi-path redundancy with failover in under a second.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces costs by using low-cost internet and consolidating network functions. Open-source licensing avoids vendor lock-in and allows budget-friendly scaling.
Analytics and Reporting	Offers real-time dashboards and historical data on bandwidth, application usage and network health.
Programmatic APIs	Open source solution that provides open APIs and SDKs for full network programmability.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	LTE/5G support is available for primary or backup use.
AI Integrations	N/A
Deployment Models Supported	Supports cloud-managed, hybrid and on-premises deployments.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	N/A
Support and Training Options	Offers online documentation, community support and partner-led training.
Target-Market Customers	Designed for Technology, Telecommunications, Education, Retail and Transportation.

Netskope

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Leader North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacfic Remote Workforces

In July 2024, Netskope debuted as a Leader in the 2024 Magic Quadrant for Single-Vendor SASE, which includes both Netskope's Borderless SD-WAN and their Intelligent SSE (Security Service Edge) solution.

Netskope's SD-WAN journey began with the acquisition of Infiot in 2022, which led to the introduction of Netskope Borderless SD-WAN. Netskope's NewEdge network, which is where their SD-WAN services reside, spans 71+ regions worldwide, supporting both the hybrid and cloud-first enterprise markets.

Netskope's approach allows customers to make best-of-breed security and networking decisions without trade-offs, supporting over 75,000 applications with context-aware policies.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Netskope provides a unified cloud-based management console offering real-time visibility, policy control and analytics across SD-WAN and SSE services.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE/5G, MPLS, and satellite links. Netskope uses real-time analytics to monitor performance and dynamically select the appropriate path.
Integrated Security Features	Netskope’s SD-WAN includes embedded NGFW, SWG, CASB, ZTNA and supports multiple VPN overlays per WAN link, for improved segmentation.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Provides dynamic adjustments via deep packet inspection and application-based policies to offer Quality of Service.
Scalability and Flexibility	Cloud-native architecture built for large-scale deployment with support for hybrid workforces. Offers zero-touch provisioning to quickly bring new sites online.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Integrates directly with major cloud providers using private backbones and local cloud on-ramps, enabling multi-cloud environments.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Provides sub-second failover with continuous link monitoring and multi-path redundancy.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces reliance on MPLS by using broadband and cellular links.
Analytics and Reporting	Offers analytics with AI-powered insights, historical trend data and detailed traffic reports.
Programmatic APIs	Provides open APIs for orchestration and integration with ITSM, SIEM and third-party systems.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Full support for LTE and 5G links, enabling remote workforces.
AI Integrations	Utilises AI to automate traffic routing, detect anomalies and recommend policy changes.
Deployment Models Supported	Supports cloud-native, hybrid and on-premises deployments
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds certifications including ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II and supports compliance with GDPR, HIPAA and PCI DSS.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 global support, dedicated account management, online training and customer success programmes.
Target-Market Customers	Focuses on Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

Zscaler

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Unranked North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific SMBs

At Zenith Live 2023, Zscaler introduced its first networking appliance as part of its Zero Trust Branch Connectivity product, which moved away from their previous enteries into the SD-WAN market – which had been not as a vendor but as a security partner for existing SD-WAN solutions.

Since then, Zscaler has broaden their solution into a full SASE solution and has become a significant player in the SASE market. Zscaler are now the overall leader in the SASE market, extending their market share to become only the second vendor (after Cisco in Q3 2019) to achieve 20% or more revenue share.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Centralised Cloud Management	Offers a unified, cloud-native management platform with real-time visibility and policy control via the Zscaler Central Authority.
Support for Multiple Connection Types	Supports broadband, LTE/5G, MPLS and satellite connections, whilst using cloud intelligence to optimise this traffic routing.
Integrated Security Features	Fully integrates Zero Trust Network Access, Cloud Firewall and advanced threat protection, whilst also offering support for multiple VPNs over a single WAN.
Quality of Service (QoS)	Enables granular QoS with dynamic adjustment based on real-time application requirements, application-aware routing and cloud proximity for improved Software-as-a-Service and web application performance.
Scalability and Flexibility	Scales easily across global enterprises, enabling zero-touch provisioning and central policy control.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Offers direct cloud on-ramps to AWS, Azure, Google Cloud and other platforms via Zscaler Cloud Connect - utilising private backbones to improve this connectivity.
Resilience and Failover Capabilities	Provides sub-second failover with multi-path redundancy and real-time link health monitoring.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces dependency on MPLS by utilising both broadband and mobile links, which are cheaper.
Analytics and Reporting	Includes AI-driven analytics for real-time insights and historical trends.
Programmatic APIs	Provides RESTful APIs for integration with third-party tools and automation systems.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G as primary or backup connectivity options.
AI Integrations	Utilises AI for threat detection, policy automation and performance tuning capabilities.
Deployment Models Supported	Cloud-delivered by design but supports hybrid scenarios through integration with on-premises infrastructure and SD-WAN partners.
Compliance and Regulatory Certifications	Holds ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, PCI DSS and HIPAA certifications.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 global support, onboarding assistance, knowledge base and online training resources. Premium support includes dedicated account teams.
Target-Market Customers	Targets Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

Managed Telco SD-WAN Providers

AT&T

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Cisco Catalyst Vmware VeloCloud HPE Aruba EdgeConnect FatPipe Fortinet Palo Alto Prisma North America

AT&T offers a range of managed SD-WAN services, partnering with multiple vendors including Cisco Catalyst, VMware VeloCloud, HPE Aruba EdgeConnect and FatPipe. Providing fully managed and co-managed SD-WAN options, AT&T's own network-based SD-WAN platform offers features such as direct cloud on-ramps and extensive interoperability. AT&T also offers a self-service SD-WAN option for SMBs through AT&T Business Wi-Fi with Cisco Meraki, providing simplified network management with cloud-based controls.

Since 2022, AT&T has offered its next-generation SD-WAN service to deliver up to 10 Gbps speeds with improved orchestration, allowing customers to run multiple virtual network functions.

AT&T has consistently been recognised as a leader in the managed SD-WAN space, ranking first in the 2019 U.S. Carrier Managed Leaderboard report for SD-WAN Services by Vertical Systems Group.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	AT&T collaborates with multiple SD-WAN vendors, including Cisco (Cisco SD-WAN), Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, HPE Aruba EdgeConnect and Vmware VeloCloud.
Integrated Security Features	AT&T's SD-WAN solutions incorporate security features such as Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) frameworks, and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA).
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	AT&T's SD-WAN solutions support integration with leading public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure and Google Cloud), offering direct cloud connectivity and optimised routing, as well as offering multi-cloud capabilities for businesses that utilise a wider rang
Cost Efficiency	Optimised transport and operational costs through reduced MPLS reliance, centralised managed, Zero-Touch Deployment and improved application performance.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	AT&T's SD-WAN solutions support LTE and 5G connectivity, implemented through wireless/LTE transport options, adding redundancy, increasing deployment flexibility and improving connectivity in remote or mobile scenarios.
Deployment Models Supported	AT&T offers on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN deployment options, allowing organisations to choose deployment models that best-align with their infrastructure strategies, whether they require legacy-compatible, hybrid or cloud-first approac
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	AT&T offers SD-WAN SLAs for network availability, packet loss, congestion, jitter and latency.
Support and Training Options	AT&T offers 24/7 helpdesk support, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy, Telecommunications.

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Versa Networks Cisco Catalyst Cisco Meraki Nuage Networks VNS Palo Alto Prisma Fortinet VMware VeloCloud Europe

BT partners with Cisco Catalyst, Cisco Meraki, Nuage Networks VNS, Palo Alto Prisma, Fortinet, and VMware VeloCloud for its managed SD-WAN services. For businesses with a focus on security and network performance, BT has launched a global managed service with Cisco, as well as security-focused SD-WAN through Fortinet. Their Agile Connect SD-WAN solution, which utilises Nokia Nuage Networks, provides pre-built gateways for businesses requiring regional performance optimisation.

BT is listed in fourth place amongst the top companies for managed SD-WAN services according to Vertical Systems Group's Global Provider Carrier Managed SD-WAN Leaderboard.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	BT collaborates with leading SD-WAN vendors, including Cisco, VMware VeloCloud, Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks.
Integrated Security Features	BT's SD-WAN solutions incorporate advanced security measures such as Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Secure Web Gateway (SWG) and Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) functionalities.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	BT's SD-WAN solutions offer direct connectivity to major cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud, supporting multi-cloud environments.
Cost Efficiency	Optimised transport and operational costs through reduced MPLS reliance, centralised managed, Zero-Touch Deployment and improved application performance.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	BT's SD-WAN solutions support LTE and 5G connectivity, implemented through wireless/LTE transport options, adding redundancy, increasing deployment flexibility and improving connectivity in remote or mobile scenarios. Deployment Models Supported
Deployment Models Supported	BT offers on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN deployment options, allowing organisations to choose deployment models that best-align with their infrastructure strategies, whether they require legacy-compatible, hybrid or cloud-first approach.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	BT offers a market-leading SLA for their BTnet Leased Line service with a 100% target availability guarantee, including financial compensation if they fail to meet this commitment.
Support and Training Options	BT offers comprehensive customer support, including 24/7 helpdesks, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	BT's SD-WAN solutions are suitable for various sectors, including Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy, and Telecommunications.

Lumen Technologies (CenturyLink)

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Versa Networks VMware VeloCloud Cisco Catalyst Cisco Meraki Fortinet North America Europe Asia-Pacific

Previously known as CenturyLink, Lumen Technologies delivers fully managed SD-WAN solutions, including partnerships with VMware VeloCloud, Cisco Catalyst, Cisco Meraki, Versa Networks and Fortinet. Lumen integrates AI-driven analytics and automation, also offering co-managed solutions with improved network visibility and control. One of the key benefits of utilising Lumen is their Sovereign Secure SASE solution with Versa, which significantly improves security at the network edge for more rigorously regulated industries - such as financial services.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	Lumen collaborates with leading SD-WAN vendors, including Versa Networks, VMware (VeloCloud), Cisco Meraki and Cisco Catalyst.
Integrated Security Features	Lumen's SD-WAN solutions incorporate advanced security measures such as stateful firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), URL filtering and content filtering.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Lumen's SD-WAN integrates with major cloud platforms, such as Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud and AWS, Lumen offers direct cloud connectivity via MPLS/Ethernet across 21 countries.
Cost Efficiency	Optimised transport and operational costs through reduced MPLS reliance, centralised managed, Zero-Touch Deployment and improved application performance.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Lumen's SD-WAN solutions support LTE and 5G connectivity, implemented through wireless/LTE transport options, adding redundancy, increasing deployment flexibility and improving connectivity in remote or mobile scenarios. Deployment Models Supported
Deployment Models Supported	Lumen offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Lumen offers end-to-end SLA guarantees for Performance Assurance, which includes metrics for frame delivery, frame delay, and delay variation.
Support and Training Options	Lumen offers customer support, including 24/7 helpdesks, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Lumen's SD-WAN solutions cater to various sectors, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

China Mobile

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China Mobile International North America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific

China Mobile offers SD-WAN services through its subsidiary China Mobile International (CMI), delivering solutions for businesses requiring cross-border network connectivity. The CMI SD-WAN platform integrates with a global backbone for improved performance and connectivity, whilst bilingual support ensures your business can get the help they need, regardless of the region and direct connectivity options between China and international markets, which is hugely beneficial for businesses that operate in China, such as manufacturers.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	N/A (Only utilises China Mobile International)
Integrated Security Features	China Mobile's SD-WAN solutions offer traffic encryption.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	The SD-WAN solution supports access to public cloud platforms.
Cost Efficiency	By utilising broadband, internet and LTE, China Mobile's SD-WAN provides cost-efficiencies by reducing reliance on traditional MPLS circuits.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	China Mobile supports LTE connectivity for redundancy and more rural requirements.
Deployment Models Supported	China Mobile offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises, hybrid and cloud-based SD-WAN solutions.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	China Mobile Americas provides a specific SLA of 99.95% between CGW to CGW (Customer Gateway to Customer Gateway), with latency guarantees available upon request.
Support and Training Options	China Mobile offers bilingual customer support to assist clients with implementation and ongoing management of their SD-WAN and has been known to host big data training camps
Target-Market Customers	Retail, Manufacturing, Technology, Transportation

China Telecom

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Versa Networks North America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific

China Telecom provides managed and self-managed SD-WAN solutions through its partnership with Versa Networks. Operating via 15 global cloud hubs, China Telecom offer an SD-WAN platform that is designed for compliance with Chinese regulatory requirements whilst also still integrating with mainstream SaaS applications. This functionality is essential for businesses operating in and around the China region and China Telecom enables secure, cross-border connectivity for these businesses.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	China Telecom partners with Versa Networks
Integrated Security Features	China Telecom offers security integrations such as Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Unified Threat Management (UTM), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS).
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	China Telecom's SD-WAN solutions offer integratiosn with major cloud platforms and supports multi-cloud environments.
Cost Efficiency	The solutions leverage cost-effective broadband options and consolidate network functions, leading to reduced reliance on expensive MPLS circuits and lower operational expenses.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	China Telecom's SD-WAN solutions support LTE and 5G connectivity, enabling remote or mobile workforces.
Deployment Models Supported	The SD-WAN offerings include on-premises, hybrid, and fully cloud-based options.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	China Telecom provides performance Service Level Agreements (SLAs), including uptime guarantees and latency thresholds.
Support and Training Options	China Telecom offers support through 24/7 helpdesks, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	China Telecom's SD-WAN solutions are tailored for various industries, including Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications.

China Unicom

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Cisco Catalyst Huawei Ngena North America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific

Partnering with Cisco, Huawei and Ngena for their SD-WAN services, China Unicom delivers managed SD-WAN with a focus on cross-border networking and hybrid cloud integration. Their SD-WAN platform supports multi-cloud connectivity and is tailored for businesses that require high-performance links between China and other regions.

Previously, China Unicom has received the "SD-WAN Project Excellent Service Award" and the "SD-WAN Excellent Industry Application Award", awarded by CITIC telecom.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	China Unicom offers SD-WAN partnerships with Cisco Catalyst, Huawei and Ngena.
Integrated Security Features	China Unicom's SD-WAN solutions offer end-to-end encrypted IPsec VPN tunnels.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	The SD-WAN solutions integrate seamlessly with major cloud platforms, including Alibaba Cloud, Tencent Cloud, AWS, and Huawei Cloud.
Cost Efficiency	By leveraging a combination of MPLS,VPN and LTE, China Unicom's SD-WAN solutions enable more efficient bandwidth utilisation, reducing reliance on expensive MPLS circuits
Support for Cellular Connectivity	China Unicom supports LTE connectivity.
Deployment Models Supported	China Unicom offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises setups, hybrid models and fully cloud-based SD-WAN solutions.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	N/A
Support and Training Options	China Unicom collaborates with educational institutions such as Huawei ICT Academy to provide training programs. China Unicom also offers consultation services where their professional team gets involved at the early stages of business planning to design
Target-Market Customers	China Unicom's targets finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications markets.

Comcast Business

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Comcast Business offers fully managed SD-WAN solutions through partnerships with Versa Networks, Fortinet, HPE Aruba EdgeConnect, Cisco Catalyst and Cisco Meraki. Their ActiveCore platform has been a key feature for their SD-WAN solution, providing cloud-based management and network automation capabilities.

In 2023, Comcast Business was recognised as a Leader in Managed SD-WAN Services and SDN Transformation Services by Information Services Group (ISG) in their ISG Provider Lens report.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	Comcast Business partners with Versa Networks, Fortinet, HPE Aruba EdgeConnect, Cisco Catalyst and Meraki.
Integrated Security Features	Comcast Business' SD-WAN solutions integrate security features such as Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Secure Web Gateway (SWG) and Unified Threat Management (UTM).
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	The solutions offer seamless integration with leading cloud platforms, supporting multi-cloud environments. Features include direct cloud on-ramps and private backbone usage.
Cost Efficiency	Comcast Business's SD-WAN leverages cost-effective broadband options, reducing reliance on expensive MPLS circuits.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	The SD-WAN solutions support LTE and 5G connectivity, enabling remote workforces and adding redundancy capabilities.
Deployment Models Supported	Comcast Business offers on-premises, hybrid, and fully cloud-based SD-WAN options.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Comcast Business's managed SD-WAN solution offers a 99.99% uptime SLA, delivered through their extensive IP backbone network.
Support and Training Options	Comcast Business offers 24/7 customer support, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Comcast Business's SD-WAN solutions are suitable for various sectors, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

Deutsche Telekom

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Juniper Networks Telekom SD-X Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific

Deutsche Telekom’s SD-WAN solutions are built in partnership with Juniper Networks, offering managed services under the Telekom SD-X (Software Defined Everything) platform. Deutsche Telekom SD-X acts as a marketplace where customers can select and combine services in a store with modular components - creating a multivendor service edge, supporting and enabling improvements to various network capabilities, such as internet connectivity, security, stable fast local networks, WiFi, VPN and remote access.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	Deutsche Telekom supports Juniper Networks, as well as offering their own Telekom SD-X.
Integrated Security Features	Deutsche Telekom offers integrations for Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) frameworks, including Secure Web Gateway (SWG) and Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB).
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Deutsche Telekom's SD-WAN solutions integrate with leading cloud platforms and support multi-cloud environments. They offer direct cloud on-ramps and utilise private backbones.
Cost Efficiency	By leveraging low-cost broadband options and offering flexible licensing models, Deutsche Telekom's SD-WAN solutions reduce reliance on expensive MPLS circuits and reduces operational expenses.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Deutsche Telekom supports both LTE and 5G connectivity, improving redundancy, deployment flexibility and ensuring connectivity in remote or mobile scenarios.
Deployment Models Supported	Deutsche Telekom offers flexible deployment models, including on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN options.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Deutsche Telkom provides service and performance SLAs.
Support and Training Options	Support and training options are available, such as 24/7 helpdesks, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Deutsche Telekom's managed SD-WAN solutions are suitable for a wide range of industries, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

GTT Communications

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Fortinet HPE Aruba EdgeConnect VMware VeloCloud North America Europe

GTT Communications partners with Fortinet, HPE Aruba EdgeConnect and VMware VeloCloud for managed SD-WAN services. With a global backbone network composed of over 450 points of presence, GTT provides secure, scalable and cloud-ready solutions tailored for distributed enterprises.

GTT Communications have been awarded the title of Leader in the Managed SD-WAN for Germany by the Information Services Group (ISG) in their ISG Provider Lens Network report.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	GTT Communications partners with Fortinet, HPE Aruba EdgeConnect and VMware VeloCloud
Integrated Security Features	GTT's SD-WAN integrates security measures such as unified firewall capabilities.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	GTT's SD-WAN solution supports integration with leading cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS and Google Cloud.
Cost Efficiency	GTT's SD-WAN leverages broadband, VPN and MPLS, to optimise connectivity and scalability, reducing reliance on expensive MPLS circuits and simplifying infrastructure requirements.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	GTT Communications' managed SD-WAN services support both LTE and 5G connectivity options
Deployment Models Supported	GTT offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN solutions.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	GTT provides 99.999% availability SLAs, with a ≤0.1% frame/packet loss ratio and frame jitter guaranteed to be ≤2ms.
Support and Training Options	GTT offers ongoing local support from certified experts and basic strategic guidance for optimising SD-WAN deployment.
Target-Market Customers	GTT's SD-WAN solutions are suitable for various sectors, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

Hughes Network Systems

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VMware VeloCloud Fortinet Cisco Meraki Cradlepoint North America Latin America Europe Asia-Pacific

Hughes Network Systems introduced its managed SD-WAN solution for the public sector in 2017, adding it to their large portfolio of HughesON managed services for multi-site organisations and complimenting their previously developed proprietary ActiveTechnologies, which forms the backbone of their SD-WAN solution.

As a global leader in managed SD-WAN, Hughes has implemented and manages thousands of SD-WAN deployments for more than 100 customers across North America and internationally.

In 2018, HughesON Managed SD-WAN won the SD-WAN Product of the Year Award from Internet Telephony magazine, showcasing their SD-WAN capabilities.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	Hughes Network Systems partners with VMware VeloCloud, Fortinet, Cisco Merkai and Cradlepoint
Integrated Security Features	Security offerings include Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Secure Web Gateway (SWG) and encryption capabilities.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Direct cloud on-ramps to AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Supports multi-cloud networking with private backbone access.
Cost Efficiency	Supports both broadband and LTE to reduce MPLS dependency.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G connectivity with automatic failover.
Deployment Models Supported	Deployment for on-premises, hybrid and cloud-based architectures.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Although no SLAs, Hughes features ActivePath technology which uses Intelligent Multipath Replication (IMR) to automatically replicate application traffic across available WAN paths to prevent brownout and blackout for applications such as VoIP.
Support and Training Options	Provides 24/7 support, online training and dedicated account management.
Target-Market Customers	Used in sectors such as Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Government, Technology, Transportation, Telecommunications.

KDDI

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Cisco Catalyst HPE Aruba EdgeConnect Fortinet Latin America Europe Asia-Pacific

The KDDI Corporation is a large Japanese telecommunications provider. KDDI has established a global presence by deploying managed SD-WAN services across multiple regions, including Europe, the Americas and ASEAN, partnering with vendors such as Cisco to deliver these solutions.

All Nippon Airways (ANA) implemented KDDI's SD-WAN, enabling new work styles for employees across global locations and providing consistent service quality across geographical boundaries.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	KDDI partners with Cisco Catalyst, HPE Aruba EdgeConnect and Fortinet.
Integrated Security Features	Offers KDDI Security Cloud based on Symantec Blue Coat technology, next-generation firewall (NGFW), secure web gateway, advanced threat prevention and managed threat detection and response (MDR) services.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	KDDI's SD-WAN solutions facilitate integration with leading cloud platforms, including Microsoft 365, AWS, Google Cloud and with particular emphasis on Microsoft Azure
Cost Efficiency	Reduces WAN costs by utilising less expensive broadband connections instead of costly MPLS circuits.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	KDDI's SD-WAN solutions support both LTE and 5G.
Deployment Models Supported	KDDI offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	KDDI provides Service Level Agreements (SLAs) that guarantee service availability, performance, and support response times for their SD-WAN solutions
Support and Training Options	Support services include a 24/7 dedicated service desk and both remote / on-site technical support.
Target-Market Customers	KDDI's SD-WAN solutions are suitable for various sectors, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

Macquarie Technology Group

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VMware VeloCloud Asia-Pacific

Based in Australia, Macquarie Technology Group has demonstrated significant growth in their SD-WAN deployment, serving over 6,000 sites and securing major contracts with pharmaceutical and financial services businesses. Macquarie selected VeloCloud after spending a year researching and evaluating 28 different SD-WAN providers worldwide, which has proven to be a successful choice, as Macquarie have been recognised as the Best SD-WAN Supplier in APAC and winning VMware's Partner Innovation Award for SD-WAN in the Asia-Pacific region.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	VMware (VeloCloud)
Integrated Security Features	Dynamic key encryption at the packet level ensures end-to-end data security across all links.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Integrations with private, public and hybrid cloud environments, facilitated by strategically deployed gateways across Australia.
Cost Efficiency	Utilises multiple links, including low-cost broadband and 4G, to create a faster, more reliable connection, reducing reliance on expensive MPLS circuits and cutting operational expenses.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	4G and LTE supported for resiliancy and backup.
Deployment Models Supported	Offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises, hybrid and cloud-based SD-WAN solutions.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Provides a network uptime guarantee of over 99.9%, backed by a service level agreement.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 local support with a team that answers 95% of calls within one minute. Further to this, they provide personalised training sessions to assist customers in adopting and managing the SD-WAN solution effectively.
Target-Market Customers	Suitable for Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications.

TPx Communications

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VMware VeloCloud Fortinet HPE Aruba EdgeConnect North America

TPx Communications is a leading nationwide managed services provider in the United States, with over five years of experience in the field, and serving 50,000 customers across the US with upwards of 15,000 edges under management.

As an early adopter (2015) of VMware SD-WAN technology, TPx has developed expertise in establishing effective business policies for a wide range of industries and this was showcased on Vertical Systems Group's U.S. Carrier Managed SD-WAN Leaderboard.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	TPx partners with VMware VeloCloud, Fortinet and HPE Aruba EdgeConnect
Integrated Security Features	Integrated security measures include VPN encryption and next-generation firewall (NGFW) capabilities.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	TPx's SD-WAN integrates with leading cloud platforms (AWS, Azure and Google Cloud), offering direct cloud access and optimised data paths to applications, data centres and the cloud.
Cost Efficiency	By leveraging economical bandwidth options and eliminating the need for expensive MPLS circuits.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	TPx offers SD-WAN over 4G/LTE as primary, secondary and redundant options.
Deployment Models Supported	TPx provides flexible deployment options, including on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN solutions.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	TPx offers SLAs backed by a 100-percent uptime guarantee for UCaaS when paired with their managed SD-WAN solution.
Support and Training Options	TPx provides 24/7 helpdesks, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	TPx's SD-WAN solutions are suitable for various sectors, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

MetTel

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VMware VeloCloud North America

MetTel currently delivers SD-WAN as a fully managed service across North America using its own cloud network with 20 data centres and points of presence (PoPs). MetTel has established relationships with approximately 120 carriers through interconnections or wholesale relationships and has recently become an authorised Starlink reseller to extend its managed network services globally.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	MetTel has partnered with VMware VeloCloud.
Integrated Security Features	MetTel's SD-WAN integrates their own stateful, context-aware next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) and segmentation capabilities for communications between sites without ever leaving the MetTel network.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	The solution offers private connections to popular cloud SaaS/IaaS providers, including AWS, Azure, Salesforce and over 60 other top application providers.
Cost Efficiency	By combining existing and available circuits such as DSL, LTE and 4G, MetTel's SD-WAN reduces reliance on expensive MPLS circuits.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	MetTel's SD-WAN supports 4G and LTE connectivity, providing redundancy capabilities.
Deployment Models Supported	MetTel offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN solutions.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Whilst MetTel offers sub-second blackout and brownout protection capabilities, they do not offer direct SLAs for their managed SD-WAN.
Support and Training Options	MetTel provides dedicated response teams alongside AI to detect incidents, as well as offering educational webinars.
Target-Market Customers	MetTel's SD-WAN solutions are suitable for various sectors, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

NTT Communications

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Cisco Catalyst Cisco Meraki HPE Aruba EdgeConnect North America Latin America Europe Asia-Pacific

NTT Communications is a global telecommunications provider that has been recognised as launching the world's first SD-WAN platform with coverage spanning over 190 countries.

NTT Communications operates a 100% software-defined network infrastructure and maintains 75+ local cloud centres worldwide for optimised network, mobility and security services.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	NTT Communications partners with Cisco Catalyst, Cisco Meraki and HPE Aruba EdgeConnect.
Integrated Security Features	NTT offers Secure Web Gateways located at over 75 globally distributed Local Cloud Centers (LCCs), providing Web URL filtering, firewall protection, intrusion prevention and malware detection reporting.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	NTT's SD-WAN supports major cloud providers, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure and Oracle Cloud.
Cost Efficiency	By supporting a mix of network connectivity options such as Broadband, Wireless and 4G/LTE, NTT's SD-WAN solutions allow businesses to reduce reliance on expensive MPLS circuits.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	NTT supports both 4G and LTE to provide redundancy and enable mobile workforces.
Deployment Models Supported	NTT offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN solutions.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	NTT Com provides a guaranteed bandwidth SLA and guarantees 99.999% network access using MPLS-TP. Further to this NTT offers SLAs for delay of provision, failure recovery, failure notification and duplicate failures.
Support and Training Options	NTT provides support through its Global Operation Centers which serve as the single point of contact for all services in the SD-WAN platform, however they no longer offer courses on SD-WAN.
Target-Market Customers	NTT's SD-WAN solutions are suitable for various industries, including Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications.

Orange Business Services

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VMware VeloCloud Cisco Catalyst Fortinet Palo Alto Prisma Latin America Europe Asia-Pacific

Orange Business is the Orange Group entity dedicated to businesses and organisations - boasting the number 1 voice and data network worldwide, 70+ cloud data centres and 50+ partnerships with technologies providers.

Orange Business leverages AI-driven networking capabilities and provides unified network solutions that combine SD-WAN with SD-LAN, reinforced by 4G/5G connectivity. Recently, they launched SD-WAN Essentials, a co-managed solution that provides businesses with control, reliability, performance, application-level routing, and security features.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	Orange Business Services partners with VMware VeloCloud, Cisco Catalyst, Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks Prisma.
Integrated Security Features	Orange's managed SD-WAN solutions offer Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), secure web gateways and encrypted VPN tunnels.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Securely accesses cloud resources with multi-cloud connectivity, with support for major public providers.
Cost Efficiency	Utilises cost-effective connectivity options, such as broadband and LTE, reducing reliance on expensive MPLS circuits.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and 5G connectivity.
Deployment Models Supported	Offers on-premises, hybrid, and fully cloud-based SD-WAN options.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Orange provides clear SLAs that guarantee performance and connectivity for their SD-WAN services, even in remote locations. These include Site Availability, site Device Availability, EMS Availability, Guaranteed Time to Repair, Defined Time to Repair.
Support and Training Options	Orange offers global support through 5 major Service Centers located in Rio, Cairo, Paris, New Delhi and Mauritius, with support in 32 different languages and access to 500+ consultants and 800+ ITIL certified experts to assist with technical issues. Oran
Target-Market Customers	Orange's Target Markets include Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications.

Singtel

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Fortinet HPE Aruba EdgeConnect Asia-Pacific

Singtel is Asia's leading communications technology group, providing services for network deployment, backed by 24/7 technical support and SLA-guaranteed performance. Singtel has a significant presence across Asia, Australia and Africa, serving over 760 million mobile users in 21 countries.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	Singtel partners with Fortinet and HPE Aruba EdgeConnect for its managed SD-WAN offerings.
Integrated Security Features	Singtel's SD-WAN solutions incorporate security measures such as integrated firewalls, antivirus protection, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), web filtering, and data encryption.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Singtel's SD-WAN service enables integration with public cloud platforms directly.
Cost Efficiency	By leveraging hybrid networking, including both MPLS and internet connections, Singtel's SD-WAN optimises bandwidth usage and reduces reliance on expensive circuits.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Singtel supports both 4G and LTE for remote locations or redundancy.
Deployment Models Supported	Singtel offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises, hybrid and cloud-based SD-WAN solutions.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Provides SLA-guaranteed network performance backed by a dedicated business-grade network.
Support and Training Options	Singtel does not offer direct SLAs or training programs, however they do offer partnership assistance to help enterprises define requirements, assess needs and discuss migration strategies. Further to this, Singtel offers 24/7 proactive monitoring and sup
Target-Market Customers	Singtel's SD-WAN solutions are suitable for various sectors, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

Spectrum Enterprise

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Nokia Nuage Networks Cisco Catalyst Fortinet Netcracker Cisco Meraki North America

First announcing the national rollout of its Managed SD-WAN service in March 2019, Spectrum Enterprise offers managed SD-WAN services via their next-generation software-defined networking and network function virtualisation platform, that is integrated into their own fibre network across the United States.

By utilising their fibre network, Spectrum offers highly available, scalable and geo-redundant connectivity, enabling efficient delivery of high-performance WAN solutions with low-latency access from any client location.

In 2019, Spectrum Enterprise received the SD-WAN Implementation Award for its work with the Town of Addison, Texas, which served as an early adopter of the service.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	Spectrum Enterprise partners with Nokia Nuage Networks, Cisco Catalyst, Fortinet, Cisco Meraki and Netcracker for its SD-WAN offerings.
Integrated Security Features	Offers security measures such as firewalls and unified threat management (UTM), URL content filtering and intrusion prevention.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Spectrum Enterprise's SD-WAN solution integrates major public cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure and Google Cloud.
Cost Efficiency	The solution leverages various connectivity options, such as broadband and LTE, allowing businesses to optimise costs by selecting the most appropriate and cost-effective transport types. Additionally, the managed service model reduces the need for signif
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Spectrum Enterprise's Managed SD-WAN service supports cellular connectivity through LTE integration. The service can incorporate multiple 4G LTE connections into the WAN transport mix, allowing for packet-based link bonding and dynamic path control across
Deployment Models Supported	Spectrum's managed SD-WAN solution offers flexible deployment models, including internet-based SD-WAN and hybrid configurations that integrate with existing Ethernet services.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Spectrum offers a 100% network uptime guarantee SLA, with round-the-clock US-based support and SLAs for metrics such as uptime, latency and packet delivery.
Support and Training Options	The service includes white-glove installation, a premium service that includes the delivery, assembly, and installation of a product, as part of the implementation process,
Target-Market Customers	Spectrum Enterprise's managed SD-WAN solutions cater to various industries including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

Sprint

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VMware VeloCloud Versa Networks Cisco Meraki North America Latin America Europe Asia-Pacific

Sprint Networks was the first company to introduce SD-WAN to the Pacific region. Nowadays, Sprint's SD-WAN coverage encompasses more than 100 countries globally, offering three SD-WAN solutions: SD-WAN Complete, SD-WAN Complete with Co-Management and SD-WAN Service, making use of Cisco Meraki, Versa Networks and VMware VeloCloud's SD-WAN solutions.

SD-WAN Complete offers a fully managed solution with end-to-end support, while SD-WAN Complete with Co-Management allows enterprises to retain some control over policy configurations. SD-WAN Service, on the other hand, provides network optimisation without full management, catering to organisations that prefer a more hands-on approach.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	Sprint partners with VMware VeloCloud, Versa Networks and Cisco Meraki.
Integrated Security Features	Sprint's SD-WAN integrates security measures including Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) and Unified Threat Management (UTM).
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	The solution supports integrations with various cloud platforms, offering direct cloud on-ramps.
Cost Efficiency	By utilising a combination of MPLS and broadband internet connections, Sprint's SD-WAN optimises bandwidth usage, potentially lowering operational expenses.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	The SD-WAN solution supports LTE/5G connectivity, providing redundancy and enabling remote or mobile scenarios.
Deployment Models Supported	Sprint offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises, cloud-based and hybrid models.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Sprint offers SLAs for each of Network Node-to-Node, End-to-End and Managed SLAs for fulfillment within 24 hrs.
Support and Training Options	Whilst Sprint doesn't offer training programs, Sprint provides 24/7 network monitoring and general support.
Target-Market Customers	Sprint's SD-WAN solutions are suitable for various sectors, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

Tata Communications

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Versa Networks Tata IZO North America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific

Tata Communications is a leading Indian telecommunications company that provides global network services. The company has successfully implemented SD-WAN projects in over 5,000 locations across 120+ countries, managing over 3,000 customer SD-WAN sites worldwide. Most recently, Tata Communications launched a unified Hosted Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution that combines SD-WAN with Secure Service Edge (SSE) capabilities. Tata also offers its own IZO SD-WAN, a managed solution that serves over 130 countries.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	Tata collaborates with Versa Networks, as well as offering their own Tata IZO SD-WAN.
Integrated Security Features	Tata's managed SD-WAN incorporates advanced security measures such as next-generation firewall (NGFW), secure web gateways, and micro-segmentation.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Tata Communications' SD-WAN integrates seamlessly with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, IBM, Alibaba and Oracle.
Cost Efficiency	The solution leverages existing internet connections, reducing reliance on expensive MPLS circuits. It also offers a fully managed service with a single SLA, simplifying management and potentially lowering operational costs.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Tata Communications' SD-WAN supports LTE and 5G connectivity, providing redundancy and ensuring continuous connectivity in remote or mobile scenarios.
Deployment Models Supported	The solution supports various deployment models, including on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based options.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Tata offers end-to-end Service Level Agreement (SLA) guarantees for its internet-based WAN and uptime guarantees as part of their SLA framework.
Support and Training Options	Customers have access to 24/7 support, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	The solution is suitable for various sectors, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

Telefónica

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Nokia Nuage Networks Latin America Europe

Telefónica is a Spanish multinational telecommunications company headquartered in Madrid. Telefónica has implemented multiple SD-WAN solutions, including partnerships with Nokia's Nuage Networks for virtualized network services.

The partnership began in 2017 when Telefónica selected Nuage Networks' Virtualised Network Services (VNS) platform to deliver automated end-to-end services to thousands of enterprise customers. This enabled Telefónica to offer self-service portals for customers to order and customise their network services.

As of 2024, the partnership has further improved through the integration of Nokia's Network Exposure Function (NEF) in Spain, leveraging Nokia's Network as Code platform and the development of private 5G network capabilities for Spanish businesses.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered SD-WAN Vendors	Telefónica partners with Nokia Nuage Networks.
Integrated Security Features	Telefónica's SD-WAN solutions incorporate security measures such as Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA).
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	The solutions offer seamless integration with major cloud platforms, supporting multi-cloud environments. They provide direct cloud on-ramps and utilise private backbones.
Cost Efficiency	By leveraging low-cost broadband options and consolidating network functions, Telefónica's SD-WAN solutions help reduce reliance on expensive MPLS circuits.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	The solutions support LTE and 5G connectivity, adding redundancy, increasing deployment flexibility and ensuring reliable connectivity in remote or mobile scenarios.
Deployment Models Supported	Telefónica offers flexible deployment models, including on-premises, hybrid, and fully cloud-based SD-WAN options.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Telefonica offers multiple guarantees, including end-to-end traffic guarantees and transit through the TGS International Network, as well as global SLAs.
Support and Training Options	Telefónica provides full project management and deployment support.
Target-Market Customers	Telefónica's SD-WAN solutions are suitable for various sectors, including Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications

Telia

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Cisco Catalyst Nokia Nuage Networks North America Europe Asia-Pacific

Telia's managed SD-WAN services allow enterprises to attach their WAN overlay to Telia Carrier's backbone internet network. For security integration with their SD-WAN offerings, Telia has existing relationships with Fortinet and Check Point.

This has led to Telia being recognised by Vertical Systems Group's SD-WAN Coverage Analysis leaderboard, who ranked Telia for their Global Provider SD-WAN.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered Vendors	Telia partners with both Cisco Catalyst and Nokia Nuage Networks for SD-WAN.
Integrated Security Features	Telia's SD-WAN provides firewall for direct internet access from offices.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	The service integrates seamlessly with leading cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS and Google Cloud.
Cost Efficiency	Telia's SD-WAN allows the use of both private (DataNet) and internet connections flexibly at the same location. This enables organisations to reserve private connections for critical traffic while utilising the internet for less important traffic, optimis
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Telia supports both LTE and 5G, which is essential for remote or mobile locations.
Deployment Models Supported	Telia offers both fully managed and co-managed SD-WAN services.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	The service includes a 24-hour service level for customer devices, ensuring predictable service levels.
Support and Training Options	Telia provides full support and 24/7 monitoring of SD-WAN edge devices, including configuration, change request management, and a user-friendly customer portal.
Target-Market Customers	Telia is well-designed for Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

Telstra

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Cisco Meraki Cisco Catalyst VMware VeloCloud Asia-Pacific

Telstra is Australia's largest telecommunications company and one of the top 20 telecommunications providers globally. Telstra provides fully managed services including project management, design, provisioning and maintenance of network infrastructure with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for performance and uptime

Telstra's SD-WAN offering combines Australia-wide gateways, as well as partnerships with Cisco Meraki, Cisco Catalyst and VMware Velocloud in order to meet varied customer requirements.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered Vendors	Telstra partners with Cisco Meraki, Cisco Catalyst and Vmware VeloCloud for SD-WAN.
Integrated Security Features	Their solution integrates Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and advanced threat protection.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Direct cloud on-ramps to AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Uses Telstra’s private backbone to optimise cloud access.
Cost Efficiency	Reduces reliance on MPLS by leveraging broadband and optimised routing. Offers simplified licensing and bundled managed services to lower operational costs.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Provides LTE and 5G support for backup and primary connectivity in remote or mobile deployments.
Deployment Models Supported	Offers on-premises, hybrid, and cloud-based SD-WAN deployments.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Provides SLAs covering uptime and latency guarantees.
Support and Training Options	24/7 technical support, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Telstra focuses on Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

Verizon

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Cisco Catalyst Cisco Meraki Versa Networks VMware VeloCloud HPE Aruba EdgeConnect Fortinet North America Latin America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific

Verizon offers a wide range of managed SD-WAN solutions through partnerships with major vendors such as Cisco, VMware, Fortinet and Versa Networks. Their managed SD-WAN services focus on security, cloud connectivity and global enterprise networking. Verizon integrates SD-WAN with its private network services and provides security features, such as Zero Trust frameworks and AI-powered network analytics for proactive issue resolution.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered Vendors	Verizon partners with Cisco Catalyst, Cisco Meraki, Versa Networks, VMware VeloCloud, HPE Aruba EdgeConnect and Fortinet.
Integrated Security Features	Verizon adds managed security services, including built-in Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and Secure Web Gateway (SWG). Verizon also offers managed threat detection and response services.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Provides direct cloud connectivity to AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud via private backbones and cloud on-ramps. Further to this, Verizon supports multi-cloud orchestration.
Cost Efficiency	Offers flexible pricing models, including pay-as-you-go and subscription-based services. Streamlines operations by integrating multiple network functions into one solution, reducing hardware dependencies.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE and Verizon's private 5G for SD-WAN failover, primary connectivity and remote deployments
Deployment Models Supported	Supports on-premises, hybrid, and cloud-based SD-WAN deployments.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Provides performance SLAs with uptime guarantees and latency thresholds.
Support and Training Options	24/7 customer support, dedicated account managers and managed service options. Offers training resources, including online portals and guided onboarding.
Target-Market Customers	Verizon focuses on Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications markets.

Virgin Media Business

Versa Networks Fortinet Cisco Meraki Europe

Virgin Media Business provides managed SD-WAN services with a focus on high-speed broadband and resilient connectivity. Virgin Media primarily partners with Versa Networks and Fortinet for SD-WAN solutions, offering fully managed network services that cater to either secure cloud connectivity or strict security requirements.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered Vendors	Virgin Media Business has partnered with Versa Networks, Fortinet and Cisco Meraki.
Integrated Security Features	Virgin Media offers next-generation security features such as stateful and next-generation firewalls, DNS filtering, URL filtering and antivirus protection.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	Offers seamless integration with major cloud platforms, enabling direct access to services such as Azure and AWS.
Cost Efficiency	Utilises a hybrid network approach, combining private and public networks to optimise connectivity and reduce reliance on expensive circuits.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Supports LTE connectivity, providing redundancy and enabling both remote and mobile workforces.
Deployment Models Supported	Offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises, hybrid and cloud-based models.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Provides service level agreements (SLAs), tailored to the specific infrastructure and needs of the company.
Support and Training Options	Offers 24/7 monitoring, management and access to a team of consultants, engineers, project leaders and service managers for support.
Target-Market Customers	Suitable for various sectors including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, government, technology, transportation, energy and telecommunications.

Vodafone

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Cisco Meraki VMware VeloCloud Juniper Networks Contrail North America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia-Pacific

Vodafone provides managed SD-WAN solutions through partnerships with Cisco Meraki, VMware VeloCloud and Juniper Networks. Vodafone’s SD-WAN is tailored for enterprises requiring global coverage and 5G-ready networking, which is backed by Vodafone’s extensive fibre and mobile network infrastructure.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered Vendors	Vodafone partners with leading SD-WAN vendors, including Cisco, VMware, Fortinet, and Juniper Networks.
Integrated Security Features	Vodafone's SD-WAN incorporates security measures such as Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) frameworks.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	The solutions offer seamless integration with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, IBM and Alibaba.
Cost Efficiency	Vodafone's SD-WAN leverages cost-effective broadband options, consolidates network functions, and offers straightforward licensing models. This approach reduces reliance on expensive MPLS circuits and operational expenses.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	The SD-WAN solutions support LTE and 5G connectivity, adding redundancy and enabling remote workforces.
Deployment Models Supported	Vodafone offers flexible deployment models, including on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN options.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	The solutions come with performance Service Level Agreements (SLAs), including uptime guarantees and latency thresholds.
Support and Training Options	Vodafone provides customer support, including 24/7 helpdesks, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Vodafone's SD-WAN solutions are tailored for various sectors, including Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications.

Windstream

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VMware VeloCloud Fortinet Cato Networks North America

Windstream offers managed SD-WAN solutions through partnerships with VMware VeloCloud and Fortinet. Their SD-WAN services focus on optimising bandwidth utilisation, improving network security and ensuring high availability for businesses operating across multiple locations. Windstream integrates SD-WAN with its proprietary Kinetic Business fibre network, providing a hybrid WAN strategy for enterprises requiring secure, scalable and high-speed connectivity.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered Vendors	Windstream partners with leading SD-WAN vendors, including Cisco, VMware and Fortinet
Integrated Security Features	Windstream's SD-WAN incorporates security measures such as Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) frameworks.
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	The solutions offer seamless integration with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, IBM and Alibaba.
Cost Efficiency	Vodafone's SD-WAN leverages cost-effective broadband options, consolidates network functions, and offers straightforward licensing models. This approach reduces reliance on expensive MPLS circuits and operational expenses.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	The SD-WAN solutions support LTE and 5G connectivity, adding redundancy and enabling remote workforces.
Deployment Models Supported	Vodafone offers flexible deployment models, including on-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-based SD-WAN options.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	The solutions come with performance Service Level Agreements (SLAs), including uptime guarantees and latency thresholds.
Support and Training Options	Vodafone provides customer support, including 24/7 helpdesks, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Vodafone's SD-WAN solutions are tailored for various sectors, including Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications.

Zayo Group

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Versa Networks VMware VeloCloud Palo Alto Networks North America Europe

Zayo Group delivers managed SD-WAN services with a focus on fibre-optic network infrastructure and cloud connectivity. Their SD-WAN platform is built to provide secure, low-latency networking for businesses relying on hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Zayo’s SD-WAN solutions integrate with their extensive metro and long-haul fibre networks, ensuring enterprises benefit from high-performance, resilient network connectivity with real-time analytics and intelligent traffic management.

Feature	Vendor/Provider Support
Partnered Vendors	Zayo partners with leading SD-WAN vendors, including Versa, VMware and Palo Alto Networks.
Integrated Security Features	Zayo SD-WAN incorporates security measures such as Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) frameworks.
Partnered Vendors	Zayo partners with Versa Networks, VMware VeloCloud and Palo Alto Prisma.
Integrated Security Features	Zayo's SD-WAN offers security measures such as Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) capabilities and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA).
Cloud and Multi-Cloud Integration	The SD-WAN solution offers integration with leading cloud platforms, providing direct cloud on-ramps and utilising Zayo's private backbone.
Cost Efficiency	By leveraging low-cost broadband options and consolidating network functions, Zayo's SD-WAN solutions help reduce reliance on expensive MPLS circuits and cut operational expenses.
Support for Cellular Connectivity	Zayo's SD-WAN supports LTE/5G connectivity, adding redundancy and enabling remote workforces.
Deployment Models Supported	Zayo offers flexible deployment options, including on-premises, hybrid, and fully cloud-based SD-WAN solutions.
Performance Guarantees or SLAs	Zayo guarantees network uptime of 99.99% for on-net dark fiber and waves and 24x7x365 service assurance and real-time network monitoring, as well as Zayo's Network Operations Center (NOC) monitoring the network backbone round-the-clock.
Support and Training Options	Customers have access to 24/7 helpdesks, dedicated account managers and online training resources.
Target-Market Customers	Zayo's SD-WAN solutions are tailored for various sectors including Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Technology, Transportation, Energy and Telecommunications.

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Cisco

Palo Alto Networks

Versa Networks

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)

Huawei

Juniper Networks

Ericsson (Cradlepoint)

Peplink

Barracuda Networks

Aryaka

Cato Networks

Ecessa

Adaptiv Networks

Extreme Networks

FatPipe Networks

Forcepoint

Mushroom Networks

Nokia (Nuage Networks)

Oracle

Riverbed Technology

SonicWall

Sophos

Turnium

VMware VeloCloud

WatchGuard Technologies

Zyxel

Bigleaf Networks

Checkpoint Software Technologies

Cloudflare

FlexiWAN

Netskope

Zscaler

Managed Telco SD-WAN Providers

AT&T

BT

Lumen Technologies (CenturyLink)

China Mobile

China Telecom

China Unicom

Comcast Business

Deutsche Telekom

GTT Communications

Hughes Network Systems

KDDI

Macquarie Technology Group

TPx Communications

MetTel

NTT Communications

Orange Business Services

Singtel

Spectrum Enterprise

Sprint

Tata Communications

Telefónica

Telia

Telstra

Verizon

Virgin Media Business

Vodafone

Windstream

Zayo Group