Software Defined Networking
The next big technology shift is here. Whether you’re new to Software Defined Networking (SDN) or keen to get started, you’re in the right place.
A network built for digital, cloud-first businesses like yours
SDN is the much-needed answer to the problems posed by complex and expensive networking environments. With SDN, the network is configured centrally - changes can be automated and made quickly, in response to new business and application demands.
Software Defined Wide Area Network
SD-WAN is a single, centralised network solution for easy set-up and simple management.
Secure Access Service Edge
Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) provides secure, agile, integrated connectivity for users accessing their applications and data in the cloud.
What is Software Defined Networking?
SDN is the long-awaited answer to the problems posed by complex and costly networking environments. With a traditional network, each element – like a core switch or router – must be configured manually to do a certain task, which takes time and means relying on IT specialists.
With SDN, the network is configured centrally, meaning changes can be automated and made quickly, in response to new business and application demands.
We’re already seeing how SDN technology enables new solutions. For example, SD-WAN is an ‘overlay’ virtual solution placed on top of your existing WAN or IP-VPN (your ‘underlay’ network). This gives you visibility and control of your network traffic, while also providing a lower-cost alternative to Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) networking.
How can your business move to Software Defined Networking (SDN)?
We have a five-step approach to take your business to Software Defined Networking, giving you maximum benefit and minimum hassle. You set the pace and stay in control of your own tailored roll-out based on your own unique requirements.
Benefits
Visibility and control
SDN gives you a single, real-time view and centralised control of your whole network. See where the demand is and solve issues before they occur.
Security
The virtual network environment makes it easier to update your security rules and react more quickly to threats, across all sites, devices and the cloud.
Cost
SDN saves you money on two counts. It costs less to manage, thanks to greater user control, and lets you choose the cheapest available route for your data.
Flexibility
SDN lets you respond rapidly to business and application needs. You can add or remove bandwidth and capabilities to your network according to demand.
Manage your multiple-site business and complex network needs with SD-WAN
With so much complexity in business networks, Vodafone can be your experienced provider that can handle it all.
Find out how Vodafone’s experience, scale and investment in cloud, security and connectivity can help businesses in Finance, Healthcare, Manufacturing and Retail to join the dots.
Manufacturing
Keep production running with as little disturbance as possible and maximise output by using data insights.
Financial services
Protect sensitive financial data across all customer touch points, reducing the risk of cyber attacks.
Healthcare
Keep patient data secure and make it easy for healthcare professionals to access key information seamlessly.
Retail
Boost customer confidence in your data security, satisfying compliance requirements as well providing peace of mind.
All-in-One Network explained
Learn about our All-in-One Network from Vodafone and see how you can capitalise on everything SDN has to offer.
Explore. Collaborate. Innovate
Book an innovation session with us to help you make the transition. Where’s your industry heading to and how will your business look in the next decade? What will you do to keep pace? Our experts have the answers.