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Viptela’s RP: Security and SD- WAN go hand-in-hand fundamen- tally because of internet access, changes to network architecture for Layer 4 and Layer 7 services and so on. High-order questions start with do you want appliance- based security or cloud-based/ managed security. This is impor- tant to get right. Next is around the segmentation architecture for the network; how much of a blast radius can you accommodate. After that is the “inside network” security architecture, i.e., how can you protect hosts that are deep inside the network. Again, a systematic approach will yield the best results. CV: Is it possible for SD-WAN to be a “simple” implementation? Silver Peak’s DH: Absolutely. With a centrally orchestrated and managed SD-WAN solution, en- terprise IT organizations are freed from the burden of traditional WAN routers that consume valuable IT resources and require manual device-by-device configuration at each location via an antiquated CLI. In contrast, an application-driven SD-WAN architecture is centrally or- chestrated and managed, enabling network operators to configure the network to perform in accordance with application requirements and business intent. While there may be some detailed planning required upfront for a successful rollout, once the first two or three sites are deployed, subsequent sites can be deployed rapidly, with every loca- tion operating in accordance with centrally defined business require- ments. Ongoing management, ad- ministration and troubleshooting can be performed centrally, freeing IT resources to focus on more strate- gic business initiatives. Viptela’s RP: Yes, fundamentally the premise of SD-WAN is it has to be simple; but simple does not mean simplistic. Retail and restaurants are high-scale, but networks tend to be relatively simple; on the other hand, manufacturing, high tech, financial and healthcare networks tend to be generally complex. But implementa- tions can start simple, with hybrid networking, direct internet access, segmentation for guest-Wi-Fi, cloud- controlled and -delivered operations, plus security architecture. Then add on-ramps to the cloud for applica- tion-based SLAs, application optimi- zation and so on – the list can go on. But the complexity does not need to increase exponentially. CV: What hidden challenges ex- ist that enterprises may not have thought about when it comes to getting the most from their SD- WAN deployment? Extend your network capabilities with Wave Wholesale Dark Fiber wavewholesale.com 1-800-246-2455 Call or visit us online for more information or to request a quote. Enhance and expand your existing networks, build lateral routes, connect rural and metro regions, and increase network diversity by using our 100% Dark Fiber access. • We disclose route details so you know exactly how your network paths are designed • Over 4,000 available fiber-fed buildings and expanding • Over 7,500 route miles of fiber in Washington, Oregon, and California • Long-term lease and IRU options virtual reality 29 January - February, 2018 | Channel Vision