As networks are quickly transforming into platforms for agile applications and analytics, IT leaders are challenged to achieve greater efficiencies through network automation. Traditionally, network automation involved simple scripts embedded in device configurations to handle repetitive tasks. For the most part, network provisioning and configurations were manually performed. The manual processes [...]
The move to virtualize enterprise networks began several years ago. Because the work is complex, Cisco, the industry’s leading network equipment supplier, delivered a variety of solutions. Two key elements are Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), the centerpiece in its Software-Defined Network (SDN) story, and Cisco Digital Network Architecture (Cisco DNA) [...]
Historically, configuring network switches, firewalls and other infrastructure components was a slow, largely manually process. Generally, a network operator entered configuration changes through the Command Line Interface for each piece of equipment. The old-fashioned approach was inflexible, the installation process was time-consuming, and the deployments were error-prone. […]
More than 1,000 large enterprises will be using intent-based networking systems by 2020, according to a report by Gartner. Intent-based networking (IBN) is the biggest advancement in networking since ethernet switching. In the past 20 years, there has been no greater benefit to enterprises for networking than IBN. It allows firms to centrally manage network operations [...]
Endpoints connecting to the network continue to grow at an exponential pace. IoT connections are expected to reach more than 3.5 billion in 2023, according to Ericcson and reported by Forbes. […]
Some enterprises take a reactive approach to network troubleshooting. They make network changes and then wait for users to point out the flaws and for support tickets to pile up. Progressive enterprises are taking a proactive approach to network health with DNA Center. […]
With nearly every week bringing news of a new data breach, network security remains a high priority for organizations. Security spending is expected to increase 8.7 percent, reaching $124 billion in 2019, according to Gartner. […]
When Cisco DNA Center’s open source Platform was announced earlier this year, it made waves throughout the industry. Opening up the Platform gives developers and third-party partners access to APIs, which businesses of all kinds are using for in-depth network analysis and enhanced results. […]
Enterprises are turning to Cisco DNA Center for its robust security features, time-saving tools for troubleshooting and provisioning, ease of endpoint management, and more. As enterprises integrate DNA Center, some have questions about integrating the technology into their current network infrastructure. Answering these key questions gives firms a better picture of the integration process and how [...]
CIOs are turning to centralized network management solutions such as Cisco’s DNA Center to prepare enterprises for change. In fact, digital transformation spending is set to increase by 42 percent by the end of 2019, according to IDC. Firms are turning to DNA Center to take advantage of digital transformation and retain a competitive edge while [...]
