Find the Perfect SD-WAN Solution for Your Needs
Find the Perfect SD-WAN Solution for Your Needs
SD-WAN purchasing starts with deciding between SD-WAN or network security vendors, and includes asking about VPNs, zero-touch, cost-saving opportunities with load sharing, and how it will fit with future security frameworks. WatchGuard is committed to helping navigate the considerations to make when evaluating the perfect SD-WAN solution for everyone from remote workers to branch office employees, and distributed business sites. The table below identifies key areas of your SD-WAN alternatives to consider.
| Network Security Providers | SD-WAN Providers | |
|---|---|---|
SD-WAN |
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| Multiple WAN Links | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dynamic Traffic Distribution | ✓ | ✓ |
| Site-to-Site VPNs | ✓ | ▲ |
| Centralized, Cloud-Based Management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Zero-Touch Deployment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dedicated Internet Backbone | ▲ | ▲ |
SECURITY |
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| Stateful Firewall with HTTPS Inspection | ✓ | ✘ |
| Standard Security Services | ✓ | ✘ |
| Advanced Security | ▲ | ✘ |
| Malware Detection and Response | ✓ | ✘ |
| Remote Access Point (RAP) | ▲ | ✘ |
✓ Included
▲ Sometimes Included
✘ Not Included
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SD-WAN for Branch Locations
and Remote Workers
IT needs to deliver secure access to Cloud applications, high-quality VoIP, and video utilization to ensure every employee remains productive. As a result, there is a high demand for automated network solutions that measure and send traffic to the most appropriate WAN connection, optimizing for cost and quality. SD-WAN load sharing can decrease expensive MPLS or 4G/5G/LTE connections for Internet cost savings.
Security Is Key for SD-WAN Success
Many companies are moving from traditional hub-and-spoke network architecture to a hybrid WAN architecture. With cost and ease of deployment considered, an all-in-one solution offering enterprise-grade security and SD-WAN networking features is preferred to gain SD-WAN benefits while maintaining strong security for everyone.