If you are considering campus or branch network upgrades, here are four characteristics of the OEM solutions that you should consider.

As campus networking evolves, enterprises must prioritize AI-driven operations, Wi-Fi 6E/7, cloud-native fabrics, API programmability, sustainable infrastructure, user experience optimization and location-based services. These strategic investments will ensure scalable, secure and energy-efficient networks, meeting future demands for performance, security and operational efficiency.

By 2025, fragmented WAN architectures will be a critical flaw. Embracing SD-WAN is not just a technological upgrade but a strategic pivot towards network agility, security and resilience. The question isn't if you need SD-WAN, but how much value you'll unlock with an intelligent, integrated solution.