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From MPLS to SD-WAN to SASE: An Evolution of Enterprise Networking

CATO Networks

1990s – 2000s: MPLS and the Era of Clear Network Boundaries? Dedicated network connectivity, known as MPLS, was the preferred approach for connecting remote locations. Dedicated network connectivity, known as MPLS, was the preferred approach for connecting remote locations. This is easier said than done.

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SASE Everywhere: Cato’s Solution for Seamless China Connectivity

CATO Networks

The high costs and inflexibility of MPLS connections. These challenges can hinder productivity, stall digital transformation, and overwhelm IT teams. The question is clear: how can enterprises achieve secure, seamless, and compliant connectivity in this complex digital environment?

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SASE in Manufacturing: Overcoming Security and Connectivity Challenges

CATO Networks

Manufacturing Digital Transformation Challenges Digital Transformation introduces a number of challenges to the manufacturing industry. This is something that MPLS does not provide because it cannot support the cloud evolution that the manufacturing industry is experiencing.

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The Gnutti Carlo Group Names Cato Networks 2021 Best Supplier in the Innovation Category

CATO Networks

The award recognizes the high value of the WAN connectivity and security the Cato SASE Cloud delivers in support of the Gnutti Carlo Group’s digital transformation initiative. Most locations were connected with IPsec VPNs, except for China, which was reached from Frankfort via a shared MPLS.

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5 Reasons Why You'll Want to Consider SD-WAN

Akins IT

Performance MPLS was the top dog in enterprise WAN before cloud-computing and mobile smart devices exploded in popularity. Once cloud and mobile became mainstream, a fundamental flaw in MPLS was exposed. With MPLS, enterprises have to deal with the trombone effect . Digital transformation is a double-edged sword.

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SD-Wan Consideration Factors for Global Companies

CATO Networks

For example, digital transformation is based on business speed, and the lack of network agility can hold an organization back. WAN transport considerations Many SD-WAN solutions are big proponents of augmenting or replacing MPLS circuits with broadband connectivity, says Kerravala. Digital transformation is about agility.

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The 4 Drivers in the Journey to Full WAN Transformation

CATO Networks

Organizations around the world are beginning to go through digital transformation projects. It was designed for permanent, static locations connected via expensive, MPLS links. By using inexpensive Internet services, companies can afford to over provision site capacity, eliminating the delays associated with MPLS line upgrades.

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