Cisco Systems Secret Weapon For WANs?

The network market has been nothing if not hard, for the past 20 years. Now, in just a few quarters short, suddenly heated talking about software defined (SDN) and now Software Defined WAN networks. Companies are becoming more global and decentralized, while the mobility of the workforce is challenging companies to provide a consistent experience where employees are. Companies that sell routers , such as Cisco Systems, Alcatel - Lucent , Huawei , Juniper Networks and ZTE have been slow to react to changes in market dynamics , and will now begin Glue Networks is leading an innovative technology that could shake the formal market. This is a direct blow to the market leaders Cisco Systems, Cisco Systems and is really a secret weapon? If you are looking for a deep dive into the discussion, download the document.

With fast changing business dynamics, companies are looking for a more agile; they need to react quickly in a fluid environment. The costs are still a major concern, as the ' economy is recovering, but many budgets have not recovered to the same extent. New technologies and business opportunities as the " Internet of Things " promises to provide unprecedented visibility for companies , but at the same time creating an enormous complexity as companies try to capture and process all data from all these sources . In addition , cloud / software as a service , such as Microsoft Office 365 are pushing applications and data that companies rely on outside their data center, emphasizing the wide area network (WAN ) , which is the link between headquarters and remote sites / worldwide .

For years, Cisco is the undisputed leader in network routers, integration of features into its market leading many IT organizations have not been able to use due to resource limitations products. The same capabilities companies need to be more aggressive in the market and can be in the data center business, but how to take advantage of these features?

Glue Networks has developed a solution that is in the top of the Cisco routers that companies are most likely already using. This solution is based on software, no hardware to purchase (or redemption) , then the decision becomes much less risky for a company. The Glue Networks software helps companies gain the agility and savings they need, without having to “rip and replace “Cisco routing (which is probably not yet fully depreciated.) Why Glue Networks operates in a brand network hardware leader instead of their own, even the CIO of risk aversion is probably open to a value proposition like this. What Glue, in a nutshell is to automate the operation WAN, allowing the router to change settings on the fly, in order to better respond to business needs. You know how applications behave and can optimize the router in an automated way; the same way a car speed control engages the accelerator or brake to maintain speed.

Most companies today are using T1/E1 lines to link their positions. While these lines are very rich in features to support remote applications, are very expensive and provide little bandwidth compared to its cost. While solution providers offer broadband connectivity to business class with high bandwidth at a fraction of the cost of T1/E1, some of the functions that require business-critical applications are not present. Glue networks allow a business to get the best of both worlds. You can create a hybrid solution based both T1/E1 and broadband , with a note of the important features for critical applications and cost intensive wide band and low for all other less critical applications.

So the question remains, is it a threat to Cisco? Actually, no. Actually adds more value and benefits for companies that have standardized on Cisco products (like most of the market.) In this case , Cisco Systems customers need not worry about disconnecting their products or desertion from other suppliers , Networks and adhesive products that are not only certified by Cisco Systems, but are also the price list , Cisco offer marketers and companies can consider these products with confidence.

Clearly, as the market leader , Cisco Systems has the greatest risk in this new world of software defined applications that threaten the traditional paradigms of hardware, but in this case , Glue Networks is really helping to underpin the position of Cisco Systems , Cisco Systems giving a further tool to assist customers and lead to future determined by automated programs.

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