How long does it take to transition from SD-WAN to SD-Branch?—Vecloud

Software-based virtualization provides a network abstraction that can aggregate network elements and simplify branch network operations. The emergence of software-based technology promoted the germination of the SD-branch concept. The SD-branch platform will be designed to simplify installation and network upgrades, improve security and reduce operational complexity through a centralized cloud management model.
Branch networks are an important part of the IT architecture of many distributed organizations. These organizations have dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of different locations, providing reliable, high-quality, low-latency connections to various The network of such devices (including personal computers, tablets and smart phones, as well as more and more Internet of Things devices) has become more important.
For IT, to support more devices and cloud-based applications need to provide more bandwidth, but how to stabilize or reduce costs is a challenge. In order to improve application quality of service (Qos) and reduce WAN transportation costs, many companies with branch offices are evaluating and deploying SD-WAN technology. SD-WAN is usually compatible with the company's existing infrastructure, including server and storage infrastructure, wireless networks, routers, and firewalls. SD-WAN illustrates the benefits of software-based networks: simplified deployment, centralized management, and reduced network costs (such as better WAN price and performance).
What is SD-branch?
SD-branch uses software-based network technology that can virtualize different network elements, and uses cloud-based management. The SD-branch architecture can provide compelling benefits, including efficient bandwidth utilization, better application service quality, and higher security. SD-branch is being designed to replace dedicated hardware with virtualization software. Centralized management allows centralized IT staff to effectively exclude, protect and upgrade remote branches of the network.
The SD-branch concept has just begun to take root. The idea is that all branch network functions can be folded onto a single branch network platform. In this mode, wired and wireless functions will be merged into a unified and centralized management framework. These functions include:
1. Wireless LAN, like WIFI;
2. Ethernet switching; 3.
SD-WAN and WAN optimization;
4. Routing and virtual private network;
5. Firewall and network security.
It will be designed such that IT organizations can flexibly deploy and update corresponding software on branch networks to address their application, QoS, and security requirements. Software
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based network technology from SD-WAN to SD-branch will promote the realization of SD-branch, including SD-WAN functions, aggregate network elements, and provide centralized installation, operation and management. The challenge is that the original SD-branch architecture will be tied to the vendor; this means that if you want SD-branch, you will have to buy all the elements from one vendor.
The popularity of SD-WAN has illustrated the functions of software-based networks in intelligent traffic diversion, convenient remote installation, and centralized management. These functions will be extended to the SD-branch concept. At present, there is still a slide presentation stage in the SD-branch architecture-for example, breakthrough products that exist in slide presentations, which are not in reality.
IT leaders should carefully evaluate software-based technologies that provide a starting point for SD-branch. These can reduce the complexity of branch networks, improve operations and reduce costs. But IT leaders should also keep in mind that the migration to SD-branch network will be slow and may happen in stages.
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