Software-defined networking (SDN)

Software-defined networking (SDN) is the latest buzzword in the networking industry, but there is still vast debate on the best way to implement it and which businesses it is suitable for. Read the latest about SDN and find tips and advice on the technology trend taking networking by storm, with all the news, case studies and advice in this topic section.

News 11 Sep 2023
Networking tech firms scrum down for Rugby World Cup

Leading communications providers look to form off-pitch connectivity spine of team with infrastructures using advanced networking and mixed reality technologies at pinnacle of world rugby Continue Reading
News 17 Aug 2023
Carlsberg turns tap on massive global SASE deployment

Global brewer addresses strategic IT challenges at scale, improving application delivery, modernising network security capabilities and standardising IT service delivery across more than 200 locations and 25,000 remote users Continue Reading

News 16 Aug 2023

BT flies into NATS network, cyber security project

Organisation tasked with managing air travel in the UK implements ‘transformational’ technology programme to keep skies safe and support customers worldwide Continue Reading
News 14 Aug 2023

Verizon Business forges managed network services partnership with HCLTech

Information technology services and consulting company inks partnership with telco’s business services division, with aims of ushering in new era of large-scale wireline service delivery for enterprise customers Continue Reading
News 10 Aug 2023

USDM Life Sciences grants Cloud Assurance Certification to PTC AR design kit

As it ramps up its foray into immersive technologies, engineering tech company sees AR development kit gain certification from compliance firm, allowing users to generate audit-ready documents to serve as regulatory evidence Continue Reading
Tip 03 Aug 2023

Network modernization benefits and challenges

The benefits of network modernization include better visibility and automated configuration. The challenges include integration with existing tools and cost concerns. Continue Reading
News 01 Aug 2023

Two million more Australian households ready to upgrade to nbn

Australia’s national broadband network on track to enable up to 10 million premises, or up to 90% of homes and businesses, to access wholesale download speeds of 500Mbps to near 1Gbps by the end of 2025 Continue Reading
News 01 Aug 2023

Investment flows towards Nile to redefine enterprise networks

Latest funding round designed to allow next-generation enterprise network provider to accelerate market expansion amid growing global customer demand Continue Reading
Tip 24 Jul 2023

Automation, orchestration software fuel network modernization

In some ways, network modernization means cutting manual configuration errors and relying on automation and orchestration to achieve unified network management. Continue Reading
News 19 Jul 2023

Cloud service providers, OEMs, chip firms form Ultra Ethernet Consortium

Consortium formed to deliver on Ethernet-based open, interoperable, high-performance, full-communications stack architecture to meet the growing network demands of AI and high-performance computing at scale Continue Reading
News 07 Jul 2023

TTTech Auto, ZettaScale extend collaboration to launch in-vehicle, V2X service

Collaboration looks to bring about what software-defined vehicle technology provider and open-source communication middleware firms say is a much-needed unification across the cloud-to-microcontroller communication continuum Continue Reading
News 05 Jul 2023

Dassault Systèmes, Cranfield collaborate on 3DExperience centre of excellence

Partnership between tech firm and university aims to provide centre for experiential, lifelong learning with connected 3D engineering platform to accelerate digital and sustainable transformation of aerospace and defence industry Continue Reading
News 04 Jul 2023

HPE, BT team for global managed LAN service

Business division of leading UK telco and networking technology and service provider enter collaboration to introduce LANs supporting high-performance experiences for hybrid workers and IoT transformations Continue Reading
News 04 Jul 2023

How Maxeon is forging the path to SASE

Maxeon Solar Technologies is building out its security service edge capabilities with an eye on a SASE implementation that combines best of breed offerings from different suppliers Continue Reading
Feature 04 Jul 2023

Why a service mesh may not be for everyone

Choose carefully when considering best practices and approaches to software-defined network optimisation, to avoid adding complexity Continue Reading
News 29 Jun 2023

Ruckus One enhanced for unified management of multi-access public and private nets

CommScope launches Ruckus One suite of AI-driven converged network solutions designed to accelerate business transformation by simplifying the implementation of multi-access public and private networks Continue Reading
News 28 Jun 2023

Dubai Smart IoT unclear on deadline, but not ambition

While the Dubai Smart IoT strategy reads like any other ambitious – and equally ambiguous – plan for the overhaul of a gulf state economy, there is still a clear message that the country is serious about technology Continue Reading
News 28 Jun 2023

Stolt-Nielsen SASE looks to optimise global connectivity, security for hybrid workers

Bulk liquid logistics and sustainable land-based aquaculture expert advances secure digital transformation plans and operational efficiency Continue Reading
News 27 Jun 2023

Alkira introduces extranet as a service

Provider of cloud networking as a service unveils infrastructure designed to enable third parties to securely connect to critical business applications Continue Reading
News 22 Jun 2023

Orange Business leads team to deliver cloud-native managed SASE to enterprises

Enterprise division of the global telco taps in-house cyber security practice and leading cyber security technology provider to offer simpler operational model for customers with end-to-end accountability, improved agility, efficiency and performance Continue Reading
E-Zine 20 Jun 2023

How to keep network costs affordable

In this week’s Computer Weekly, as demands for networking performance and speed increase, we examine how to keep a handle on costs. Chip makers are investing in PLC technology – the next generation of flash storage – but some think it won’t be worth the effort; we investigate. And we listen in as tech industry leaders and politicians discuss the regulation of AI. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
News 13 Jun 2023

Cato claims SASE speed barrier record to sites and the cloud

Secure access service edge platform provider claims network throughput record, achieving 5Gbps on a single encrypted tunnel with all security inspections enabled Continue Reading
News 09 Jun 2023

UK-US Atlantic Declaration bolsters tech and data collaboration

Joe Biden and Rishi Sunak agree greater collaboration on responsible artificial intelligence, quantum computing and Open RAN Continue Reading
News 23 May 2023

Nokia bolsters fixed network offer with SaaS suite, 10G broadband in Vietnam

Global comms tech provider expands fixed network portfolio with AI-based SaaS suite, and works with leading Vietnamese operator to deploy fibre access nodes and fibre modems to connect homes and businesses in the eight largest provinces of the country Continue Reading
News 12 May 2023

BT unveils secure networking service for UK business customers

UK’s leading telco teams with US cyber security company to launch secure software-defined networking service for business customers available on a managed services basis Continue Reading
News 10 May 2023

MPLS and SD-WAN fail to meet needs of modern enterprise

Study from network architect argues modern uses cases have broken the network edge, with both traditional topology and much-touted software-defined replacement not cutting it Continue Reading
News 05 May 2023

IT Priorities 2023: Distributed IT and hybrid work drive adoption of new networks

Research shows security continues to dominate networking needs, along with the need to support users wherever they are, with firms more than ready to invest in future of work initiatives Continue Reading
Guest Post 01 May 2023

The creeping threat and challenges of multivendor SD-WAN

Geographic considerations are often a key reason why organizations adopt multivendor SD-WAN. But these network environments have significant disadvantages. Continue Reading
News 20 Apr 2023

Halfords tools up for consistent experiences with AI-driven wired and wireless access

Motoring and cycling retailer reduces network-related trouble tickets and improves uptime in garages and stores after deploying artificial intelligence-driven network access Continue Reading
Answer 19 Apr 2023

In WAN evolution, is software-defined now implied?

Networking trends and innovations, such as automation and network as a service, have started to ingrain software-defined principles into WAN environments. Continue Reading
News 18 Apr 2023

Enterprise networking sees age of SASE and network as a service

Report reveals complexity of third workspace has transformed how modern IT organisations view network and security, with 98% of IT executives planning to increase investment in cloud services Continue Reading
Tip 17 Apr 2023

SD-WAN and MPLS costs more complementary than clashing

An SD-WAN vs. MPLS cost comparison is not always an either-or decision. Organizations often implement both technologies to enhance network traffic performance. Continue Reading
News 17 Apr 2023

Valoo taps Nokia to offer multi-gig fibre broadband in Finland

As part of its mission to make Finland an information society that meets international standards, digital service provider becomes global tech firm’s first comprehensive XGS-PON solution in home territory Continue Reading
News 14 Apr 2023

RAI Amsterdam deploys Wi-Fi 6, OpenRoaming to enhance conferencing experiences

OpenRoaming technology sees deployment in one of Europe’s largest exhibition facilities to connect delegates, exhibitors and attendees automatically and secure Wi-Fi with faster attach rates Continue Reading
News 12 Apr 2023

Netskope claims hybrid work ‘revolution’ with SASE client and endpoint SD-WAN

Netskope looks to deliver consistent security and superior user experience for hybrid workers through reduced costs and complexity from extended borderless SD-WAN and SASE Continue Reading
Feature 04 Apr 2023

Driving up IT efficiency and sustainability

IT leaders need to balance IT sustainability with business drivers to innovate with digital technologies and ensure corporate systems remain secure Continue Reading
Answer 29 Mar 2023

Traditional WAN vs. SD-WAN: How do they compare?

While comparing traditional WAN vs. SD-WAN, network professionals can see the many benefits of SD-WAN, including centralized control and dynamic traffic management. Continue Reading
News 24 Mar 2023

Aryaka expands SD-WAN, SASE offer to SMEs

Having deployed its services to large enterprises and Fortune 100 companies for over a decade, software-defined networking technology focuses on small to medium-sized enterprises for secure access and wide area networks Continue Reading
Tip 13 Mar 2023

Top 9 SD-WAN benefits for businesses

Make the case for an SD-WAN implementation, and explore the benefits and main use cases for SD-WAN in enterprises, beyond traditional hybrid WANs. Continue Reading
News 07 Mar 2023

APAC IT leaders bullish on tech spending

Over half of respondents in this year’s IT Priorities study have bigger IT budgets as they continue to make strategic investments in cyber security, cloud and automation, among other areas Continue Reading
News 03 Mar 2023

MWC 2023: Ooredoo upgrades networks across MENA in partnership with Nokia, Huawei

Comms tech providers tasked to modernise parts of leading MENA and Asia operator’s existing networks, including deploying new sites and preparing for potential future launch of 5G Continue Reading
Tip 24 Feb 2023

3 important SD-WAN security considerations and features

Device onboarding, control plane security and data plane security are three crucial SD-WAN security considerations enterprises should research when choosing an SD-WAN vendor. Continue Reading
News 23 Feb 2023

Aryaka brings managed SD-WAN and SASE to more markets, verticals

Aryaka adds rich capabilities and innovations to accelerate the adoption of its cloud-based delivery for network and security services and to enable acceleration for improved application performance for increasingly hybrid workforces Continue Reading
News 22 Feb 2023

UK’s MoJ publishes £165m WAN tender

Ministry of Justice announces tender for wide-area network to deliver secure connectivity for authorised devices at key locations and those of its service recipients Continue Reading
Feature 21 Feb 2023

10 important components of SDN controllers

SDN controller features include modularity, APIs, clustering and GUIs. Read more in this chapter excerpt from 'SDN-Supported Edge-Cloud Interplay for Next Generation Internet of Things.' Continue Reading
News 09 Feb 2023

Extreme extends network fabric to the edge with enhanced SD-WAN

With ever-increasing threat blanket in wide-area network, cloud networking provider announces automated workflows, user experiences and 10Gbps throughput to boost application performance, lower operating cost and reduce mean time to resolution Continue Reading
Feature 07 Feb 2023

APAC buyer’s guide to SASE

In this buyer’s guide on secure access service edge services, we look at the benefits of the technology, key considerations and the market landscape Continue Reading
News 27 Jan 2023

Uncertainty persists, but enterprises rush to adopt network as a service

Research shows that enterprise network-as-a-service opportunities abound but comms service providers will need to overhaul investment and go-to-market strategies before adoption becomes widespread Continue Reading
News 26 Jan 2023

Stretched retail IT teams demand more from their networks

Research shows retail technology requirements are becoming denser and more complex, from immersive and live-streaming services to new forms of delivery and smart inventory Continue Reading
E-Zine 24 Jan 2023

BBC under scrutiny over its digital strategy

In this week’s Computer Weekly, the BBC faces in-depth scrutiny over its digital plans – we take a look at progress. Do you need to keep data forever? We examine the technologies behind infinite storage. And we find out about the digital transformation challenges in vehicle dealerships. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
News 18 Jan 2023

How Aruba is tapping opportunities in networking

Aruba is planning to expand its product portfolio, make deeper inroads into datacentres and drive adoption of network as a service, among other efforts to tap opportunities in the networking market Continue Reading
News 17 Jan 2023

Orange juices JDE expansion with SD-WAN

Telco’s Business Services division selected by global coffee company to secure end-to-end connectivity offerings for more than 120 locations worldwide Continue Reading
News 17 Jan 2023

StarHub to undertake major network transformation

Singapore telco StarHub is deploying a hybrid cloud architecture that will enable it to launch sovereign cloud services, among other capabilities Continue Reading
News 12 Jan 2023

Cloudflare completes SASE offer with Magic WAN Connector

Software-defined wide-area network functionality released by online application acceleration and infrastructure provider Cloudflare to complete single-supplier secure access service edge offering Continue Reading
News 29 Dec 2022

Top 10 networking stories of 2022

Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 networking stories of 2022 Continue Reading
E-Zine 20 Dec 2022

The Post Office IT scandal – cock-up or cover-up?

In this week’s Computer Weekly, the second phase of the Post Office IT scandal inquiry revealed further shocking details at every turn – we review the latest evidence. We examine progress of the roll-out of fast broadband connectivity across the UK. And as the Online Safety Bill returns to Parliament, we look at the ongoing arguments about how to keep the internet safe. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
News 11 Dec 2022

How Zscaler is cracking APAC’s cloud security market

Zscaler’s head in Asia-Pacific and Japan talks up the company’s growth momentum in the region and what it is doing to address areas where it can do better Continue Reading
News 05 Dec 2022

How HashiCorp is driving cloud provisioning and management

HashiCorp CEO Dave McJannet talks up how the company is supporting cloud provisioning in a hybrid environment and its investments in Asia-Pacific to capitalise on the region’s growth potential Continue Reading
News 18 Nov 2022

Enterprises embrace SD-WAN but miss benefits of integrated approach to security

Research from managed network and security services provider finds virtually all enterprises have deployed software-defined wide area networks or plan to do so within the next 24 months, but nearly half reported they either don’t have security integrated with SD-WAN or have no specific SD-WAN security at all Continue Reading
News 16 Nov 2022

Agility, business more important than cost, network management for IT teams

Cisco report finds new rules applying in a multicloud world, with IT decision-makers regarding security as the top networking challenge when managing distributed and hybrid workloads Continue Reading
News 10 Nov 2022

Largest 5,000 enterprises to increase WAN spend by 44% by 2026

Research predicts that revenue from port charges, software-defined wide area network and broadband will grow, while legacy networking’s contribution to overall market revenue set to decrease by 55% by 2026 Continue Reading
News 07 Nov 2022

Singtel, China Telecom Global to lead undersea cable consortium

New Asia Link Cable system will connect Hong Kong and Singapore with the Philippines, Brunei, and Hainan in China Continue Reading
News 10 Oct 2022

How Cloudflare is staying ahead of the curve

Cloudflare co-founder and CEO Matthew Prince talks up what has changed since the company’s first business plan was written in 2009 and how it keeps pace with the fast-moving network security landscape Continue Reading
News 03 Oct 2022

BT Group sees network gains through AI Accelerator

Telco announces new platform to orchestrate, accelerate and monitor artificial intelligence model deployments developed by its data community and to drive efficiencies Continue Reading
Podcast 28 Sep 2022

Koch’s networking: Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast

Matt Hoag, CTO of Koch Business Solutions, discusses networking as a service Continue Reading
News 28 Sep 2022

Zain Kuwait taps Accedian, Cisco for ‘unparalleled’ network performance monitoring and analytics

Middle East mobile voice and data services operator deploys automated assurance network technology to boost customer experience of performance and availability Continue Reading
20 Sep 2022

When network performance is the name of the Games

Major sporting events are now major IT and networking events. For Aruba, being in charge of networking for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games meant 20 simultaneous major projects - how did it go? Continue Reading
News 15 Sep 2022

IBM and Airtel team to bring secured edge cloud services to Indian enterprises

Indian telco teams with IT giant with aim of using network of edge datacentres to help businesses address critical business needs with greater efficiency, making it easier for companies to process workloads where their data resides Continue Reading
News 14 Sep 2022

Deutsche Telekom deploys converged packet core to boost enterprise 5G

Leading German operator deploys cloud-native standalone core, marking key milestone in the evolution of 5G architecture with scale and flexibility required to deliver innovative 5G standalone services to enterprise customers Continue Reading
News 13 Sep 2022

New networking era imminent as global internet bandwidth rises 28% in 2022

TeleGeography’s Global Internet Geography research service shows continuing return to ‘normal’ following the pandemic-generated bump of 2020, as demand looks to quickly transcend terabyte measure Continue Reading
News 09 Sep 2022

Singtel and Intel team up on 5G

Singtel and Intel have started an incubation programme to spearhead the development of enterprise 5G applications in areas including content delivery and video analytics Continue Reading
News 08 Sep 2022

CGI gets ESA order to develop predictive routing tool for satellite constellations

Tool will support increased need to equip satellite networks with software-defined networking to deliver simplified management, better end-to-end network automation support and streamlined delivery of network services Continue Reading
News 07 Sep 2022

Minor League Baseball hits in-stadium connectivity to new level

Cloud networking provider partners with Minor League Baseball to provide in-stadium tech and help its teams and players to become smarter and faster in improving their games and optimising the overall in-stadium experience Continue Reading
News 31 Aug 2022

VMware CEO: Broadcom acquisition is on track

Raghu Raghuram claims VMware customers are getting more comfortable with the Broadcom acquisition while employees are ‘more or less focused’ on the job at hand Continue Reading
News 30 Aug 2022

VMware beefs up Tanzu portfolio, adds OpenShift support

The Tanzu Application Platform will include support for Red Hat OpenShift, air-gapped installations and other capabilities to improve developer productivity and code security Continue Reading
News 25 Aug 2022

Bristow takes off with Speedcast multi-year connectivity agreement

Communications and IT services provider to deliver technology upgrades and SD-WAN solution to a leading global aviation services provider, connecting more than 40 onshore energy and search and rescue sites Continue Reading
Feature 24 Aug 2022

When network performance is the name of the Games

Major sporting events are now major IT and networking events. For Aruba, being in charge of networking for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games meant 20 simultaneous major projects - how did it go? Continue Reading
News 18 Aug 2022

Leeds signs Allied Telesis to improve network customer experience

Premier League football team and enterprise IoT and software-defined network solutions provider claim 15 years’ no-fail networking and improved experiences for infrastructure users Continue Reading
Feature 10 Aug 2022

APAC organisations warm to cloud networking

Organisations in Asia-Pacific are getting up to speed with cloud networking services, even as they grapple with the challenges of managing a hybrid cloud environment Continue Reading
News 02 Aug 2022

VMware CEO defends Broadcom deal

Raghu Raghuram is confident that Broadcom will invest in growing VMware through a broad portfolio of assets that will serve its entire customer base, not just its biggest customers Continue Reading
News 02 Aug 2022

Global SD-WAN becomes $3bn market for large multinational enterprises

Research finds that despite affirms accelerating migration to software-defined wide area networking services, legacy multiprotocol label switching still dominates global enterprise networking Continue Reading
News 26 Jul 2022

OneWeb merger plans with Eutelsat confirmed

French satellite operator reveals talks with UK government and Bharti Global-owned company that they say would be the first multi-orbit satellite operator offering integrated GEO and LEO solutions Continue Reading
News 20 Jul 2022

Vodafone upgrades global network with SDN for flexible scalability

Software-defined networking stack deployed on both IP and optical global internet network controllers Continue Reading
News 19 Jul 2022

5G connections in APAC to surpass 400 million by 2025

The number of 5G connections in Asia-Pacific will grow to more than 400 million by 2025, but a usage gap due to the lack of digital skills and affordability will still exist Continue Reading
Blog Post 14 Jul 2022

SASE - The Importance Of Spelling It Out In Full

First to note that in these financially – and politically – challenging times, it’s good to see serious investment still in the security area of IT. Let’s face it – we need it more than ever. In ... Continue Reading
News 07 Jul 2022

Netskope focuses on network transformation with ‘elite’ advisory group

Network technologies provider announces formation of Network Visionaries group featuring former AWS, Crowdstrike execs to offer cloud, hyperscale, security and networking expertise Continue Reading
News 05 Jul 2022

Cato Networks opens Copenhagen point of presence

Cato opens PoP in Danish capital to bolster resiliency and extend converged security and networking capabilities across Nordic region Continue Reading
Guide 01 Jul 2022

Essential Guide: State of 5G in APAC

In this Essential Guide, we examine the state of 5G rollouts in Asia-Pacific, how organisations are leveraging 5G and what is being done by telcos to address enterprise use cases of 5G Continue Reading
News 29 Jun 2022

Colt Technology Services gets SASE with enhanced enterprise network

Customers of enterprise network provider now have access to an integrated service that brings together the software-defined wide area network Continue Reading
News 27 Jun 2022

A1 Telekom Austria offers VMware SD-WAN

Covering Seven Sites in the CEE Area, leading telco teams with IT services provider to offer a new range managed software-defined wide area network services Continue Reading
Feature 01 Jun 2022

The state of Australia’s national broadband network

Australia’s national broadband network promises to improve broadband connectivity across the country but has been plagued by pricing issues. Here’s a look at where it is today and what lies ahead Continue Reading
News 30 May 2022

Analysts weigh in on Broadcom-VMware deal

VMware customers in APAC will need to assess their exposure amid uncertainty over the impact of the mega deal on the market Continue Reading
News 26 May 2022

Greggs bakes SD-WAN into shops of the future

Food retailer deploys software-defined wide area network to drive the increased use of in-shop devices and ensure consistent, high-quality bandwidth to fulfil growing demand Continue Reading
News 23 May 2022

AT&T Business launches managed wireless WAN

Telco unveils wireless wide area network designed to allow enterprises to untether locations, assets and people with a solution managed and monitored by network experts Continue Reading
News 17 May 2022

Cato Networks beefs up SASE offer with Marseilles point of presence

Point of presence in South of France port city joins SASE provider’s global private network of more than 70 PoPs worldwide, extending converged security and networking to the region while expanding in-country resiliency across key territory Continue Reading
Tip 12 May 2022

The role of network virtualization and SDN in data centers

SDN, zero trust and infrastructure as code are popular forms of network virtualization within the data center, moving away from manual VLANs toward policy-driven virtualization. Continue Reading
News 09 May 2022

Verizon Business opens gates to international stadium, deploys SD-WAN at Bertelsmann

Business services division of US comms giant announces dedicated strategy aimed at stadiums and venues located in Europe and Asia Pacific, offering specific technologies designed to benefit their requirements Continue Reading
E-Zine 03 May 2022

A prescription for digital accessibility at Boots

In this week’s Computer Weekly, millions of people have difficulties when using websites – we find out how Boots is making its e-commerce offering fully accessible. Our new buyer’s guide examines communications as a service. And we talk to Trainline’s CTO about how the rail app provider survived and thrived post-pandemic. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
News 29 Apr 2022

Orange Business Services delivers global SD-WAN to Siemens

Digital services company and global enterprise division of the global telco teams with leading German technology firm to complete what is said to be one of the largest software-defined wide area network deployments in the world, covering 1,168 worldwide locations across 94 countries Continue Reading
News 28 Apr 2022

SoftBank invests in Aryaka for international SD-WAN service, SD-core

With the objective of shoring up its international networking service, enabling a flexible and highly secure network that meets overseas customer needs, Japanese multinational upgrades software-defined wide area network and core Continue Reading
News 28 Apr 2022

Oracle teams with Verizon as it expands global network of industry innovation labs

New facility outside Chicago will explore how 5G can create and test use cases to solve industry challenges, from carbon reduction to worker safety and sustainable building Continue Reading
News 28 Apr 2022

Huawei demands innovation for greener world based on 5.5G

Communications technology giant outlines three pillars for innovation in a greener world, including advancing the connectivity industry Continue Reading