The Definition of a Managed SD-WAN Service –

Distributed organizations face unique challenges in their networks. The main one is that branches can have very different types of access and broadband infrastructure, which compromises the overall performance of the net. Adding cloud-based applications to the mix adds to the problem.

The Software-Defined Wide Area Network, or SD-WAN, is the next-generation solution for solving these problems. As a trusted leader in managed SD-WAN services, Hughes is well-positioned to deliver on the promise of SD-WAN. The Hughes SD-WAN solution, powered by ActiveTechnologies ™, transforms broadband connections into a high-performance, enterprise-class WAN.

In the past two years, SD-WAN networks have been the most popular topic in systems. During this time, SD-WAN solutions have evolved considerably. Many providers have recently implemented extremely robust new architectures and additional features such as more sophisticated routing and security.

But not only technology has changed. The way SD-WAN networks are planned, owned, and operated has also changed considerably. Among the objectives of this blog are the great interest of organizations for the consumption of SD-WAN as a managed service, the evolution of the meaning of a managed SD-WAN service, and the evolution of how services managed by SD-WAN are built and operated.

What Is Managed SD-WAN?

It is an end-to-end turnkey network that can be quickly and easily implemented in an existing network infrastructure.
It is agnostic for WAN transport. As a leading provider, Hughes can integrate and manage cost-effective broadband access across the country: cable, wireless, satellite.
The managed SD-WAN downloads Internet traffic closer to the edge of the network to improve network performance.
The new Hughes HR4860 secure SD-WAN gateway combines security, routing, broadband optimization, and state-of-the-art firewalls, as well as SD-WAN functionality in an easy-to-deploy and manages platform.
Hughes HR4860 provides direct Internet access (DIA), Internet traffic, and cloudless direct load cloud from the edge of the site.

The HR4860 runs on Fortinet FortiOS, integrating a powerful operating system and advanced security features. Hughes offers the ability to configure state-of-the-art firewalls, including data leak prevention, vulnerability analysis, and intrusion prevention, centrally managed from the Hughes Data Center.
Simplify network complexity with 24/7 WAN management, including touch configuration and web-based network performance management.

The managed SD-WAN allows dynamic load sharing across multiple connections for better traffic flow. At the heart of SD-WAN is the Active / Active ability to dynamically assign traffic on two active routes.
Hughes SD-WAN managed includes additional optimization tools with our existing technologies. Hughes ActiveTechnologies is not available in other SD-WAN providers, allowing significantly shorter processing times, better user experience, and the best possible WAN solution.

When companies evaluate SD-WAN solutions, one of the options available to them is to implement or not an SD-WAN solution. If they choose this option, the customer is responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and administering all components of the solution.

The adoption of a solution has many advantages. One of the benefits is that we usually cost less than a managed service. Potentially more important than cost savings, organizations that adopt a solution completely control the implementation of the solution and its evolution over time. By having this control, these organizations can react quickly to changes in the environment.

However, several factors make it challenging to implement an oursolution. One of the factors is the scope of functionality that an SD-WAN solution encompasses. The impact of this factor is to simultaneously extend the time and increase the resources needed to evaluate and implement an SD-WAN network autonomously. The internal IT skills required to adopt our solution are another factor. The challenge here is twofold. Does the organization have the skills to manage the life cycle of a solution? If so, do you think that implementing an SD-WAN network as our solution is the most useful use of these rescues?

As described in the 2018 WAN Architecture and Design Guide, just over half of network organizations prefer a non-OUR solution. The most popular alternative to our answer is a managed service. Managed Service Providers are referred to as Managed Service Providers (MSPs). MSPs typically acquire and implement the same SD-WAN functionality as an enterprise network organization, and leverage this functionality to provide customers with a turnkey solution.

Key Advantages –

Industry-leading security: No more security scares
Fully managed service delivery: We focus on your network so you can focus on your business
Faster processing and improved end user experience
Non-stop application delivery: brownouts are a thing of the past

Guaranteed real-time application quality (ideal for video and VoIP)