The journey to secure and optimize enterprise branches has evolved from the days of rigid MPLS networks to the agility of SD-WAN. Now, we stand at the threshold of the next stage: Secure Access Service Edge (SASE). When architected correctly, SASE converges vital network and security capabilities into a single, cloud-delivered service. Let’s delve into why SASE’s moment is now and how organizations can benefit from this transformative wave.
Legacy SD-WAN: A Roadblock to Progress
Traditional branch infrastructure is grappling with complexity, excessive costs, and reliance on numerous point products. It falls short in detecting and prioritizing the myriad cloud apps crucial for modern business. Legacy SD-WAN appliances, designed for an era that no longer exists, are hindering progress in today’s remote-first world. The pressing need for change to accommodate the requirements of the modern branch office is evident.
Cloud App Explosion and Legacy SD-WAN’s Blind Spot
In the modern business landscape, cloud applications are ubiquitous, driving productivity and growth. However, legacy SD-WAN is struggling to keep up. The average number of cloud applications in use is projected to reach 72,000 by 2024. Legacy SD-WAN’s incapacity to detect and control this surge is a significant concern. The need for optimization that legacy solutions fail to provide in the cloud-first era is evident.
Hybrid Work Models and Remote Productivity Challenges
With 74% of businesses adopting permanent hybrid work models, traditional branch offices are evolving. However, remote employees often miss out on the benefits of SD-WAN, impacting productivity. Legacy solutions are inadequate in seamlessly extending SD-WAN capabilities to remote users. Ensuring a consistently smooth user experience, regardless of location, becomes crucial.
IoT Proliferation and Security Concerns
The proliferation of IoT devices, from office cameras to factory sensors, introduces new security challenges. Legacy SD-WAN solutions fall short in meeting the robust security requirements essential for modern branches. Addressing the need for elevated management and heightened security requirements in the face of IoT proliferation becomes imperative.
Bolted-on Security: Driving Up Costs and Complexity
The cost and complexity of bolted-on security are escalating. Disjointed point products, lacking integration, create inconsistent and ineffective security policies. A unified security approach is advocated to streamline costs and enhance overall security effectiveness.
Operational Efficiency Gaps and IT Team Burnout
Modern IT teams face burnout concerns, with legacy solutions falling short in automating tasks and ensuring efficient management. Streamlining automation, integrating tools, and enhancing analytics become crucial steps to reduce operational overhead.
Next-Gen SASE Branch
Today, the Next-Gen SASE Branch is introduced—a comprehensive solution that converges context-aware SASE fabric, zero trust hybrid security, and SkopeAI-powered Cloud Orchestrator into a single, cloud-delivered service. This solution addresses the challenges posed by legacy SD-WAN, providing a seamless, secure, and automated network infrastructure.
Key Tenets of Next-Gen SASE Branch:
- Context-aware SASE Fabric: Cloud Confidence Index (CCI)-based SD-WAN optimization, VRF-based segmentation, and advanced routing.
- Zero Trust Hybrid Security: Cloud-based SWG, CASB, on-premises NGFW, IPS/IDS, IoT security, automated device categorization, and dynamic micro-segmentation.
- SkopeAI-powered Cloud Orchestrator: Unified SASE console for zero-touch provisioning, reduced support tickets, per-user SLE metrics, end-to-end path visibility, and integrated Proactive Digital Experience Management (P-DEM).
Embrace the Future with Vinca Cyber
Vinca Cyber invites organizations to embrace a new era of unified SASE management, leveraging the power of SkopeAI and Proactive Digital Experience Management to streamline operations and ensure top-notch application performance. Say goodbye to the complexity of traditional branch architectures and welcome a brighter future with Vinca Cyber’s Next-Gen SASE Branch.
