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Transformation of Enterprise Networks: Implementing Internet-First Strategies and SD-WAN

Andrew Brown  (Managing Partner, Levine, Blaszak, Block & Boothby, LLP)

Anthony Mangino  (TechCaliber Consulting, TechCaliber Consulting)

TJ Bondarenka  (Wesco Distribution, Wesco Distribution)

John Whitaker  (Manager Connectivity / Connectivity Engineering, Williams)

Date: Thursday, March 20

Time: 9:00 am - 9:45 am

Pass Type: Premium, Standard

Session Type: Conference Track Session

Track: Collaboration Platforms & UC

Vault Recording: TBD

Join this panel of industry experts and senior IT professionals to hear real-world case studies of large enterprises transitioning from MPLS to Internet First architectures and SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Networking). See how these enterprises streamlined their connectivity, improved network performance, and optimized costs. You’ll also learn how to avoid the challenges that arise if enterprises do not understand the differences in vendor offerings and fail to develop robust business cases that reveal the technical and cost differences between different vendor solutions. You’ll come away with actionable insights from other large organizations that have already undertaken this journey--the steps to take and the pitfalls to avoid.

Key Takeaways:

  • Practical insights into how large corporations can transition from MPLS to Internet First and SD-WAN, with clear guidance on how to evaluate, plan, and implement such a transformation.
  • A deeper understanding of the financial trade-offs between traditional WAN solutions such as MPLS and newer technologies like SD-WAN, including considerations around total cost of ownership (TCO) and return on investment (ROI).
  • Actionable strategies for overcoming common technical and operational challenges when upgrading network infrastructures.