The Ultimate Guide to Network-as-a-Service
A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Network-as-a-Service (NaaS).
What to know about Network-as-a-Service
Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) is an evolving cloud service model that delivers flexible network connectivity and management on demand, eliminating the need for traditional on-premises infrastructure investments. It enables organizations to extend and modernize their networks seamlessly, integrating existing systems such as MPLS with cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure and Office 365, while supporting modern technologies like SDN (Software Defined Networking) and NFV (Network Function Virtualization).
Recent developments highlight partnerships between global service providers and technology firms to accelerate network modernization and cloud transformation. Businesses are increasingly adopting NaaS to achieve better agility, security, and operational efficiency, especially as multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environments become the norm. With the network becoming central to digital transformation efforts, NaaS plays a key role in delivering secure, high-performance connectivity that adapts to rapidly changing business needs.
Industry analyses forecast significant market growth for NaaS, driven by demand for software-defined wide area networks (SD-WAN), network automation, and AI-driven network management. For organizations seeking to protect their investments and keep pace with technology trends such as 5G, edge computing, and IoT, exploring NaaS solutions offers a valuable opportunity to enhance connectivity, optimize network resources, and improve business outcomes.
Kiwi Network-as-a-Service News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Ingram Micro Experience 2025 to unite NZ tech channel in Auckland
Ingram Micro Experience 2025 will unite over 1,000 NZ tech resellers, vendors and partners at Auckland Showgrounds on 18 September for industry growth and innovation.
Spectrum appoints Deane Jessep to drive sovereign AI strategy
Spectrum names Deane Jessep CTO to lead New Zealand's sovereign AI strategy, tackling cloud costs, data sovereignty, and AI governance in enterprise and government sectors.
Spectrum appoints Marty Bennett to lead new era of growth
Spectrum appoints Marty Bennett as Country Manager, signalling renewed focus on governance, staff growth and key IT services in New Zealand.
Tū Ātea to build New Zealand's first private 5G network
Tū Ātea is set to launch New Zealand's first commercial Private 5G network at CentrePort, enhancing connectivity for the vital Wellington port operations.
Dicker Data expands Juniper Networks partnership to New Zealand
Providing access to artificial intelligence-driven network solutions, Dicker Data has extended its partnership with Juniper Networks into New Zealand.
RUCKUS Networks seeks partners for growth AI-driven solutions
RUCKUS Networks is expanding its reach, seeking partners to grow its innovative AI-driven solutions across ANZ.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Network-as-a-Service
Expert Columns
Recent Network-as-a-Service News
Juniper and NEC electrify Powerco's WiFi user experience
A joint nationwide WiFi refresh by Juniper and NEC will provide New Zealand's gas and electricity distributor with better network, insights and visibility.
UCG secures Chorus contracts for fibre & network infrastructure across North Island
UCG secures infrastructure contracts with Chorus for Auckland and the entire North Island, spanning network services, maintenance, and fibre provisioning.
TPT Group completes 12th acquisition in New Zealand with Cablenet
Local investment company TPT Group has acquired Cablenet, one of the largest ICT infrastructure companies in New Zealand.
Spark NZ chooses Fortinet Secure SD-WAN to deliver scalable, secure services
Spark New Zealand selects Fortinet Secure SD-WAN to enhance services for corporate, enterprise, and government customers.
Kordia launches Google Cloud Partner Interconnect
Kordia's direct connection to Google Cloud, Partner Interconnect, is now officially available to Kordia customers.
Unlocking MSP opportunities with secure SD-WAN
Increasingly, enterprises are adopting managed security services to help them plug any gaps in their protection to achieve consistent security.
Tapping into SD-WAN's productivity gains without the security concerns
If you can migrate all of your security requirements to a single, interoperable security fabric, you can reduce your operational overheads significantly.
What SMEs need to know about the role of the network in digital transformation
SMEs in New Zealand need robust network solutions to thrive in digital transformation, yet face unique challenges like limited budgets and staff resources.
Fitzroy Engineering selects Kordia for SD-WAN rollout
Fitzroy Engineering chooses Kordia for nationwide SD-WAN rollout in New Zealand, citing flexibility and lower costs.
Wise Group selects Kordia for 54 site SD-WAN rollout
SD-WAN will increase the overall flexibility, performance and capabilities of Wise Group's Internet-based applications.
Kiwi businesses finally shed legacy IT networks to focus on the future
New Zealand organisations are finally starting to leave the old legacy networks behind as they move towards a 'strategic' approach to IT.
Solarix Networks & Cradlepoint combine WAN & LTE strengths
Solarix Networks Limited and Cradlepoint have leveraged specialties to boost its wired wide area network (WAN) using Cradlepoint's LTE technology.
Endace returns to New Zealand ownership once again
Endace has become a wholly New Zealand owned and operated company, following a management-led buyout from Emulex - its parent company.
SD-WAN market growth not letting up
The software defined wide area network (SD-WAN) market is steadily growing as enterprises embrace mobility and look for ways to reduce expenses.
Huawei wings big for wireless network innovations
This year, the company walked away with 5G Innovation of the Year, Fixed Broadband Project of the Year and Wireless Network Project of the Year.
Growing discord between demand for WiFi and building design
In the digital world where mobility reigns supreme, there is a growing gap between expectations of wireless customers and those who design buildings.
SITA launches managed airport network service with HPE
SITA rolls out managed campus network for airports with HPE, using cloud controls and AI to cut downtime, simplify operations and scale across sites.
Alkira Connect partner programme targets AI-led growth
Alkira launches Connect partner programme to drive AI-native network services growth, prioritising recurring services over one-off resale.
Kingspan Insulation taps Expereo for global SD-WAN revamp
Kingspan Insulation picks Expereo to unify connectivity across 90 global sites, replacing MPLS with managed SD-WAN under one platform.
Cloudflare, JD Cloud boost China-global AI inference
Cloudflare and JD Cloud are deepening their alliance to build a cross-border AI cloud, promising up to 80% lower latency for inference.