The Ultimate Guide to Software Defined Wide Area Network
A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Software Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN).
What to know about Software Defined Wide Area Network
Software Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) represents a transformative approach to managing and optimizing enterprise wide area networks (WANs) by using software-based technologies. SD-WAN simplifies the connectivity of branch offices, data centers, cloud services, and remote users, enhancing flexibility, reducing costs, and improving network performance. This technology decouples the networking hardware from its control mechanism, allowing companies to centrally manage traffic, optimize bandwidth use, and support cloud applications more effectively.
Our recent stories delve into various facets of SD-WAN, showcasing its rising adoption across industries and regions. Topics include how SD-WAN facilitates global operations with efficient WAN optimization, the integration of security features, the transition challenges from traditional MPLS networks, and the role of AI and intent-based networking in advancing SD-WAN capabilities. We also explore partnerships and innovations among key vendors, managed service offerings, and the impact of SD-WAN on enabling cloud-first strategies, unified communications, and enhanced user experiences.
Readers interested in the evolving landscape of networking technology will find insights into how SD-WAN addresses the demands of digital transformation, mobile workforces, multi-cloud environments, and changing security paradigms. Whether you’re an IT professional, decision-maker, or business leader, these stories provide practical knowledge on deploying, securing, and maximizing the benefits of SD-WAN solutions for modern enterprise networks.
Kiwi Software Defined Wide Area Network News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Nextro wins Axis project of the year in New Zealand
The award underlines growing demand for mission-critical security integration across New Zealand's infrastructure sector.
Telesmart joins AoG Marketplace to provide secure network services
Telesmart joins New Zealand's AoG Marketplace, offering secure network management services meeting strict government security standards for public sector use.
Mako Networks renews distribution partnership with SnapperNet
Mako Networks has renewed its partnership with SnapperNet, enabling resellers to offer a comprehensive Mako System under a new hardware-as-a-service model.
Mako Networks partners with Dynamic Supplies in NZ
Mako Networks has partnered with Dynamic Supplies to bring its PCI-certified network security solutions to businesses across New Zealand.
Kordia reveals digital transition cybersecurity challenges in NZ firms
New research from Kiwi tech firm Kordia reveals that 24% of businesses struggle to maintain cybersecurity during digital transformations.
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.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Software Defined Wide Area Network
Cato Networks' ARR surges past USD $350m amid SASE boom
Fortinet reports strong Q3 revenue growth & SASE adoption surge
Fortinet named leader in Gartner's 2025 hybrid mesh firewall
Netskope named leader in SASE & SSE by major industry analysts
Fortinet lifts outlook as quarterly revenue climbs to USD $1.63bn
Featured News
Expert Columns
The Death of the Firewall
How Apograph uses proactive firewall upgrades to protect clients and control costs
Why businesses need wired, wireless, and power-over-ethernet (PoE) firewalls
Everyone's talking about SASE. Few understand what it really takes
Five use cases that justify ditching VPNs for good
Is Fixed Wireless Access the next big thing?
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Software Defined Wide Area Network News
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ericsson launches 5G adapter for multi-site networks
Businesses with branch and remote sites could cut outage risk as Ericsson adds 5G and satellite links to its network management tools.
Versa adds cloud posture management to SASE platform
Security teams can now spot cloud misconfigurations and compliance gaps in real time as VersaONE adds posture management across major public clouds.
IP Fabric launches MCP server for network operations
Businesses testing AI in infrastructure management may gain tighter control over network data, compliance checks and change planning through the new server.
Nextro wins Fortinet SASE specialisation in New Zealand
The recognition could help New Zealand businesses seeking simpler hybrid-work security, after Nextro completed several Fortinet SASE deployments.
Cato lets customers buy modular SASE security tools
Budget-conscious buyers can now add Cato’s SASE security and networking modules gradually, instead of committing to the full platform upfront.
Netos & Nebula launch global FinOps push for networks
Netos picks Nebula as its first global services partner to scale FinOps-style network spend management for channel-led enterprise roll-outs.
Tech Mahindra, Fortinet launch unified managed SASE
Tech Mahindra and Fortinet unveil a unified managed SASE service to simplify hybrid networks, strengthen security and cut operating costs.
Fortinet unveils FortiOS 8.0 with AI & quantum-safe
Fortinet launches FortiOS 8.0, adding AI governance, flexible SASE deployment and post-quantum cryptography across its Security Fabric.
Fortinet's FortiOS 8.0 adds AI & quantum-safe tools
Fortinet's FortiOS 8.0 brings AI governance, next-gen SASE and quantum-safe cryptography to unify security across hybrid environments.
Cloudflare adds quantum-safe encryption across SASE
Cloudflare has enabled quantum-safe encryption across its SASE platform, securing IPsec, WAN and Zero Trust links without extra cost.
Ubigi, Tripsora tie eSIM data to AI travel planning
Ubigi teams with Tripsora to fold travel eSIM data into AI trip planning, promising savings of up to 75% and fewer roaming bill shocks.
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.
Ericsson unveils 5G router to power connected fleets
Ericsson launches modular 5G in-vehicle router with Wi-Fi 7, edge AI and centimetre-level tracking for fleets, transit and emergency services.
Expereo enhances expereoOne with digital case tool
Expereo adds shared Digital Case Management to expereoOne, giving enterprises a single, transparent case timeline across global networks.