VMware, known for turning the impossible into the essential, has done it again. We’re excited to announce that VMware has been positioned as a Leader for the second time in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide SD-WAN Infrastructure 2023 Vendor Assessment (doc #US50471623, September 2023). VMware was also positioned as a Leader in the 2021 version of the same report (there was no 2022 edition).
VMware SD-WAN™ was recognized for several strengths including its up-and-coming cloud-based security tools portfolio, management tool integrations, work-from-home services, and integrated network visibility and analytics solutions. Download this important SD-WAN market overview today.
Source: “IDC MarketScape Worldwide SD-WAN Infrastructure 2023 Vendor Assessment”, by Brandon Butler, September 2023, IDC #US5047162. The IDC MarketScape vendor analysis model is designed to provide an overview of the competitive fitness of ICT suppliers in a given market. The research methodology utilizes a rigorous scoring methodology based on both qualitative and quantitative criteria that results in a single graphical illustration of each vendor’s position within a given market. The Capabilities score measures vendor product, go-to-market and business execution in the short-term. The Strategy score measures alignment of vendor strategies with customer requirements in a 3-5-year timeframe. Vendor market share is represented by the size of the circles. Vendor year-over-year growth rate relative to the given market is indicated by a plus, neutral or minus next to the vendor name.
SD-WAN plays a key role in the software-defined edge
VMware SD-WAN is a pivotal component of the software-defined edge: a distributed digital infrastructure for running workloads across dispersed locations, placed close to endpoints producing or consuming data. In the software-defined edge, SD-WAN is an intelligent network overlay that can program the underlay based on the type of workload, so business-critical or time-critical tasks take priority. VMware SD-WAN has the features to make edge networks smarter, faster and more resilient.
Why choose VMware SD-WAN?
We are proud to say that VMware SD-WAN has the number one SD-WAN market share. More than 18,000 customers and over 96 million end users in 180 countries across 580,000+ sites trust VMware SD-WAN to move their business forward.
“VMware SD-WAN provides a transport independent overlay that can work across any combination of circuits. It can dynamically optimize traffic over multiple links, enabling secure (encrypted) connectivity to enterprise data centers, public SaaS & IaaS clouds, as well as remote and hybrid workers.”
One of the standout features of VMware SD-WAN is its vast network of more than 200 VMware Edge PoPs around the globe, provided by VMware and its partners. These PoPs allow data to be transmitted and routed more efficiently, resulting in faster and more reliable access to cloud applications. VMware SD-WAN uses Dynamic Multipath Optimization™ (DMPO), which allows for failover and continuous optimization between different network paths without any disruption to the user experience. By selecting the optimal path for each packet, VMware SD-WAN helps to eliminate performance bottlenecks and improve overall network efficiency.
Another significant benefit of VMware SD-WAN, especially as part of VMware SASE™, is its emphasis on security. VMware SD-WAN Enhanced Firewall Service is an effective business solution at the edge that provides single-click protection. The software includes built-in encryption, firewalls, and intrusion detection and prevention systems, which are all managed centrally through a single interface. This approach significantly reduces the complexity of network security management and ensures that all endpoints are consistently protected against cyber threats. VMware SD-WAN also has numerous security certifications, including PCI DSS, HIPAA, and SOC 2 Type II, which means it meets rigorous industry standards for data protection and privacy.
Easy to use and integrate with complementary solutions
“VMware’s SD-WAN has integrations with a variety of other management tools from VMware, which make VMware’s SD-WAN a strong choice for VMware customers and gives the company significant opportunity to expand its SD-WAN customer base.”
Zero-touch installation and configuration of VMware SD-WAN make it an incredibly user-friendly and scalable solution. With zero-touch deployment, IT teams can effortlessly set up and operate the network from anywhere. Automated processes simplify the onboarding of new branches, while real-time analytics allow for streamlined monitoring and troubleshooting. The result is a network that can scale up or down as needed, with minimal manual intervention.
Finally, the VMware SD-WAN platform has a vast array of APIs that allows organizations to integrate with other applications and services seamlessly. This opens up the possibility of customizing network performance for specific business processes and optimizing usage for applicable application workloads. VMware SD-WAN can be seamlessly integrated with cloud solutions such as Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS, and other private and hybrid multi-cloud environments.
As businesses continue to embrace digital transformation, the need for agile, flexible and secure networking solutions have never been more vital. VMware SD-WAN is a trailblazing SD-WAN solution that offers a broad range of innovative features and technical benefits that enable unparalleled networking efficiency that suits modern business requirements. Download the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide SD-WAN Infrastructure 2023 Vendor Assessment to learn more.
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Read the press release announcing that VMware has been positioned as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide SD-WAN Infrastructure 2023 Vendor Assessment
