The Ultimate Guide to Software Defined Wide Area Network
A curated Asian 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.
Asian Software Defined Wide Area Network News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Netfos partners with Netskope to bring AI security to Taiwan
Netfos partners with Netskope to deliver AI-driven security and networking solutions to Taiwanese organisations, enhancing digital transformation efforts.
Juniper launches local Mist cloud to boost secure AI networking
Juniper Networks has launched a local Mist cloud instance in Japan to meet rising demand for secure, AI-driven networking and data localisation compliance.
Colt delivers 1000 Versa SD-WAN services spanning 55 nations
Colt Technology Services has delivered its 1,000th Versa SD-WAN service, marking significant progress in automating global digital services across 55 nations, including Asian markets.
Axiata, Versa Networks partner for enterprise SASE in Asia
Axiata has partnered with Versa Networks to deliver Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) technology to rapidly digitalising Asian enterprises.
Sime Darby Berhad to use Equinix APAC data centers
Equinix has expanded its digital infrastructure services, including its International Business Exchange data centers, to Sime Darby Berhad.
Belton chooses Epsilon for re-architecture of its WAN
Belton Technology Group has chosen Epsilon to transform its WAN in a deal that will upgrade connectivity across multiple countries.
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
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
Recent Software Defined Wide Area Network News
ECI unveils new SD-WAN solution
Global provider ECI has announced a virtualized SD-WAN solution, Muse, to help enterprises optimize their WAN traffic.
Connectivity in an age where the application is king
As enterprises pivot to cloud-centric operations, SD-WAN evolves, putting application experience at the forefront and transforming edge connectivity.
NTT Com provides Hitachi with top-scale SD-WAN network solution
NTT Com to deploy a large-scale SD-WAN solution for Hitachi's global network across 1,000 offices, enhancing flexibility and agility in 40 countries.
New SD-WAN tech helps companies connect to clouds & data centers faster
Connection methods include data center to data center, office to office, cloud to cloud as well as data center or office to cloud.
Gorilla inks post-quantum deal with CHELPIS Quantum
Customers in government, banking and infrastructure could soon get quantum-safe networking as Gorilla moves towards an April 2026 launch.
SonicWall launches Gen 8 virtual firewall for MSPs
Small offices and branch sites now get Gen 8 protection as SonicWall expands its firewall range into cloud and hypervisor environments.
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.
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.
Expereo & Cato unite to simplify global WAN security
Expereo and Cato Networks join forces to offer multinational firms unified managed connectivity and cloud security via a single provider.