Obscure Technologies Delivers Borderless SD-WAN for the Modern Enterprise
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In a world where enterprise connectivity extends beyond traditional office spaces, Obscure Technologies and its partner Netskope are leading the charge with Borderless SD-WAN—a next-generation solution designed to support secure, high-performance connectivity for today’s distributed workforce. The challenges of modern enterprise connectivity are reshaping the way businesses think about networking and security, demanding a new approach built on zero trust principles and optimized for the cloud-first era.
The Need for Borderless SD-WAN in a Distributed World
“The traditional enterprise perimeter has dissolved, with users and devices now scattered across locations,” explains Francois van Hirtum, CTO at Obscure Technologies. “Applications are spread across hybrid and multicloud environments, and legacy SD-WAN solutions are falling short in addressing the needs of modern businesses.” In today’s world, users connect from remote offices, micro-branches, mobile fleets, and even IoT devices within manufacturing environments, all of which extend the network far beyond the conventional office walls.
To meet these challenges, Netskope Borderless SD-WAN integrates zero trust security with high-performance application connectivity, enabling seamless, secure, and efficient access for all sites, remote users, and IoT devices. This borderless architecture ensures that the modern enterprise can deliver a consistent user experience, regardless of location or device.
Why Modern Enterprises Need Borderless SD-WAN
Traditional network infrastructures were not designed for the complexity of today’s distributed environments. As companies embrace remote work, multicloud environments, and IoT deployments, the need for a flexible, scalable, and secure networking solution becomes paramount.
“Legacy network architectures are lagging behind and creating inefficiencies for today’s businesses,” says van Hirtum. “We need to rethink how we build modern networks, where networking and security are tightly integrated and delivered from the cloud based on zero trust principles. This vision aligns with what Gartner defines as Secure Access Service Edge (SASE).”
Key Advantages of Netskope Borderless SD-WAN
Unified Platform: Netskope Borderless SD-WAN consolidates networking and security capabilities into a single, integrated platform. With “one platform, one software, one policy,” organizations eliminate the need for multiple point products, simplifying network management and reducing costs.
Comprehensive Hybrid Work Support: The solution provides secure connectivity for a variety of use cases, including remote users, branch offices, IoT, and multicloud environments. From home offices to vehicles and high-value assets, Borderless SD-WAN offers flexible connectivity options that meet the needs of today’s workforce.
Intelligent Traffic Steering: Netskope Borderless SD-WAN seamlessly routes traffic to the Netskope Security Cloud and NewEdge network, ensuring optimized paths for critical applications and improving performance for business resources.
Context-Driven Security: Netskope’s Cloud XD engine provides adaptive policies and one-click insertion of intelligent security services, such as Next-Gen Secure Web Gateway (NG-SWG) and Firewall as a Service (FWaaS). These features ensure robust protection against cyber threats while enabling centralized management for quick deployment.
All-in-One SASE Gateway: This integrated SASE gateway combines SD-WAN, security, routing, 4G/5G connectivity, and edge compute capabilities. It provides a wide range of deployment options, from software clients and cellular gateways to data centers and virtual gateways, supporting organizations of all sizes.
Enhanced Security and Connectivity with Secure SD-WAN
Netskope’s Secure SD-WAN redefines the SD-WAN landscape for a cloud-first world. Key features include:
AI-Driven Operations: AI and ML-powered insights optimize traffic flow, enhance application performance, and provide seamless user experiences.
Integrated Zero Trust Security: Unlike legacy solutions, which add security as an afterthought, Netskope’s SD-WAN offers built-in zero trust security, combining networking and protection to secure all connections.
Remote Access and Flexibility: Netskope’s SD-WAN is designed to support remote access, making it ideal for hybrid work environments and remote-first organizations.
This SD-WAN solution also provides enterprise-grade WiFi to ensure secure access to business resources from any location. By offering flexible wireless WAN connectivity, Netskope’s SD-WAN reduces lead times for broadband installation, avoiding complex network setups and facilitating secure, reliable connectivity.
Supporting Multicloud and IoT Networking
Netskope Borderless SD-WAN empowers organizations to simplify multicloud networking with automated connections, deep analytics, and intelligent traffic management. Key capabilities include:
Multicloud Analytics and Insights: Gain comprehensive visibility across multicloud environments, ensuring consistent performance and policy-aware traffic steering.
IoT Intelligent Access: Connects and manages IoT/OT data to create business intelligence, enabling smart insights and optimized IoT connectivity for manufacturing and other industries.
In a world of increasing complexity, Netskope Borderless SD-WAN provides the scale and simplicity needed to support remote operations and access to critical assets, while maintaining a secure, seamless, and adaptable network environment.
A Future-Proof Solution for African Enterprises
As organizations across Africa embrace digital transformation and remote work, the demand for secure, scalable, and high-performance networking solutions is greater than ever. Netskope Borderless SD-WAN, delivered through Obscure Technologies, provides a compelling solution that meets the needs of modern enterprises, enabling them to navigate the complexities of today’s connected world.
To find out more about Obscure Technologies' SD-WAN offerings, visit our the solutions page on our website
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