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Sensible network automation is key to adopting newer network technologies like software-defined networking (SDN), intent-based networking (IBN), and network function virtualization (NFV), that are much needed in the highly-digitalized business environment. The future is in the cloud, which means the automation should span hybrid and multi-cloud environments, along with the traditional on-premise ones.

As enterprises scale up their networks and adopt new technologies, threats to the network go up too. Network automation platforms should not just limit themselves to automation, but also keep networks secure with intuitive vulnerability detection and mitigation methods.

Network automation integrates your technologies with the operational processes of your business to create smart, personalized automation policies. The network connects applications, storage, and users, and is uniquely placed to provide deep insight from the highest levels of abstraction right down to individual workloads. The ultimate goals are reducing human error and increasing efficiency by using software controls to configure, provision, manage, and test network devices.
In the era of digital transformation, automation is everything. The technology building blocks of a digital organization, such as Internet of Things, cloud computing, and mobility, are all reliant on the network. If the network is slow, it will stall your digital transformation, but intelligent network automation will propel you forward and help you thrive.
On a tactical level, network automation tools are designed to facilitate automated provisioning of virtual network tenants and tasks. Thus, networking automation is a primary contributor to network orchestration, network virtualization, and software-defined networking.
Network automation is reliant on orchestration with every component of the data center. This means that if a component is changed, such as a server or storage configuration, a change will then be required on the network, as well. Network changes have to happen fast, and automatically.
Network automated switches eliminate the need for lengthy, manual staging. Proper images and configuration are downloaded automatically upon being turned on. Network automation makes it possible to recognize devices as they’re added and automate their set-up.
Network management and operations can also be automated and informed by analytics. Network automated switches should be able to automatically respond to alerts and events.
To unleash new levels of business innovation and competitive advantage, today’s organizations are embracing digital tran

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