Today there are many challenges in managing the network, because of manual configuration and fragmented tool offerings. Manual operations are slow and error-prone. Issues are exacerbated because of a constantly changing environment. The growth of users and different devices types makes it more complex to configure and maintain a consistent user policy across the network.
Network deployment challenges
Setup or deployment of a single network switch can take several hours due to scheduling requirements and the need to work with different infrastructure groups. In some cases, deploying a batch of switches can take several weeks.
Network security challenges
Security is a critical component of managing modern networks. Organizations need to protect resources and make changes efficiently in response to real-time needs. In traditional networks, it can be challenging to track VLANs, access control lists (ACLs), and IP addresses to ensure optimal policy and security compliance.
Wireless and wired network challenges
Disparate networks are common in many organizations, because different systems are managed by different departments. Typically, the main IT network is operated separately from building management systems, security systems, and other production systems. This leads to duplication of network hardware procurement and inconsistency in management practices.
Network operations challenges
IT teams often contend with outdated change management tools, difficulty in maintaining productivity,and slow issue resolution.
