Managed network services technology

News and features on networking technologies, trends and services. Find out about managed network services technology and other areas of interest to managed service providers.

January 25, 2019 25 Jan'19
Avaya partners at forefront of vendor's cloud transformation

According to Avaya, the business communications vendor will reward partners that help build out Avaya cloud business; other channel news from the week.
December 07, 2018 07 Dec'18
SolarWinds adds SDN monitoring to network management tools

In networking news, SolarWinds updates its network management software; a report predicts SDN's future; and Barefoot Networks updates its P4-programmable switch.
November 15, 2018 15 Nov'18
Cisco strategy revolves around multi-domain architecture

Cisco aims to interconnect various networking domains -- from the data center to the cloud -- in an approach it has dubbed multi-domain architecture.
November 14, 2018 14 Nov'18
Cisco partners view Catalyst 9200 as service opportunity

Channel executives at Cisco Partner Summit 2018 say Cisco's new Catalyst switches offer the ability to wrap software and services around hardware sales.

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A brief glossary of network service provider types

For network novices and experts alike, this glossary of basic terms covers essential keywords related to network services and the various providers that sell them. Continue Reading
How are automated network configuration and management changing?

Could a new generation of network testing and verification tools combine with automated network configuration to mimic intent-based networking systems? Continue Reading
How to strategize for WAN and SD-WAN performance monitoring

The importance of WAN performance monitoring hasn't decreased with the introduction of SD-WAN and other technologies. Enterprises still need to enforce proper monitoring strategies. Continue Reading

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The 3 pillars of SD-WAN QoS and questions to ask your providers

Traffic shaping, path control and forward error correction are three core components of SD-WAN QoS. Here are some crucial questions to ask your vendors regarding those areas. Continue Reading
VoIP systems deliver advanced telephony and UC features

Learn what 10 leading on-premises, SaaS and hybrid VoIP platforms offer in terms of features, unified communication functionality, phone hardware compatibility and technical support. Continue Reading
How modern WAN edge services can benefit your network

Modern services could replace legacy routers at the network edge. And while individual WANs have different edge requirements, common needs include flexibility and reliability. Continue Reading

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3 considerations that can spark modern networking innovations

In this roundup of networking blogs, experts explore the possibility of network transformations, including where the industry needs the most change and new ways of thinking. Continue Reading
Reseller business model transformation pivots on cultural change

MNJ Technologies, a once fast-growing VAR, found its sales were stagnating. Here's how it got back on track with its effort to push beyond the reseller business model. Continue Reading
How can organizations improve their network change management?

Organizations can optimize their network change management processes with dedicated change management services for improved planning, monitoring and communication capabilities. Continue Reading

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3 types of configuration tools for network change management

From openly available scripting tools to vendor-supplied services, network change management and configuration tools generally fit into three main categories. Continue Reading
Microsoft Exchange Unified Messaging change presents dilemma

The arrival of Exchange 2019 also means the end of unified messaging in the on-premises offering. Admins who use voicemail in Outlook should explore their options. Continue Reading
How to simulate a multisite network with VMware Workstation

If you want to test out a WAN link between two networks with VDI, VMware Workstation can help. Here's how it works. Continue Reading