The Ultimate Guide to Software Defined Wide Area Network
A curated Australian edition of IndustrialDay 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.
Australian Software Defined Wide Area Network News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Cleanaway taps Macquarie Telecom for SD-WAN overhaul
More than 350 Cleanaway sites will gain steadier communications as the waste group replaces legacy infrastructure, with 25 locations already live.
The connectivity stack: Why Australian ICT leaders are rethinking where their websites live
Offshore web hosting is becoming harder to justify as Australian firms weigh latency, sovereignty and support risks across their digital stack.
Vocus & Fortinet launch Secure Shield for AI oversight
It aims to curb staff data leaks into public AI tools by giving Australian employers visibility and controls over what workers share.
Ip.Glass modernises Baiada Poultry's network with Fortinet
The poultry producer can now segment systems during a cyber incident, helping cut the risk of costly outages across its supply chain.
Macquarie wins Netskope APJ managed services award
The deal underlines rising demand for bundled cloud security as Australian agencies and businesses face tighter compliance and AI-related data risks.
Good Drinks signs Macquarie network deal to cut outages
Good Drinks taps Macquarie Telecom for new SASE network to curb peak-season outages and bolster cyber security across its national operations.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Software Defined Wide Area Network
Fortinet named Gartner Leader in hybrid mesh firewall
Fortinet named Gartner Leader in hybrid mesh firewall
Netskope named leader in Gartner SASE & SSE reports
Zscaler lands dual Gartner Leader spots in SASE, SSE
Check Point launches AI Network Firewall in R82.20
Featured News
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
SD-WAN is the SASE foundation enterprises can't ignore
Everyone's talking about SASE. Few understand what it really takes
5 lessons Australian IT leaders should take from Cisco Live Melbourne 2025
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Software Defined Wide Area Network News
ScopeTel & Orange Business seal Asia-Pacific tie-up
The tie-up aims to improve secure connectivity for remote oil, gas and maritime operations across Malaysia and selected Asia-Pacific markets.
Eclypsium flags 1,051 CVEs in infrastructure advisories
Revised guidance and remotely exploitable flaws are heightening the risk of widespread compromise across firewalls, routers and switches.
11:11 Systems wins Telarus best engineering team award
The recognition highlights how engineering support is shaping adviser sales in cloud and connectivity, with 11:11 Systems cited for helping win business.
Fortinet lifts full-year revenue guidance after strong Q2
Stronger demand for its network security tools sent quarterly revenue up 26 per cent and prompted a higher full-year outlook for the cybersecurity group.
11:11 Systems launches managed SASE with Cato Networks
Businesses with distributed workforces can now get round-the-clock SASE management as 11:11 adds Cato Networks' cloud platform to its services.
TCS expands ABB network deal with AI-led operations
The expanded multi-year deal will give ABB a single, centrally managed network as TCS takes over end-to-end operations across its global systems.
TCS wins broader role in ABB's global network overhaul
The multi-year pact will centralise ABB's fragmented networks, aiming to improve security and reliability across operations used by 110,000 staff.
Mandiant reveals Cisco SD-WAN zero-day root breach
A malicious CSV upload gave an intruder root access to a Cisco SD-WAN management system at a communications provider, Mandiant said.
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.
Nextro wins Fortinet SASE specialisation in New Zealand
The recognition could help New Zealand businesses seeking simpler hybrid-work security, after Nextro completed several Fortinet SASE deployments.
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.
Virtualplatform extends orchestration for SD-WAN underlay
Virtualplatform adds SD-WAN underlay orchestration, giving multi-site enterprises unified carrier management and clearer network visibility.
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.
