Creating a secure SD-WAN architecture with Fortinet

More and more organizations are moving to a digital business model which significantly affects their network topologies. Use of cloud services, virtualization of traditional networks and mobile workforce that enable cloud deployment are accelerating advances in network technology. However, a traditional broadband network (WAN) cannot support the new module of operation because it relies on the static infrastructure of devices that simply cannot accommodate switching and often modern resource allocation and workload. Also, the cost of WAN increases due to the inefficient use of dedicated and backup circuits. SD-WAN is intended as a transition solution with traditional WAN architectures that can no longer meet today’s requirements.

SD-WAN is a software-defined approach for more efficient management of network traffic from end users to destination. You can now securely connect any users to any location or cloud, through any platform with Fortinet Secure SD-WAN solution.

The key benefits of the Fortinet Secure SD-WAN solution are:

• Firewall and SD-WAN technologies are integrated into one box - Fortigate NGFW
• Improved multi-cloud application performance - application identification, multi-path control, and application management ensure organizations have access to all critical cloud applications.
• Centralized management - Fortinet Secure SD-WAN solution is fully managed from a central location (single glazing), which allows a transparent overview of the entire network.
• TCO for SD-WAN is 50% lower compared to competing solutions whose architecture requires separate firewall and SD-WAN devices.

Using Fortinet solution will reduce the cost by using cheap internet connections, improve the performance of business applications and connect the agility by using all internet connections, and optimize the user experience and sfficiency.