Simplifying Network Operations Using Machine Learning
Small form factor SD-WAN appliance
Integration with Prisma Access Cloud Security
Palo Alto Networks announced on the 7th a next-generation SD-WAN solution with an entirely new approach, the first of its kind in the industry.

Palo Alto Networks has unveiled four new products and features for its next-generation SD-WAN solution: △Simplified network operations using machine learning △Small form factor SD-WAN appliance for retail and SOHO users △High-performance SD-WAN appliance suitable for large campus environments △Seamless integration with Prisma™ Access cloud security.

Additionally, the SD-WAN solution boasts three key features: app-based policies, autonomous operations, and cloud delivery.

First, app-based policies improve the end-user experience by providing visibility at the application level, allowing network teams to establish app-based policies and provide SLAs for the entire app. Autonomous operations eliminates up to 99% of WAN and application access outages through autonomous operations and proactive prevention using machine learning and data science.

Finally, cloud delivery provides all branch office services, including networking, security, and simplified WAN management, in the cloud, enabling branch office network rollouts that previously took months to complete in minutes.

“Software-defined SD-WAN is becoming the mainstream architecture for broadband networks,” said Lee Hee-man, CEO of Palo Alto Networks Korea. “For companies seeking to build a network environment that can respond to the pace of technological advancement, the cloud delivery model will demonstrate operational agility and provide a better user experience.”