This post was originally published on Network Computing
A string of network outages in the first half of 2024 from major companies underscores the critical role of the IT network in our always-on digital world. These disruptions, impacting millions of users, highlight the importance of ensuring network infrastructure performance and resilience. Network complexity combined with increasing demand and persistent cyber threats call for a new approach that delivers the scalability, flexibility, security, and ease of use needed to ensure consistent performance and protect against disruptions.
Specific details regarding the causes of these outages are being investigated, but one thing is clear: network disruptions are on the rise and can be caused by a multitude of factors, so you need to be prepared for anything. Disruption causes can range from hardware failures and software glitches to cyberattacks and even human network configuration errors.
The recent outages raise a critical question for all organizations, especially large enterprises with global footprints and millions of customers: Is our network equipped to handle the ever-evolving demands of today’s digital landscape? If the answer to that question is “no” or “I’m not sure,” you may have a serious problem on your hands.
Modernization is essential
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