Five Key Enterprise Networking Trends Driving Connectedness Strategy in 2023

Description

This IDC Perspective provides a viewpoint on the current state of the enterprise campus and branch networking markets, including a list of key trends driving investments in these markets."As organizations across the globe look to graduate from implementing digital transformation to running a digital business, connectivity has never been more important, especially at the edge of the enterprise network," says Brandon Butler, research manager, Enterprise Networks at IDC. "It's been a dynamic past three years in the enterprise campus, branch, and edge networking markets. This IDC Perspective provides IT buyers with information on the key trends IDC sees driving these markets and is meant to help organizations optimize their connectivity strategy in the year to come."

Product Code: US50412923

Executive Snapshot

Situation Overview

Executive Summary
- Key Takeaways
- Recommended Actions
Enterprise Networking Trends Driving Connectedness Strategy
- 1. Wireless-First Networking Takes Hold Across the Campus and Branch
  - By 2024, Wi-Fi 6E Becomes the De Facto Enterprise Wi-Fi (WLAN) Standard
  - Cellular-First WAN Deployments, Including Increasing Focus on Private LTE/5G Networks in the WAN
- 2. For SD-Branch, a Unified Platform for LAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, and Security with Cloud Operating Principles Continues to Gain Popularity
- 3. ML/AI-Enhanced Automation Increases in Functionality
- 4. For Network and Security Convergence, the SD-WAN Market Continues Evolution to SASE with Integrated Security
- 5. Enterprises Continue to Evaluate Network as a Service as a Consumption Model
Enterprise Networking and Connectivity Strategy
- Alignment with Broader Business Outcomes
  - Top Investment Priorities
  - Business Implications of Technology Investments