Network Automation

Network automation is the use of software and technologies to automate the configuration, management, provisioning, and operation of network devices and infrastructure.

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Network Observability
Observability: The Key to Managing Multi-Cloud, Cost Optimization, and AI WorkloadsObservability: The Key to Managing Multi-Cloud, Cost Optimization, and AI Workloads

Critical insights that power decision-making are pillars of modern IT operations offered by observability, but a pairing with application delivery solutions can make a solid foundation even stronger.

byLori MacVittie
Jan 30, 2025
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1 Min Read
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Enterprise Connectivity
How DPUs Make Collaboration Between AppDev and NetOps EssentialHow DPUs Make Collaboration Between AppDev and NetOps Essential
byLiam Crilly
Jan 15, 2025
1 Min Read
For many reasons, a mixed approach, with organizations both building and buying network automation, makes sense.
Network Management
Buy or Build: Commercial Versus DIY Network AutomationBuy or Build: Commercial Versus DIY Network Automation
bySong Pang, SVP of Engineering, NetBrain
Jan 7, 2025
1 Min Read
Network TCO discussions need to shift from simple cost justification and payback arguments to the impact on business opportunities.
Network Management
Achieving Network TCOAchieving Network TCO
byMary E. Shacklett, President, Transworld Data
Dec 20, 2024
1 Min Read
Limiting IT teams to firefighting holds organizations back. It’s time to modernize SLAs and recognize the business impact of preventative measures.
Network Management
The Huge and Hidden Value of Proactive IT ManagementThe Huge and Hidden Value of Proactive IT Management
byJohn Gordon, President and GM, HP Managed Solutions
Dec 12, 2024
1 Min Read
AWS aims to empower customers with the tools they need to securely move faster, smarter, and confidently to enable innovation.
Network Management
At re:Invent 2024, AWS Doubles Down on Security Automation and Customer-Driven InnovationAt re:Invent 2024, AWS Doubles Down on Security Automation
byZeus Kerravala, Founder and Principal Analyst with ZK Research
Dec 11, 2024
1 Min Read
A cultural shift towards automation can improve operational efficiency, reduce mean time to recovery, and reduce the risk of service delivery issues.
Network Management
Building a Culture of Automation in Network Operations
Building a Culture of Automation in Network Operations
Dec 4, 2024
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1 Min Read
bySong Pang, SVP of Engineering, NetBrain
As businesses look to accelerate their AI efforts, many will turn to process optimization as a means of prioritizing opportunities.
Network Management
Take The Guesswork out of Optimizing your Processes
Take The Guesswork out of Optimizing your Processes
Nov 21, 2024
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1 Min Read
byKerry Brown, Lead Transformation Evangelist, Celonis
With AI and automation on the rise, observability will continue to evolve, helping networks become even more autonomous, resilient, and efficient.
Network Management
There is No Autonomous Network Without Observability
There is No Autonomous Network Without Observability
Nov 6, 2024
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1 Min Read
bySrinivas Bhattiprolu, Head of Advanced Consulting Services, Nokia
effective IT automation should be intuitive, reliable, and capable of transforming complex processes into effortless actions
Network Management
User Experience and IT Automation: 3 Enduring Lessons from Apple’s MDM Journey
User Experience and IT Automation: 3 Enduring Lessons from Apple’s MDM Journey
Oct 16, 2024
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1 Min Read
byWeldon Dodd, SVP of Global Solutions, Kandji
Artificial intelligence applications, smart devices, robots and automation: network of isometric objects connecting together.
Network Automation
How Are AI and Automation Impacting Modern Network Demands?
How Are AI and Automation Impacting Modern Network Demands?
Oct 7, 2024
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byBrandon Taylor, Digital Editorial Program Manager
HPE’s efforts with AI-powered automation aim to improve operational efficiency and enhance the security and user experience.
Network Management
HPE Adds AI-powered Automation to Third-Party Devices
HPE Adds AI-powered Automation to Third-Party Devices
Oct 2, 2024
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1 Min Read
byZeus Kerravala, Founder and Principal Analyst with ZK Research
SOC automation is necessary for effective incident response in the modern threat landscape.
Network Management
SOC Automation for Incident Response
SOC Automation for Incident Response
Sep 30, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDavid Balaban
Network digital twins and other technologies can help streamline global network administration by tracking changes to spot configuration drift.
Network Management
Configuration Drift 101: Beat Drift With Precise Change Tracking
Configuration Drift 101: Beat Drift With Precise Change Tracking
Sep 24, 2024
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1 Min Read
byChiara Regale, Senior Vice President of Product Management, Forward Networks
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Network Observability
Maximize IT Productivity by Eliminating Mundane Tasks
Maximize IT Productivity by Eliminating Mundane Tasks
May 4, 2024
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8 Min View
byBrandon Taylor, Digital Editorial Program Manager
Mobile Wi-Fi network observability concept.
Network Observability
Arun DeSouza Explains Why Dynamic Networks Require Observability
Arun DeSouza Explains Why Dynamic Networks Require Observability
May 1, 2024
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6 Min View
byBrandon Taylor, Digital Editorial Program Manager
The Transformational Impact of Continuous Network Assessments
Network Automation
The Transformational Impact of Continuous Network Assessments
The Transformational Impact of Continuous Network Assessments
Dec 11, 2023
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1 Min Read
bySong Pang, SVP of Engineering, NetBrain
The Key to a Simplified Network Automation System
Network Automation
The Key to a Simplified Network Automation System
The Key to a Simplified Network Automation System
Dec 4, 2023
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1 Min Read
byTim Schreyack, Director of Sales Engineering, Network to Code
7 Strategic Network Automation Steps to Continuously Improve Network Security
Network Automation
7 Strategic Network Automation Steps to Continuously Improve Network Security
7 Strategic Network Automation Steps to Continuously Improve Network Security
Oct 24, 2023
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1 Min Read
byJosh Stephens, Chief Technology Officer, BackBox
Network Automation: Where Does it Work?
Network Automation
Network Automation: Where Does it Work?
Network Automation: Where Does it Work?
Aug 7, 2023
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1 Min Read
byMary E. Shacklett, President, Transworld Data
Network Automation Benefits: Beyond Geek Speak
Network Automation
Network Automation Benefits: Beyond Geek Speak
Network Automation Benefits: Beyond Geek Speak
Jun 12, 2023
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1 Min Read
byJosh Stephens, Chief Technology Officer, BackBox
The Need for a Source of Truth in Network Automation
Network Automation
The Need for a Source of Truth in Network Automation
The Need for a Source of Truth in Network Automation
May 11, 2023
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1 Min Read
byJason Edelman, Founder, Network to Code
What is Day 2 Network Operations and Why Do You Need It?
Network Automation
What is Day 2 Network Operations and Why Do You Need It?
What is Day 2 Network Operations and Why Do You Need It?
Mar 22, 2023
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1 Min Read
bySong Pang, SVP of Engineering, NetBrain
Are Network Operations Teams the Unsung Heroes of Security?
Network Automation
Are Network Operations Teams the Unsung Heroes of Security?
Are Network Operations Teams the Unsung Heroes of Security?
Mar 21, 2023
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1 Min Read
byJosh Stephens, Chief Technology Officer, BackBox
Network Modernization is Critical to the Future of Healthcare
Network Automation
Network Modernization is Critical to the Future of Healthcare
Network Modernization is Critical to the Future of Healthcare
Nov 22, 2022
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1 Min Read
byZeus Kerravala, Founder and Principal Analyst with ZK Research
Accelerating Digital Transformation with Automation APIs
Network Automation
Accelerating Digital Transformation with Automation APIs
Accelerating Digital Transformation with Automation APIs
Nov 17, 2022
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1 Min Read
byPascal Menezes, MEF
Dispelling Three Myths of Network Automation
Network Automation
Dispelling Three Myths of Network Automation
Dispelling Three Myths of Network Automation
Oct 17, 2022
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byMark Coleman
Financial Firms: It’s Time to Get Serious About Network Automation
Network Automation
Financial Firms: It’s Time to Get Serious About Network Automation
Financial Firms: It’s Time to Get Serious About Network Automation
Oct 13, 2022
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1 Min Read
byAndrew Coward
Addressing Severe Brain Drain and Networking Hiring Challenges
Network Automation
Addressing Severe Brain Drain and Networking Hiring Challenges
Addressing Severe Brain Drain and Networking Hiring Challenges
Sep 8, 2022
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1 Min Read
byMarc Morin
Is Hyperautomation a Realistic Goal This Year?
Network Automation
Is Hyperautomation a Realistic Goal This Year?
Is Hyperautomation a Realistic Goal This Year?
Jul 30, 2022
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1 Min Read
byAndrew Froehlich, President, West Gate Networks
Stop Ignoring Your Records Problem, The Fix May Be Hidden in Plain Sight
Network Automation
Stop Ignoring Your Records Problem, The Fix May Be Hidden in Plain Sight
Stop Ignoring Your Records Problem, The Fix May Be Hidden in Plain Sight
Jul 4, 2022
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1 Min Read
byChris Schassler
‘Integration Tax’ Limits Network Automation
Network Automation
‘Integration Tax’ Limits Network Automation
‘Integration Tax’ Limits Network Automation
Jun 8, 2022
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1 Min Read
byMorgan Stern
Understanding Micro-segmentation Policy as Code: How Gitops Will Change Network Security
Network Automation
Understanding Micro-segmentation Policy as Code: How Gitops Will Change Network Security
Understanding Micro-segmentation Policy as Code: How Gitops Will Change Network Security
Apr 26, 2022
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1 Min Read
bySagar Nangare
Data Center Network Automation has a Data Problem
Network Automation
Data Center Network Automation has a Data Problem
Data Center Network Automation has a Data Problem
Feb 21, 2022
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1 Min Read
byShamus McGillicuddy, VP of Research, Network Management, at Enterprise Management Associates (EMA)
Upleveling Network Strategy and Embracing an Automation Factory Model
Network Automation
Upleveling Network Strategy and Embracing an Automation Factory Model
Upleveling Network Strategy and Embracing an Automation Factory Model
Dec 21, 2021
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1 Min Read
byMorgan Stern

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