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Fairoz Faisal's SD-WAN Implementation project - Software-defined wide area network deployment for 50+ branch locations with improved performance and reduced costs.

SD-WAN Implementation

network
SD-WAN
Branch Connectivity
Network Optimization
WAN

Completion Date

July 2023

Duration

8 months

Role

Network Architect

Project Overview

Designed and implemented a software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) solution for a retail company with over 50 branch locations. The project replaced traditional MPLS connections with a more flexible, cost-effective SD-WAN architecture while improving application performance and reliability.

Challenges

  • High costs of traditional MPLS connections
  • Limited bandwidth affecting application performance
  • Complex management of multiple service providers
  • Inconsistent user experience across locations

Solutions

  • Implemented Cisco SD-WAN solution across all branch locations
  • Established dual internet connections at each site for redundancy
  • Created application-aware routing policies for optimal performance
  • Deployed centralized management and monitoring platform

Key Features

  • Application-aware intelligent path selection
  • Dynamic multipath optimization
  • Integrated security with next-generation firewall capabilities
  • Zero-touch provisioning for new branches
  • Centralized policy management and orchestration
  • Real-time analytics and visibility

Technologies Used

Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)
Cisco vEdge Routers
Cisco vManage
Cisco Umbrella
Thousand Eyes
Zscaler Internet Access
Cisco Catalyst 9300 Switches

Outcomes

  • 40% reduction in WAN connectivity costs
  • 300% increase in available bandwidth
  • 99.99% WAN uptime across all locations
  • 70% faster deployment of new branch locations
  • Improved application performance and user experience

"The SD-WAN implementation has been a game-changer for our retail operations. We've significantly reduced costs while improving connectivity and application performance across all our locations."

Patricia Garcia

VP of IT Infrastructure, Retail Chain Inc.

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