The high cost of traditional MPLS lines is a major pain point for many businesses, especially those with multiple branches. But what if you could cut your monthly costs significantly by switching to SD-WAN?
Let's take a look at a real-world example:
Imagine a company with 100 branches:
- Each branch currently uses an MPLS line with a monthly cost of $500.
- The company's total monthly MPLS bill is $50,000 (100 branches * $500/branch).
- By switching to SD-WAN, the company can reduce its reliance on MPLS lines by 50%.
- This would result in a monthly savings of $25,000 ($50,000 * 50%).
That's just the tip of the iceberg. Here are some other ways SD-WAN can save you money:
- Reduced bandwidth costs: SD-WAN can use a variety of internet connections, including low-cost broadband, to connect your branches. This can significantly reduce your overall bandwidth costs.
- Reduced operational costs: SD-WAN is easier to manage than traditional MPLS networks, which can save you money on IT staff and training.
- Increased network flexibility: SD-WAN can be easily scaled to accommodate changes in your business, such as new branch openings or acquisitions.
Of course, the actual savings will vary depending on your specific circumstances. But the example above shows that SD-WAN can potentially save businesses a significant amount of money.
