Question: I'm looking for a solution that combines SD-WAN, security, and global backbone into a single, cloud-native service for my organization.

If you're looking for a full-service offering that combines SD-WAN, security and a global backbone into a cloud-native service, Cato is a top contender. Cato SASE Cloud combines all the elements into a single, elastic foundation that provides secure and optimized access to your network. It has a global private backbone with 80+ PoPs, advanced threat prevention and data protection, and AI/ML models to rapidly identify threats. That's a good fit for companies in the middle of network and security modernization.

Another contender is Fortinet, which has a unified platform that unifies security and networking across all edges, users and devices. Its broad suite of features includes SD-WAN, zero-trust network access, secure SASE and advanced security operations tools like SIEM and SOAR. The FortiOS operating system offers single-source management, giving you a better ability to control and monitor your network and security infrastructure.

Cloudflare also has a powerful option for secure, high-performance digital products and services. Its platform includes SASE and SSE services, app and infrastructure services, and developer tools to help you secure and make more resilient whatever you're building, whether that's on-premises, in a public cloud or in SaaS services. It's a favorite among industry analysts and is a good fit for companies that want to improve cyber resilience and accelerate digital transformation.

Last, HPE Aruba Networking has a wide range of AI-infused networking options, including a unified SASE for secure access and cloud-native network management. With features like AI-driven insights and advanced threat intelligence, it helps customers with digital transformation projects and offers flexible deployment options to accommodate different technical and budgetary needs.