In today’s cybersecurity-focused IT landscape, technology leaders often face challenges managing complex security tools. The best solutions stand out by offering top-notch security in a simple and efficient way.
Extreme Networks’ Universal Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) is a great example of that winning combination. It unifies cloud Network Access Control and ZTNA in a single, easy-to-use SaaS offering, with one zero trust policy engine for both networks and applications to ensure consistent security, unified observability, and a seamless experience whether remote or on-site.
Experience Seamless and Secure Network Management Like Never Before
The concept of “platformization” — the use of a single software platform to orchestrate and manage a series of applications – is becoming increasingly popular, says Nabil Bukhar, Chief Product and Technology Officer and GM of Subscription Business for Extreme Networks. “Imagine a unified security policy engine, automated security configuration for Network Access Control, Wireless Access Points, and Switches—all in the cloud. ExtremeCloud Universal ZTNA offers the simplest and most complete network access solution for users everywhere.”
In addition to meeting complex security challenges head-on, Universal ZTNA provides these advantages and features:
- Automating Network Workflows: AI-native solutions automate deployment, management, and evolution of networks, reducing the need for manual intervention and enhancing efficiency.
- Improving User Experience: AI anomaly detection proactively identifies and resolves network issues before they impact users, ensuring a smooth and reliable network experience.
- Clearing Implementation Hurdles: Expert advice and strategic recommendations facilitate the seamless transition from traditional NAC to advanced solutions like Universal ZTNA, overcoming common implementation challenges.
Universal ZTNA is also integrated with ExtremeCloud IQ (learn more in this overview video), which uses innovative machine learning (ML) technologies to analyze and interpret millions of network and user data points, from the edge to the data center, to power actionable business and IT insights. This innovative platform streamlines operations by delivering new levels of network automation and intelligence.
Higher Ed Use Case: A Simplified yet Powerful Network for a Neurodiverse Student Body
Founded in 1989, Beacon College is a private college in Leesburg, Florida offering a curriculum and support services to serve students with dyslexia, ADHD, or other specific learning disabilities. A user-friendly and reliable network is essential to delivering high quality services to students, staff, and faculty. “As a small college with a very neurodiverse student population, we work to make technology simple and accessible. It can’t be cumbersome or confusing, but still needs to protect our campus population and resources,” explains Brad Hough, Chief Information Officer, Beacon College. “Universal ZTNA reduces the complexity of managing our network, while simplifying our hybrid/remote worker experience and increasing the safety and security around their work.”
Harnessing AI, Security, and Advanced Networking in a Single, Simplified Solution
The combination of Universal ZTNA and Extreme Cloud IQ provides an unprecedented opportunity to harness AI, security, and advanced networking to deliver significant value to the rest of their organization.
Jon Fox, CNI Systems Engineer, looks forward to integrating this newly enhanced solution for customers who are ready to take their network to the next level. “From a technical standpoint, it’s difficult to manage zero trust policies between network infrastructure, cloud and on-prem applications, etc., especially with today’s hybrid work environments. Universal ZTNA is designed to greatly reduce that burden and offer consistent policy enforcement across the vast array of control points in an enterprise.”
To learn more about Extreme Networks’ Universal ZTNA, set up a complimentary consultation with a CNI networking expert today.