SD-WAN Service
Flexible, secure & powerful
Our SD-WAN service offers a centrally managed solution for locations, users and cloud connections. Thanks to application-aware routing, business-critical applications are prioritized and reliably controlled. Layer 7 visibility allows you to keep an eye on all data traffic and control it in a targeted manner. Encrypted overlays ensure maximum security - regardless of the underlay variants used. The service is operated entirely by the RIEDEL Networks NOC around the clock so that you can concentrate on your core business. Two versions are available for different requirements: SD-WAN Core and SD-WAN Premium.
Features / advantages at a glance
Application Aware Routing
L7 Visibility and control
Encrypted overlays
Cloud managed
24/7 NOC
What you can expect
RIEDEL Networks' SD-WAN services connect sites, users and cloud applications via a centrally controlled platform. Both versions provide application-aware routing, L7 visibility and encrypted overlays via different underlay variants. SD-WAN Core primarily addresses standardized branch networks with many locations. SD-WAN Premium is aimed at environments with demanding workloads and multi-cloud architectures.
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Rollout and topologies
With SD-WAN Core, new locations can be connected very quickly. Automated site networking and clear topologies facilitate branch rollouts. Additional design options for more complex structures are available in SD-WAN Premium. These include multi-level hub and spoke concepts, regional hubs and flexible mesh variants. In both cases, central cloud management ensures that policies remain consistent and that new locations are transferred to ongoing operations in an orderly manner.
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Traffic control & application policies
Our services use application-aware routing and L7 policies to prioritize applications according to their business importance. Real-time services such as voice and video are given priority. SaaS and collaboration benefit from local Internet breakout where it makes sense. SD-WAN Premium extends these functions with finer profiles and additional control options for multi-cloud scenarios, while SD-WAN Core focuses primarily on clearly structured standard policies for many locations.
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Cloud connection & stabilization
With SD-WAN Core, cloud and SaaS services can be used efficiently via local breakouts. SD-WAN Premium also offers optimized paths to SaaS and IaaS destinations, including functions for stabilizing connections. Measured values such as loss, jitter and delay are incorporated into the path selection. Additional mechanisms are available for real-time services to keep connections stable even in the event of disruptions. Both variants ensure that users receive a consistent user experience.
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Segmentation and security
Data is transported via encrypted overlays. Basic segmentation separates production areas, office networks and guest access, for example. SD-WAN Premium supplements this with finer segmentation and zone models for particularly sensitive areas. Policies remain consistent across the entire overlay and can be maintained centrally. This creates a clear separation between areas with different protection requirements.
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Analytics & operation
Dashboards provide an insight into the status, utilization and quality of both services. RIEDEL Networks operates the platform around the clock in its own Network Operations Center and handles monitoring, fault clearance and planned maintenance work. In SD-WAN Premium, additional in-depth analyses, trend analyses and extended reports are available to support decisions in complex environments. Regular service meetings with key figures and measures can be arranged depending on the scope of service.
The SD-WAN services from RIEDEL Networks fit into existing infrastructures and extend the operating model with central visibility, application-aware path selection and reliable operation by the RIEDEL Networks team around the clock.
Tailor-made - SD-WAN the way you need it
Our SD-WAN can be flexibly adapted to your individual requirements. In addition to our fully managed approach, we offer you additional options to design your network exactly as it is best for your company.
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Bring Your Own Access
If you want to organize your Internet access yourself, we integrate your existing access setup seamlessly into our SD-WAN overlay architecture. You retain control of your lines - we provide the intelligent, secure SD-WAN control.
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Co-management
For maximum design freedom, you have full access to all configuration options on request. From firewall rules to routing and QoS settings, you can actively manage your network yourself - supported by our expertise whenever you need it.
Tailormade means: you decide how much flexibility, control and support you want - we deliver the solution that suits you perfectly.
Application Aware Routing
Path selection by application
Multi underlay support
SD-WAN with access diversity
Transparent performance
All key figures at a glance
Managed operation
24/7 NOC
Technology in detail
Central platform for stable connections:
The SD-WAN services from RIEDEL Networks connect locations, users and cloud applications via a centrally controlled platform. Applications, voice, video and other SaaS remain noticeably stable, even when new locations are added or data traffic grows. Application-aware routing and visibility down to application level ensure that important services maintain the necessary quality and bottlenecks are identified early on.
Fully managed service:
RIEDEL Networks always delivers SD-WAN as a fully managed service. Our Network Operations Center continuously monitors the environment, meets agreed service levels and provides transparent information on status, key figures and measures. Rollouts follow a clear pattern, expansions can be planned and you always have an overview of performance and availability.
Two versions for different requirements:
Two versions are available within this framework. SD-WAN Core is primarily aimed at standardized branch networks and scenarios with many locations, where the focus is on rapid implementation, central policies and a uniform application experience. SD-WAN Premium addresses more demanding environments with multi-cloud connectivity and higher requirements for control, stabilization and analysis. Additional options for path optimization, deeper analytics and advanced segmentation are available without changing the operating model.
Network Security
Secure & Tailor-Made
Our solutions offer comprehensive managed services with 24/7 monitoring, configuration management and incident handling. Each design is individually tailored to your infrastructure and is optimally prepared for hybrid and multicloud-capable corporate networks.
Thanks to tailor-made designs for core and premium scenarios as well as proven SD-WAN best practices from numerous customer projects, you benefit from maximum efficiency and stability. Our many years of experience with complex SD-WAN architectures and 24/7 NOC operation, including proactive fault clearance, ensure that your networks remain secure and efficient at all times.
Case Studies
How SD-WAN solutions from RIEDEL Networks create added value and increase customer satisfaction in practice
Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co KG Case Study
This case study shows how Schaeffler Technologies, together with Riedel Networks, realized a highly complex motorsport project: With SD-WAN-supported remote control and reliable network communication, a driverless electric racing car was brought to life within just five months - an impressive example of innovation, precision and partnership-based cooperation.
Frequently asked questions
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive.
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How does SD-WAN prioritize applications in our network?
Applications are assigned to classes using L7 detection. Business-critical services such as voice, video or ERP are given higher priority, background traffic is given lower priority.
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How is the SD-WAN service operated by RIEDEL Networks?
The RIEDEL Networks NOC monitors devices, tunnels and quality around the clock. Faults are actively processed, changes run via defined processes and are documented.
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How are new locations integrated or migrated?
New locations are prepared with templates and put into operation in a coordinated activation window. Migrations are carried out on a site-by-site basis, with parallel operation and tested cutover if required.
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Can we continue to use existing Internet connections or other underlays?
Yes, existing access points can be integrated, provided they meet the requirements. RIEDEL Networks can also provide suitable lines and redundancy variants via a global partner network.
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What is the difference between SD-WAN Core and SD-WAN Premium?
SD-WAN Core is aimed at standardized branch networks with many locations and a focus on rapid implementation. SD-WAN Premium complements this with extended functions for multi-cloud, path optimization, stabilization and in-depth analyses.
Get started today!
Our Solution Architects will be happy to have an initial discussion with you. When it comes to network security, one basic rule applies: it's always better to start than to put it off!