Posts by Elizabeth | Technical Writer
UCaaS Trends for 2026 and Beyond
Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) is a quintessential tool for modern businesses. The unified communications market is expected to grow 17.1% annually from 2026 to 2034, reaching $276.9 billion in revenue. Brightlio is at the forefront, guiding companies through these transformative changes. This article is a deep dive into the top UCaaS trends for…
Read MoreSD-WAN 101: Understanding the Future of Networking
Software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) uses centrally managed policies to direct traffic across connections between business locations and applications. It helps teams choose suitable network paths, monitor performance, and manage distributed sites from a common interface. This SD-WAN 101 guide explains the architecture, benefits, deployment choices, and security considerations that matter when evaluating a service.…
Read MoreHouston Data Centers: Colocation in Space City
Houston remains one of Texas’s larger colocation hubs, with 41 facilities currently tracked in the metro market by Datacenters.com. Core interconnection infrastructure still centers on 1301 Fannin, where Netrality reports 73+ on-net unique network providers. The Houston Internet Exchange lists 6 locations and 81 participating ASNs, which gives tenants several regional peering paths with low-latency…
Read MoreRetail Colocation: A Key to Scalable IT Infrastructure
In a rapidly digitalizing world, businesses constantly seek efficient, cost-effective ways to manage their IT infrastructure. Retail colocation has emerged as an attractive solution, offering high-density power capacity, enhanced network connectivity, and robust managed services, all while saving businesses from the complexities of managing a data center. Due to these advantages, the colocation market reached…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Colocation for Modern Businesses
Allied Market Research estimates the global colocation market to grow from $46.06 billion to $207.21 between 2020 and 2030. From cost savings and improved reliability to enhanced scalability and security, the benefits of colocation are fueling growth in data center demand. In this blog post, we will explore the numerous benefits of colocation data centers…
Read MoreUnleashing the Power of SD-WAN: A Deep Dive Into SD-WAN ROI
SD-WAN adoption is increasing rapidly. Cost savings over traditional WAN deployment models are driving a desirable SD-WAN ROI. Compared to other WAN options, how does SD-WAN save money? In this blog post, we will delve into the ROI and business benefits of SD-WAN. We will draw on specific statistics and references to demonstrate how SD-WAN…
Read MoreMPLS Alternatives and the Benefits of SD-WAN
MPLS remains in use across many enterprise networks, but it is no longer the dominant WAN underlay. TeleGeography’s latest WAN Manager Survey found that MPLS is used at an average of 22% of enterprise sites, while dedicated internet access (DIA) reaches 54%. The same survey found that 63% of respondents had already deployed SD-WAN, showing…
Read MoreDialpad – Brightlio Partner Spotlight
The Unified Communications Market continues to expand rapidly. The global market is expected to grow from $113.48 billion in 2022 to $417.86 billion by 2030, for a growth rate of 17.7%, according to Grand View Research. Much of this growth is attributed to the improvements in productivity and collaboration delivered by Unified Communications solutions like Dialpad.…
Read MoreBenefits of Private WAN Services
Internet connectivity is one of your business’s most important utilities. While many companies choose a broadband internet service to save costs, a private WAN service is worthwhile for many use cases. The advantages of a private WAN network include improved flexibility, security, and scalability. They are ideal for companies with sensitive information or many locations. This…
Read MoreThe Pros and Cons of SD-WAN: What You Need to Know
The SD-WAN market is proliferating due to the performance, reliability, and cost benefits the technology delivers. While there are many benefits of implementing SD-WAN, there are also some drawbacks. Are SD-WAN’s value-added services right for you? We’ll explore the pros and cons of SD-WAN. If you still have questions or are interested in a price…
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