UCaaS Trends for 2023 and Beyond

UCaaS Trends

Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) is a quintessential tool for modern businesses. The unified communications market is expected to grow 17.4% annually from 2023 to 2030, reaching $113 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…

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SD-WAN 101: Understanding the Future of Networking

SD-WAN 101

As businesses increasingly adopt cloud-based applications and services, a more efficient, secure, and flexible network infrastructure becomes advantageous. One technology that addresses these needs is Software-Defined Wide Area Networking, or SD-WAN. SD-WAN revenues are expected to reach $5.3 billion in 2023, and growing to more than $8 billion by 2026, according to Gartner. SD-WAN 101…

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Backup Internet for Business: The Ultimate Guide

Backup Internet for Business

In an increasingly connected world, internet outages can significantly impact businesses. According to a survey by SolarWinds Pingdom, 98% of organizations say that an hour of downtime costs over $100,000. With a backup internet solution, businesses can minimize downtime and keep operations running smoothly. This article focuses on the importance of backup internet connectivity for business,…

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Unleashing the Power of SD-WAN: A Deep Dive Into SD-WAN ROI

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…

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DIY vs. Managed SD-WAN: Which is Right For Your Business?

DIY vs. Managed SD-WAN

Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN) has revolutionized how businesses manage their networks. It offers greater flexibility, better performance, reliable connectivity, and simplified management compared to traditional WAN technologies. When implementing SD-WAN, organizations face a critical decision: should they opt for a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) approach or choose a Managed SD-WAN solution? In this blog post, we…

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MPLS Alternatives and the Benefits of SD-WAN

MPLS Alternatives

MPLS is still one of the most popular WAN technologies. In fact, MPLS ports accounted for 60% of WAN revenue for the 5,000 largest companies in the world in 2021, according to Telegeography. The market is shifting, however, with this expected to decline to only 27% by 2026. MPLS alternatives are becoming more prevalent. In this…

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Private WAN: The Key to Seamless and Reliable Business Communication

Private WAN

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…

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The Pros and Cons of SD-WAN: What You Need to Know

SD-WAN Pros and Cons

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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Maximizing Performance and Reliability with Multi-Site SD-WAN

Multi-Site SD-WAN

Multi-Site SD-WAN solves many challenges for businesses with numerous locations, data centers, and clouds. As more business processes rely on the cloud and more people work remotely, a fast and reliable connection is increasingly important. Businesses must also consider additional challenges, such as cyber threats, resiliency, and compliance. This article defines SD-WAN and outlines the…

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SD-WAN and UCaaS:  Better Together 

SD-WAN and UCaaS

In today’s fast-paced, digital world, smooth and efficient communication is key. That’s where Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) and Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) come in. Individually, these technologies offer impressive benefits. When paired together, they’re a game-changer for business communications. This blog post explores why SD-WAN and UCaaS are better together, unlocking new…

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