Contact us for expert guidance to identify the best vendors to meet your networking and security needs.  Every sourcing engagement includes the following steps:
 
  • Review network requirements – a thorough review of your network requirements is the first step in an effective engagement.  Analysis of current and future network applications is crucial.  Discuss project milestones and critical project dates.
  • Identify suitable suppliers – based on your needs analysis, potential vendors will be shortlisted based on their ability to match your requirements.
  • Request pricing– The new breed of SD-WAN providers do not offer circuits so vendor sourcing is a two pronged project (three pronged for a hybrid MPLS/Internet solution).  Working within your pre-defined budget we locate the best of breed service – site by site if needed.
  • Rank vendor solutions – With our analysis complete, we rank the submitted vendor offerings based on your business requirements.
  • Facilitate Proof of Concept phase – many vendors offer no cost proof of concept engagements.  In an effort to “measure twice, cut once” we recommend kicking the tires before final vendor selection.
  • Augment contracting process – Once a solution is identified, we help you negotiate the best final pricing possible from the vendors.  With experience across many customers, we understand where the potential cost savings are buried.
 
Robert McFarlane
President
SD-WAN Services
(214) 677-9500