Private SD-WAN, best of both worlds

The digital infrastructure of today demands more than just speed. Businesses require security, flexibility, and reliability, preferably without compromises. With Wanscale’s Private SD-WAN, you get the best of both worlds:

The control and performance of a private Layer 2 connection
The agility and intelligence of modern SD-WAN technology

Traditional Layer 2: stable, but not always secure

Many organizations rely on Layer 2 connections such as dark fiber or MPLS for their data traffic. These networks are known for their low latency and high stability, but there’s one major drawback: they are often not encrypted by default. This means sensitive data may travel unencrypted over the network, posing a significant security risk.

At Wanscale, we build Private SD-WAN on the same solid foundations as traditional networks, such as dark fiber, MPLS, and Ethernet connections. On top of that, we add a virtual layer which, combined with end-to-end encryption, ensures optimal security without compromising performance. This way, we combine the transparency and low latency of Layer 2 with the flexibility and security of SD-WAN.

The result is a solid and scalable foundation for critical infrastructures.

Smart combination of Layer 2 and Layer 3

One of the strengths of SD-WAN is the ability to combine multiple carriers into a single logical network connection.

With Wanscale’s solution, you can:

Use a private Layer 2 underlay (such as EVPN or E-LAN) for primary connections
Add public Layer 3 connections (such as satellite, 4G/5G) as backup, temporary networks, or for remote locations

While Wanscale does not directly provide these Layer 3 connections, they can be fully integrated into Private SD-WAN with:

End-to-end encryption
Intelligent routing
Traffic management

This creates a hybrid network where security and flexibility go hand in hand.

Seamless integration with cloud and multi-cloud

More and more organizations run their applications in multiple cloud environments.

The (private) SD-WAN product is an integral part of the Wanscale platform, enabling simple connection, without technical knowledge of, for example, BGP and cloud routing of the (private) SD-WAN to major cloud providers via the existing backbone links, such as through Azure ExpressRoute, AWS Direct Connect, and Google Cloud Interconnect.

The big advantage: data stays off the public internet, ensuring lower latency, higher reliability, and better security when accessing business-critical cloud applications.

Cost considerations and ROI

While Private SD-WAN often requires a higher initial investment than internet-only SD-WAN, it delivers significant long-term savings:

Less downtime means higher productivity
Better performance leads to more efficient resource use
A single, unified, secure network prevents costly incidents and data breaches

Additionally, the platform’s flexibility allows for cost-effective combinations of different connection types, depending on location and requirements.

Future-proofing

The technology behind Private SD-WAN continues to evolve. Wanscale anticipates this with:

AI-driven routing for even smarter traffic management
Support for new connection types such as LEO satellites (Starlink, OneWeb) for global coverage
Automation and self-healing networks, making management simpler and more proactive

This ensures you have a network that performs optimally not only today but also tomorrow.

Wanscale Private SD-WAN at a glance

Secure connection with a Layer 2 network underlay as the foundation
Smart overlay technology that combines multiple carriers
End-to-end encryption and segmentation, regardless of connection type
Real-time visibility and control via Site Manager, Metric Manager, and Session Analyser
Cloud integration with direct private connections to major providers
Future-ready with support for new technologies and AI-driven optimization

Conclusion

With Wanscale Private SD-WAN, you create a future-proof network that is both robust and flexible. Whether you work with dark fiber, radio links, 4G, satellite, or a combination of these, we ensure it becomes one cohesive, secure, and efficient network.

Jos Beckers

Born and raised in Rijsbergen as the son of an entrepreneurial family, I have gained a wide range of experiences in various sectors from an early age. At the age of twenty, I took my first steps into the ICT industry, and by thirty, I had started my first IT company. Over the years, I have acquired in-depth knowledge and experience in network solutions.

Most people probably know me from IP Visie, the company I co-founded with my partner Fouad, where we both worked for over 15 years. During that time, we gained extensive experience in building a core network distributed across multiple data centers. It was there that I truly learned how crucial data communication is and how the world is becoming increasingly dependent on reliable and secure connectivity.

Connectivity is a patchwork of different technologies, networks, and equipment. It requires the right knowledge and experience to seamlessly integrate all these elements and build complex solutions. This challenging and dynamic field continues to fascinate me, especially as communication plays an ever-growing role in how we work and live.

In my free time, I enjoy staying active and taking long rides on my gravel bike. As a true bon vivant, I love good food and prefer spending my vacations in Italy, my favorite destination.

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