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.
Rens Braak
