SD-WAN is part of the managed services portfolio of etisalat by e&. The leading ICT company designs, deploys, and operates a software defined network, including underlay, devices and VNFs on behalf of Azure users. SD-WAN optimizes the connectivity to Azure resources, improving the applications performance. It is a technological focal point in driving digital transformation by combining the merits of ubiquitous public Internet connectivity and innovative cloud apps thus enabling distributed organizations to tackle business challenges proficiently and drive new efficiencies. It is deployed with a robust underlay network such as MPLS/ Internet/4G LTE, which is powered through multiple options of network capacity, both on terrestrial cable routes as well as on undersea cable systems. etisalat by e&’s SD-WAN is the first choice for addressing MNC verticals such as BFSI, aviation, hospitality and other sectors to enhance operational efficiency and security by leveraging the key architectural building blocks to get remote sites connected without exorbitant costs and delays of MPLS leased lines. etisalat by e& offers SD-WAN as complete end-to-end connectivity solution, designed, implemented, and operated as a managed service.