Fortinet Secure SD-WAN
The Foundation of a Secure Networking Strategy.
Overview
Fortinet Secure SD-WAN is built into the FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall, providing a single, integrated solution for advanced networking and security. It is designed to improve user experience, simplify WAN architecture, and secure the network edge. The solution is a core component of Fortinet's SASE offering.
✨ Key Features
- Integrated Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW)
- Application-aware routing
- WAN optimization
- Zero-touch provisioning
- Centralized management
- Multi-cloud on-ramp
- Built-in ZTNA capabilities
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration of networking and security in a single OS (FortiOS).
- High performance due to custom-built ASICs.
- Broad portfolio of integrated security products.
Unique Value: Delivers a security-driven networking approach that converges SD-WAN and next-generation firewall capabilities into a single, high-performance solution.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Simplifying branch security and networking by converging SD-WAN and NGFW into a single appliance.
- Improving application performance and reducing WAN costs.
- Providing a secure foundation for a transition to SASE.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations that are not looking for a tightly integrated security and networking solution and prefer best-of-breed point products.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more tightly integrated and cost-effective solution for secure SD-WAN compared to approaches that require separate products for networking and security.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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