UPC Business operates a software-defined global WAN for BKW . Stephan Ging , Director Solution Business Sales , outlines in the following interview why Managed SD-WAN is the ideal solution for the energy and infrastructure services group .

Stephan Ging Director Solution Business Sales , UPC Business

UPC Business is a leading provider in the area of site networking in Switzerland . How is business developing in the large enterprise segment ? We are present with our fibre optic network not just in the urban centres , but in all regions of Switzerland . This makes us an attractive partner for WAN solutions for large-scale enterprises from all sectors . Over the last 20 years we have grown steadily , over the past financial year alone by 9.2 percent . We are especially pleased that we were able to expand our share of the market in the security-sensitive financial sector . Our customer base includes more than half of all cantonal banks . We have succeeded in winning renowned customers in other sectors as well , such as insurance , industry , retail , energy and health .

“ THE DIGITAL TRANS FORMATION CALLS FOR TOP-QUALITY NETWORK SERVICES .”

The digital transformation challenges companies on all levels . What kind of support does UPC Business offer ? The digital transformation calls for topquality network services . The quality requirements for networking are rising . A communication failure can have a devastating effect on the affected company , both financially and with regard to its reputation . As a corporate network carrier we not only have the duty of supporting all forms of connectivity , but must also ensure that the data and applications in the data centres and in the cloud are always available at every desired location and on every terminal . In addition , our clients have every right to expect that security is guaranteed at all times . We know our customers ’ requirements very well , because we inform ourselves thoroughly about their business models and analyse their needs exactly . In this way we can together develop the optimal solution . From the very beginning we point out what is feasible , and in cooperation with our partners , we offer individually designed overall solutions with significant added value .

Software-defined networks are in vogue and are replacing older technologies . What does this development mean for company networks ?