How To: Measuring the Success of Your SASE Deployment
SASE appeared in 2019 as a visionary security framework where security functions are hosted in the cloud to address security challenges resulting from the rapid transition to a remote, hybrid workforce – but not without challenges. How can you ensure that your SASE deployment has been successful?
What to Measure?
1. Security Effectiveness
Threat Detection Rates: A crucial indicator of your SASE solution’s efficacy is how well it detects and neutralises threats. High threat detection rates are a strong sign of a robust security posture, ensuring that potential threats are found and dealt with before they affect your network.
Incident Response Time: Equally important is the speed at which your SASE system responds to and mitigates security incidents. Faster response times can significantly reduce the potential damage caused by threats and enhance your overall security posture.
2. Network Performance
Latency and Speed: Network performance is critical for a positive user experience. Monitoring latency and speed can help you figure out if your SASE solution is enhancing network efficiency. Lower latency and faster access speeds should be the result of an effective deployment, translating into improved productivity and user satisfaction.
Bandwidth Utilisation: Efficient use of bandwidth is vital for supporting high performance. Measuring how well your SASE solution uses available bandwidth can help name and resolve potential bottlenecks, ensuring best performance without slowdowns.
3. User Experience
Access Speed: The speed at which users can access the resources they need is a direct measure of your SASE deployment’s success. A well-implemented SASE solution should provide quick and seamless access, regardless of user location.
User Satisfaction: Collecting feedback from users about their experience with network performance and security can offer valuable insights. Positive feedback generally indicates that your SASE deployment is meeting its goals and contributing to a satisfying user experience.
4. Cost Efficiency
Cost vs. Benefits: Evaluating the costs of your SASE deployment compared to the benefits it provides is essential for understanding its value. An effective SASE solution should deliver a positive return on investment (ROI) by enhancing security and performance while being cost-effective.
Operational Costs: Assess any changes in operational costs related to network management and security. Ideally, a successful SASE deployment should simplify operations and reduce overall costs, making network management more efficient.
5. Compliance and Reporting
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that your SASE deployment meets industry standards and regulatory requirements is crucial. Compliance is not only a measure of success but also a critical aspect of keeping trust and avoiding legal issues.
Reporting Capabilities: The quality and comprehensiveness of reporting tools play a significant role in measuring success. Robust reporting capabilities allow for effective ongoing monitoring and optimisation, providing insights that help you stay ahead of potential issues.
How to Measure?
At CCNA, we partner with HPE Aruba Networking to offer advanced tools and expert support that simplify this measurement process. Our advanced monitoring tools provide real-time insights and proactive threat detection, while our tailored optimisation strategies ensure your SASE deployment evolves to meet your unique needs. With 24/7 support and comprehensive reporting capabilities, we help you not only track performance but also continually enhance it.
1. Advanced Monitoring Tools
At CCNA, we use Aruba’s innovative monitoring tools to provide you with real-time insights into your SASE deployment. These tools are designed to:
Find Threats Early: Our advanced threat detection capabilities proactively show potential issues before they change your network. This early detection helps prevent security breaches and support a secure network environment.
Track Performance: We provide detailed metrics that allow you to continuously check and assess the performance of your SASE solution. This ensures that the solution meets your performance expectations and helps you make informed decisions for further optimisation.
2. Tailored Optimisation
Our team specialises in delivering customised optimisation strategies to enhance your SASE deployment:
Fine-Tuning: We collaborate with you to fine-tune your SASE solution, adjusting to meet your unique needs and requirements. This tailored approach ensures that your deployment aligns perfectly with your business goals.
Continuous Improvement: We focus on ongoing adjustments based on performance data and emerging threats. By continuously improving your SASE solution, we help keep your network at peak performance and adaptable to evolving challenges.
3. Expert Support
With CCNA, you benefit from:
24/7 Assistance: Our dedicated team is available around the clock to provide support whenever you need it. Whether it’s troubleshooting or strategic advice, we’re here to ensure your SASE deployment runs smoothly.
Strategic Guidance: We offer expert advice and recommendations to help you maximise the benefits of your SASE deployment. Our guidance helps you navigate complex challenges and optimise your network security and performance.
4. Comprehensive Reporting
We provide actionable and detailed reports to help you watch and improve your SASE solution effectively:
Actionable Insights: Our comprehensive reporting tools offer clear, actionable insights that make it easy to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
Data-Driven Decisions: By using detailed reports, you can make informed, data-driven decisions to enhance your SASE deployment and achieve your network security and performance goals.
Start Measuring Success
Investing in SASE is just the beginning. To truly maximise its potential, you need to measure its success effectively and adapt based on real-time data and expert guidance. Partner with CCNA and Aruba to ensure your SASE deployment delivers the security, performance, and efficiency your organisation needs to thrive in today’s digital landscape.
Ready to elevate your SASE deployment? Book a consultation with CCNA today and discover how we can help you achieve your network security and performance goals.
