We are excited to announce that Forward Networks is now a Silver Technology Partner with Tenable, a global leader in cybersecurity and exposure management. This partnership highlights our commitment to enhancing network security by integrating with Tenable’s leading vulnerability management solutions to provide a comprehensive and streamlined vulnerability software solution for our joint customers. Vulnerability […]
Are you ready to take your network security to the next level? Don't miss our upcoming session where our top engineers will dive into the transformative potential of Network Digital Twins for ensuring audit readiness and compliance for both federal and commercial organizations. In today's digital landscape, being prepared for audits and meeting Compliance, Certification, […]
Network administrators rely on configuration policies to maintain network health, compliance, performance, and security. Adhering to this configuration minimizes risks and ensures business continuity. However, many enterprises experience "configuration drift.” For a global network administration team, config drift is further complicated by distributed teams, time zones, and geographies. Configuration drift creates significant vulnerabilities and is a […]
In today’s cybersecurity landscape, Zero Trust is no longer just an option—it’s a necessity. The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) both emphasize the importance of this model through comprehensive strategies like the DoD Zero Trust Strategy and Capability Execution Roadmap. These frameworks guide private sector and federal […]
In the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, the sheer volume of Common Vulnerability and Exposure (CVE) notices has become a daunting challenge for SecOps teams. In 2023 alone, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) issued 28,901 CVE notices, reflecting the growing complexity and intensity of potential threats. Compounding this challenge, 74% of security breaches […]
Tool sprawl creates inefficiency and security risks while diminishing network reliability and performance. Tool sprawl is an expensive aspect of technical debt. IDC recently found that 43% of organizations doing business in the Americas have 500 or more software applications in their portfolios today (Application Services — Worldwide Regions, 2023, IDC #US50490416, April 2023). In […]
Automation has transformed the network management landscape, making it faster, more efficient, and less prone to human error. By automating routine functions like software upgrades and device provisioning, network teams can focus on more strategic initiatives such as digital transformation, security initiatives and disaster recovery plans. As a result, network automation has led to faster […]
In today's rapidly evolving IT landscape, effective change management is crucial for maintaining network stability and performance, but many organizations lack a consistent change process. Lack of process often leads to unintended consequences, such as outages and performance degradation. A network digital twin offers a transformative solution to these challenges by streamlining change management processes […]
Forward Networks named as a Sample Vendor It seems as if there is a new networking technology announced every day. When faced with a deluge of information and vendors seeking your attention, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. We feel the Gartner Hype Cycle reports seek to tame the confusion by objectively reviewing new technologies and […]
In today’s complex IT environments, maintaining full network visibility is a daunting task. Network segmentation, while essential for security, often complicates the process of obtaining a comprehensive view of the entire network infrastructure. Federal IT departments charged with the responsibility of keeping networks mission-ready, face significant hurdles in visualizing connectivity, ensuring security zone segmentation, and […]
