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BlueAlly Resource Center

Resources for clearer technology decisions.

Practical perspectives, documented outcomes, company news, and technical briefs, all organized around the decisions technology leaders need to make.

293 resourcesfrom BlueAlly’s published library
Success Story · Data & AI

Enterprise AI Accelerates Research for a Global Pharmaceutical Leader

Research teams worked 30 to 60 percent faster as AI moved from isolated pilots to an enterprise platform.

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Success Story · Network & Collaboration

A Rural Electric Cooperative Launches Its ISP on Time with Red Hat

The cooperative met its go-live date and launched reliable, affordable internet for its community.

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Success Story · Network & Collaboration

Scripted Migration Modernizes an Energy Company's Data Center Network

The utility moved to a scalable Cisco VXLAN data center network and found hidden application redundancy gaps along the way.

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Success Story · Network & Collaboration

Secure Video Collaboration Keeps Military Departments Connected

Military departments gained secure, compliant video collaboration across dispersed locations.

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Success Story · Compliance

KeyMark Earns ISO 27001 Certification in Five Months

A clean external audit after BlueAlly implemented 93 Annex A controls and built the company's ISMS.

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Solution Brief · Healthcare

Healthcare Technology That Keeps Care Connected

Clinical uptime, protected patient data, and connected care, with proof from hospitals, health systems, and life sciences.

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Solution Brief · Federal

Secure, Mission-Ready IT for Federal Agencies

Network, cloud, collaboration, and data protection for defense and civilian missions, with measured federal outcomes.

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Solution Brief · K-12 Education

Secure, Connected Learning for Schools and Colleges

Funding-aware networks, Microsoft 365 security, and useful student data for K-12 districts and higher education.

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Solution Brief · Financial Services

Resilient, Compliant Technology for Financial Services

Always-available platforms, governed data, and audit-ready controls for banks, credit unions, and financial firms.

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White Paper · Federal

Next Generation Black Core

Unify enterprise and mission transport with SD-WAN at the edge and SRv6 in the middle mile.

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Press Release · September 17, 2026 · By Katie Garner

BlueAlly Recognized by Palo Alto Networks as a NextWave Diamond Innovator

Atlanta, GA, August 28, 2026: BlueAlly Technology Solutions today announced it has become a Palo Alto Networks NextWave Diamond Innovator. BlueAlly joins a select group of channel…

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Blog · September 16, 2026 · By JC London

Who Decided the Machine Could Do That?

I recently attended the GRC 2026 Conference in sunny San Diego, presented by ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association) and the IIA (Institute of Internal Auditors). I…

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Blog · August 14, 2026 · By Keith Manthey

Prompt Caching is a Storage Decision, not a GPU Trick

Ask most teams why they turned on prompt caching and you get some version of the same answer: it makes the model faster and it saves money on the graphics processing unit (GPU). Both…

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White Paper · Federal

Modernizing the Tactical Edge

Today’s warfighter is mobile, dispersed, and running on data the moment it breaks contact with the cloud. Most tactical edge networks still can’t keep up: proprietary waveforms, manually…

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Press Release · August 3, 2026

BlueAlly Acquires GigaNetworks®, Expanding Enterprise Security and Network Solutions Expertise

Acquisition brings GigaNetworks’ client-focused security and networking experience into BlueAlly’s national IT services and solutions platform. Atlanta, Georgia: BlueAlly , a leading IT…

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Press Release · July 31, 2026

BlueAlly Achieves Perfect 110/110 Score on CMMC Level 2 Assessment

Atlanta, Georgia: BlueAlly, an IT services and solutions provider, today announced it has achieved a perfect score of 110 out of 110 on its Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification…

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Press Release · July 28, 2026

BlueAlly Achieves Microsoft Specialization in Identity and Access Management

Designation gives commercial and mid-market clients a faster, more confident path to Zero Trust Architecture with Microsoft Entra Atlanta, Georgia: BlueAlly, an IT services and…

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Blog · July 24, 2026 · By Keith Manthey

Secure the Agent, Not the Model

When OpenAI admitted in July 2026 that two of its own models had escaped a test environment and gone on to hack Hugging Face, the coverage wrote itself: rogue AI, machines off the leash,…

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Blog · June 18, 2026

An Interview with Ian Daum, BlueAlly Chief Revenue Officer

Almost four years ago, Ian Daum stepped into the Chief Revenue Officer role at BlueAlly with a mandate to build. In this mid-year reflection, we sat down with Ian to talk about what that…

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Blog · May 7, 2026

Why Workspace Security Now Requires Integrated Email Defense

The way people work has changed in a fundamental way. What was once centered on email and a corporate network now spans browsers, collaboration platforms, and a growing ecosystem of SaaS…

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Press Release · May 4, 2026

Mary Gonzales of BlueAlly Spotlighted on the 2026 Women of the Channel List

Atlanta, Georgia, May 4 , 2026: BlueAlly Technology Solutions proudly announced today that CRN ® , a brand of The Channel Company , has recognized Mary Gonzales, Director of Cisco…

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Blog · May 1, 2026 · By Keith Manthey

Beyond the 95%-AI Strategy & Execution

If you’ve sat through any executive AI conversation in the last six months, somebody almost certainly opened it by quoting MIT’s 95% number. It is a useful number, but it does not tell…

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Blog · April 21, 2026 · By Keith Manthey

Are You Governing AI or Just Pretending To?

Keith Manthey | Field CTO Many enterprise AI programs face a problem that isn’t obvious in benchmarks or demos. The models function well, and the use cases are valid, but the governance…

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Blog · April 2, 2026 · By Keith Manthey

The Memory Layer That Makes AI Trustworthy

Keith Manthey | Field CTO When enterprise organizations use large language models for agentic workflows or Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), they soon realize that fast inference is…

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Blog · February 17, 2026

Stopping Lateral Movement - Zero Trust Microsegmentation for VMware Private Cloud

Security strategies have evolved rapidly over the last decade, yet many enterprise networks still rely on assumptions that no longer hold. One of the most persistent challenges is the…

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Blog · February 10, 2026

Private Cloud Cyber-Recovery Readiness

The New Reality of Ransomware Ransomware has shifted from a potential disruptive nuisance to a board-level business risk. Attacks are more targeted, dwell times are shorter, and…

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Blog · January 26, 2026 · By Drew Godwin

2026 Tech Predictions: The Year AI Gets Judged

Drew Godwin | Field CTO The hype phase is over. Boards, CFOs, and CEOs are done funding experiments that don’t move the business. AI is no longer a science project. It’s a line item that…

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Blog · January 9, 2026 · By Scott Hergenrader

Achieving Zero Trust Network Access

Scott Hergenrader | Senior Solutions Architect Modern IT environments are becoming increasingly complex, and that’s not changing anytime soon. Workforces are distributed, data and…

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Blog · December 5, 2025

Simplifying Network Automation with NetBox and Ansible: 5 Key Takeaways

In an era when agile network operations should be the norm, many organizations still rely on manual processes that slow down deployments and introduce risk. During our recent BlueAlly…

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Blog · November 27, 2025 · By Chris Baker

Why NVMe-oF Is the Future of Datacenter Connectivity

As enterprise infrastructure races to keep pace with modern applications, it has become abundantly clear that storage (and more specifically, storage connectivity) can no longer remain…

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Blog · October 21, 2025 · By Andrea Blotzer

Is Your Organization Ready for AI Regulations?

Multiple jurisdictions now have AI regulations in effect. Here’s how to build a governance approach that works across all of them. Organizations deploying AI systems are facing a new…

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Blog · September 29, 2025 · By Jon Kincer

Why HPE Is the Only OEM You Need for Edge-to-Core IT Modernization

Today’s IT teams manage a complex landscape of tools, systems, and equipment from multiple vendors. As organizations grow across on-prem, cloud , and hybrid environments, each vendor…

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Blog · September 29, 2025 · By Drew Godwin

Building AI-Native Pipelines: From ELT to Vectorization to MCP

AI-Native Pipelines: Evolving from ELT to Intelligence Generative AI has fundamentally changed how enterprises architect data pipelines. In our previous post, we explored how ELT…

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Blog · September 25, 2025 · By Keith Manthey

Flip the Script: Why ELT Is Winning the Modern Data Pipeline

Modern teams need speed, flexibility, and scalability in data. ELT supports agile analytics and AI, making it the default for today’s data workflows. We’ve all been there: stuck waiting…

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Blog · September 16, 2025

The Essentials of Managed Infrastructure: A Growth Blueprint

In an unpredictable digital economy, having a reliable, predictable IT infrastructure remains a competitive advantage. But it does beg the question: How confident are you in the…

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Blog · September 16, 2025

The Key Criteria for Choosing a Managed Service Provider in 2026

It’s no exaggeration to say the IT landscape has never been more complex. Hybrid cloud architectures, proliferating SaaS applications, AI-powered observability tools, and mounting…

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Blog · September 12, 2025 · By Keith Manthey

The AI Execution Gap: Why 95% of Enterprise GenAI Pilots Are Failing

KEITH MANTHEY | Field CTO The main takeaway from MIT’s latest research is clear: it is not just about the AI strategy but also about execution and democratization. While companies…

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Blog · August 12, 2025

Learn Without Limits: How to Drive Digital Transformation in 2026 with E-rate

In today’s dynamic education environment, students are no longer confined by classroom walls. From rural communities to urban districts, the digital revolution in K-12 learning continues…

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Blog · August 7, 2025 · By Keith Manthey

The Great Rebalancing: How AI is Accelerating Cloud Repatriation and Forging the Future of Hybrid Infrastructure

KEITH MANTHEY | Field CTO Over the years, I have witnessed the industry undergo various technological shifts. However, one recent trend stands out for its long-term viability: cloud…

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Blog · August 5, 2025

FY2026 Tribal Nation E-Rate Strategy

The FY2026 Tribal Nation E-Rate Strategy for Libraries and Schools The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) continue to evolve the…

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Blog · August 1, 2025

Power Up Your School’s or Library’s Connectivity with E-Rate

In today’s digital-first learning environment, fast, reliable connectivity isn’t a luxury: it’s a necessity. Whether you’re a K-12 school district managing thousands of student devices or…

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Blog · June 17, 2025 · By Dan Wade

NetBox and ServiceNow: Why You Should Use Both

DAN WADE | Network & Infrastructure Automation Practice Lead NetBox or ServiceNow? Why the Best Answer Is Both If you’ve ever debated whether to use NetBox or ServiceNow to manage…

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Blog · June 3, 2025 · By William Bell

Webex and Microsoft Teams: Can They Coexist in Your Collaboration Stack?

WILLIAM BELL | Principal Architect, Strategic Services As hybrid work becomes the norm, IT leaders are increasingly faced with a complex question: Can Microsoft Teams and Cisco Webex…

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Blog · May 27, 2025 · By Drew Godwin

Unlocking AI Value: Aligning Use Cases to Business Outcomes

DREW GODWIN | Field CTO In the race to harness the full potential of generative AI, one truth stands clear: aligning AI use cases with business outcomes is not just a step but a critical…

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Blog · May 12, 2025 · By Reuel Murray

Nutanix .NEXT 2025 Recap: Innovations for the Modern Enterprise

REUEL MURRAY | Principal Solutions Architect Last week in Washington, D.C., Nutanix unveiled a series of announcements at its annual NEXT conference with significant implications for…

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Blog · May 1, 2025

Password Security Best Practices for 2025: An Essential Guide

Strong passwords and multi-factor authentication remain foundational to modern cybersecurity, and they’re more critical than ever in 2025. Whether you’re an IT professional or managing…

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Blog · April 29, 2025 · By Keith Manthey

Navigating AI Success: How CIOs Can Prioritize the Right Use Cases

KEITH MANTHEY | Field CTO Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved from a futuristic concept into a transformative force reshaping a wide range of industries. For Chief Information…

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Blog · April 23, 2025 · By Keith Manthey

Five Essential Steps to Protect Your AI Workloads

KEITH MANTHEY | Field CTO Artificial intelligence (AI) transforms industries, drives innovation, and reshapes business operations. However, as AI adoption accelerates, Sysdig reports a…

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Blog · April 10, 2025 · By Keith Manthey

The Generative AI Spending Boom: What It Means for Enterprises in 2025

KEITH MANTHEY | Field CTO The landscape of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is undergoing a significant transformation. A recent forecast from *Gartner predicts that global…

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Blog · January 28, 2025 · By Mac Di Ramos

Understanding CMMC 2.0: What You Need to Know

MAC DI RAMOS | Delivery Director, Compliance Security and compliance are top priorities across every industry, but when it comes to the defense supply chain, the mandate to protect…

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Blog · January 23, 2025 · By Keith Manthey

The Future of Factory Automation: Leveraging Edge Computing and Digital Twins

KEITH MANTHEY | Field CTO For years, the technological innovations that fit under the umbrella term of Digital Transformation (DT) have resulted in significant hype as buyers across all…

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Blog · January 8, 2025

Maximizing E-Rate 2025: Final-Year Strategies for the C2 Budget Cycle

Creating a secure, connected, and modern learning environment is vital to student success, and federal funding plays a key role in building this infrastructure. To that end, the budget…

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Blog · December 18, 2024 · By Dan Wade

AutoCon 2 Recap

DAN WADE | Network & Infrastructure Automation Practice Lead AutoCon 2 was more than another event; it was a hub for exchanging ideas, learning, and advancing network automation…

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Blog · December 10, 2024 · By Keith Manthey

HPC at Scale: The Roots, Challenges, and Future Opportunities

KEITH MANTHEY | Field CTO Reflecting on this year’s Supercomputing conference in Atlanta, SC24, we are reminded of how broad the “High-Performance Computing” or “HPC” category is. HPC…

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Blog · December 2, 2024

The MSP and MSSP Advantage | Supporting IT Scalability and Security Functions

According to McKinsey & Company’s 2024 Technology Trends Outlook, 70% of businesses reported that rapid growth led to significant IT challenges, including system scalability and security…

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Blog · November 23, 2024

MSP vs. MSSP 101 | Building a Balanced IT Strategy for Your Organization

Managing IT systems effectively has become more complex than ever as businesses seek to balance robust infrastructure management with increasingly sophisticated cybersecurity needs .…

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Blog · November 14, 2024 · By Bill LaVeck

Cisco Partner Summit 2024: Embracing AI, Security, and Workplace Evolution

As a Cisco Gold Integrator and Premier Provider partner, BlueAlly recently attended the Cisco Partner Summit to gain firsthand insights into Cisco’s strategic direction and upcoming…

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Blog · October 24, 2024 · By Keith Manthey

The Future of Responsible AI: Understanding the ISO42001 Standard

KEITH MANTHEY | Field CTO According to PwC’s Global Artificial Intelligence Study, AI is expected to contribute over $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030 , transforming…

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Blog · October 22, 2024 · By Keith Manthey

The Role of Private Gen-AI in Creating Competitive AI Models for Businesses

KEITH MANTHEY | Field CTO As businesses seek to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance operations and drive innovation, private generative AI (Gen-AI) has emerged as a…

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Blog · October 21, 2024 · By Dan Wade

Creating a Network Source of Truth: The Key to Streamlined Automation

DAN WADE | Network & Infrastructure Automation Practice Lead Network automation has become essential for organizations seeking operational efficiency, faster decision-making, and…

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Blog · October 11, 2024 · By Dan Wade

Top Tools and Technologies to Get Started with Network Automation

DAN WADE | Network & Infrastructure Automation Practice Lead It’s no surprise that organizations depend on network automation to help meet today’s fast-paced business demands and stay…

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Blog · October 9, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

SD-Access Flows: Registration and Same Fabric Forwarding

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog is part of a series covering various SD-Access topics. Previous blogs in this series include: Defining SD-Access and Cisco Catalyst Center:…

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Blog · September 27, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

IPv6 Deployment Series Part 10: DNS Records

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer This blog post is part of a series detailing the various parts of planning and deploying IPv6 for enterprise networks. It is meant as a primer for the…

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Blog · September 26, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Wi-Fi 7 Versus Private 5G

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Several recent blogs explore Wi-Fi 7 and cellular Private 5G. Both wireless technologies act as a means of inter-connecting devices over a wireless…

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Blog · September 25, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

SD-Access and the Internet of Things (IOT)

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog is part of a series covering various SD-Access topics. Previous blogs in this series: Defining SD-Access and Cisco Catalyst Center: Why You…

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Blog · September 24, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

4 Best Practices for Hardening Enterprise BGP Deployments

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) serves as the routing protocol of the Internet, orchestrating the flow of data across diverse networks. It’s also used…

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Blog · September 19, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

SD-Access Study Resources

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog is part of a series covering various SD-Access topics. Previous blogs in this series: Defining SD-Access and Cisco Catalyst Center: Why You…

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Blog · September 17, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

IPv6 Deployment Series Part 9: Understanding IPv6 Specific Concepts and the Associated Addressing

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer This blog post is part of a series detailing the various parts of planning and deploying IPv6 for enterprise networks. It is meant as a primer for the…

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Blog · September 17, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

The Tech Side of Wi-Fi 7

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect A prior blog covered the business aspects of Wi-Fi 7, what is different, how it improves on Wi-Fi 6 and 6E, and what applications may benefit from…

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Blog · September 12, 2024

Previewing BlueAlly's Upcoming AutoCon2 Presentation: The Power of Automated Network Testing and Validation

This November, Dan Wade, Network & Infrastructure Automation Practice Lead at BlueAlly, will present at the Network Automation Forum’s AutoCon2 conference . His presentation, “Step 0:…

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Blog · September 11, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Migration to SD-Access

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog is part of a series covering various SD-Access topics. Previous blogs in this series include: Defining SD-Access and Cisco Catalyst Center:…

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Blog · September 10, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

SD-Access Wireless

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog is part of a series covering various SD-Access topics. Previous blogs in this series include: Defining SD-Access and Cisco Catalyst Center:…

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Blog · August 29, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Is Private 5G Cellular Service Real?

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Peter would like to thank Martijn van Overbeek for his review, comments, and suggestions. His carrier background and knowledge of telco and cellular…

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Blog · August 29, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

The Business Value of Wi-Fi 7

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Wi-Fi 7 is getting close to widespread availability: The 802.11be standard is considered essentially done, and is expected to be ratified in September…

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Blog · August 27, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

SD-Access and E-911 Services

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog is part of a series covering various SD-Access topics. Previous blogs in this series: Defining SD-Access and Cisco Catalyst Center: Why You…

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Blog · August 27, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

The State of 5G Cellular Networking

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Peter would like to thank Martijn van Overbeek for his review, comments, and suggestions. His carrier background and knowledge of telco and cellular…

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Blog · August 22, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

SD-Access and IP Pools

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog is part of a series covering various SD-Access topics. Previous blogs in this series include: Defining SD-Access and Cisco Catalyst Center:…

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Blog · August 22, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

IOT: What is BTLE/BLE?

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Why IOT? First, it is an expanding area of networking with increasing use cases. Secondly, it is impacting current organizations, especially…

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Blog · August 8, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

SD-Access Multi-Site Lab Tasks

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog is part of a series covering various SD-Access topics. Previous blogs in this series: Defining SD-Access and Cisco Catalyst Center: Why You…

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Blog · August 8, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

IOT: The Basics of LoRaWAN

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog is a follow-up to my recent IOT blog series. Links to them can be found at the end of this blog. This blog provides a high-level summary…

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Blog · August 2, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

SD-Access Multi-Site Lab

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog is part of a series covering various SD-Access topics. Previous blogs in this series include: Defining SD-Access and Cisco Catalyst Center:…

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Blog · August 2, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

IOT: What is URWB?

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Why IOT? First, it is an expanding area of networking, with increasing use cases. Secondly, it is impacting current organizations, especially…

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Blog · July 25, 2024

Bridging the Gap: How BlueAlly Transformed Meharry Medical College's Legacy Systems Systems for Modern Data Security

Meharry Medical College , one of the oldest historically black medical schools in the United States, has been a beacon of education for aspiring healthcare professionals since its…

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Blog · July 23, 2024

Mid Year Tech Check: 5 Proactive Strategies for Q3 & Q4 Success

As we head into Q3, many businesses are taking stock of their progress and gearing up for the challenges and opportunities that the remainder of the year will bring. For many…

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Blog · July 22, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Cisco IoT Overview: Part 5, the Competition

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog post is part of a series discussing Cisco IoT, with this post focusing on Cisco’s IoT competition. Why IOT? First, it is an expanding area…

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Blog · July 15, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

SD-Access Multi-Site Design

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog covers some of the topics you might want to consider when designing an SD-Access deployment for more than one site. Previous blogs in this…

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Blog · July 15, 2024

Kaspersky Banned: Exploring The Best Cybersecurity Alternatives

With Kaspersky now banned in the United States due to national security concerns, businesses and individuals need to seek reliable alternatives to maintain robust cybersecurity defenses.…

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Blog · July 12, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

SD-Access Single Site Design

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog focuses on SD-Access single site designs. It touches on some (but likely not all) important aspects of single site design and provides links…

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Blog · July 10, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Cisco IoT Overview: Part 4, Cisco Meraki and IoT Skillsets

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog post is part of a series discussion Cisco IOT. It focuses on other IOT topics: Cisco Meraki, and IOT skillsets. It also includes even more…

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Blog · June 28, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Cisco IoT Overview: Part 3, IoT Essentials

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog post is part of a series discussing Cisco IoT, with this post focusing on Cisco IoT security and use cases. Prior blogs tersely mentioned…

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Blog · June 28, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Securing SD-Access Traffic

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog teaches readers how to secure traffic coming from the SD-Access fabrics, emphasizing SD-Access Transit designs. Prior blogs in this series:…

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Blog · June 20, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Managing SD-Access Segmentation

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog describes the concepts underlying SD-Access segmentation. It covers the forms of segmentation, where enforcement can occur, and some…

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Blog · June 20, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Cisco IoT Overview: Part 2, IoT Hardware

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog post is part of a series discussing Cisco IoT, with this post focusing on Cisco IoT networking hardware. I’m excited by the networking and…

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Blog · June 17, 2024

Conquering the Complexities of IT Compliance | A Practical Guide for Businesses

Navigating the complex landscape of IT compliance, while daunting, is essential for safeguarding sensitive business data, maintaining customer trust, and avoiding hefty penalties. The…

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Blog · June 17, 2024

Strategies for Success | Optimizing Cost and Performance with Managed Cloud Services

Optimizing cost and performance is more essential than ever for maintaining a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced business environment. One of the most effective strategies for…

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Blog · June 14, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

SD-Access Concepts: The Big Picture

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect I recently wrote two blogs about why an organization might want Cisco SD-Access (“SDA”) and Cisco Catalyst Center: pros, cons, where SDA might be…

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Blog · June 6, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Cisco IoT Overview: Part 1, Background

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect I’ve been lightly tracking Cisco’s IOT (Internet of Things) offerings over the years, and the widely disparate requirements in different use cases…

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Blog · June 6, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Cisco Catalyst Center: Pros and Cons

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog steps back from describing Cisco SD-Acccess (“SDA”)/ Cisco Catalyst Center (“CCC”, the former Cisco DNA Center), and instead covers pros and…

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Blog · June 4, 2024

Essential Questions CIOs are Asking Their IT Partners in 2024

Building and managing a winning organizational IT infrastructure has always demanded resilience and expertise. Today, this truth rings louder than ever. Due to modern and fast-paced…

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Blog · June 4, 2024

Five Key Indications It's Time to Outsource Your IT Services: A Guide for Business Leaders

Boosting efficiency and cutting costs are two of the most critical aspects of running and maintaining any successful business, both of which are deeply reliant on the sophistication of an…

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Blog · June 3, 2024

NetBox Labs and Red Hat Announce Partnership

Today, NetBox Labs and Red Hat announced a partnership to streamline the support and integration of the popular network source of truth, NetBox, with one of the industry’s top automation…

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Blog · June 2, 2024

5 Ways an Outsourced Partner Can Improve Telecom and Broadband Business Functions

The need to continuously enhance operational efficiencies, reduce costs, and elevate customer experiences is a critical and never-ending objective in the telecom and broadband market.…

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Blog · June 1, 2024

Broadband Optimization: 5 Key Factors for Ensuring Fast and Reliable Connectivity

Rapid and reliable connectivity to the World Wide Web has become a non-negotiable for conducting business in the digital age. From maintaining employee productivity and ensuring positive…

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Blog · May 30, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Defining SD-Access and Cisco Catalyst Center: Why You Should Care

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog discusses what the products SD-Access (“SDA”) and Cisco Catalyst Center (“CCC”) encompass , and what they might do for you and your…

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Blog · May 26, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

IPv6 Deployment Series Part 8: Optimization

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer This blog post is part of a series detailing the various parts of planning and deploying IPv6 for enterprise networks. It is meant as a primer for the…

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Blog · May 14, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Trends and Improving IT

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Technology-focused companies often produce annual surveys and produce reports about general trends in networking or IT. The intent behind producing…

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Blog · May 9, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Fly Direct with Dope Security

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect That’s “dope” as in slang for exceptional . My brain is old enough that it does not default to that interpretation, but YMMV. Anyway, this is a quick…

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Blog · May 7, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

IPv6 Deployment Series Part 7: Internet Connectivity

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer This blog post is part of a series detailing the various parts of planning and deploying IPv6 for enterprise networks. It is meant as a primer for the…

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Blog · April 30, 2024 · By John Cavanaugh

World Password Day: What is it?

JOHN CAVANAUGH | Vice President, Office of the CTO Over time, simple passwords proved easy to guess through social engineering. As a result, the industry moved to recommend complex…

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Blog · April 22, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Security and Network Topology

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This post was triggered by a Cisco product blog: “ When it Comes to Compliance Requirements: Topology Matters! ” This blog looks at Cisco products…

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Blog · April 12, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

IPv6 Deployment Series Part 6: SLAAC vs DHCPv6

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer This blog post is part of a series detailing the various parts of planning and deploying IPv6 for enterprise networks. It is meant as a primer for the…

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Blog · April 10, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Cisco Talos: A Summary Explanation

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Cisco Talos has been integrated with Cisco’s security offerings for quite some time, but it seems invisible to those who don’t know its history. This…

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Blog · April 5, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Cisco’s Isovalent Acquisition

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Towards the end of 2023, Cisco announced another significant acquisition: Isovalent. This blog intends to provide a detailed understanding of this…

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Blog · April 5, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

IPv6 Deployment Series Part 5: Transitional Client Addressing

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer This blog post is part of a series detailing the various parts of planning and deploying IPv6 for enterprise networks. It is meant as a primer for the…

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Blog · April 3, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Shifts in Network-Based Security

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Networking and Security staff have been reviewing their security requirements and debating how to meet those needs. More niche needs are being noticed…

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Blog · March 29, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

IPv6 Deployment Series Part 4: Security

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer This blog post is part of a series detailing the various parts of planning and deploying IPv6 for enterprise networks. It is meant as a primer for the…

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Blog · March 28, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Graphiant Summary & Updates

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect The founders of Graphiant built Viptela, a company that Cisco acquired in 2017. Taking the lessons they learned, Graphiant developers improved their…

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Blog · March 27, 2024 · By John Cavanaugh

World Backup Day: What is it?

JOHN CAVANAUGH | Vice President of the Chief Technology Office A backup, or data backup, is a copy of computer data taken and stored elsewhere to restore the original after an event that…

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Blog · March 25, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

IPv6 Deployment Series Part 3: OSPFv3

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer This blog post is part of a series detailing the various parts of planning and deploying IPv6 for enterprise networks. It is meant as a primer for the…

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Blog · March 25, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Internet of Things (IoT) 2024 Trends and Changes

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect The Internet of Things (IoT) has quietly been becoming a hot topic among technical experts. Among them, Cisco has been tracking and updating changes…

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Blog · March 19, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

IPv6 Deployment Series Part 2: Routing Design

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer This blog post is part of a series detailing the various parts of planning and deploying IPv6 for enterprise networks. It is meant as a primer for the…

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Blog · March 10, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

NodeWeaver is for Edgy People

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Edge Field Day 2 consisted of presentations by NodeWeaver , a software-defined operating platform. This blog provides a brief overview of NodeWeaver’s…

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Blog · March 7, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Elisity Updates: New Functions and Features

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect For an overview of information and additional context surrounding Elisity, read the prior blog articles as follows: Elisity Zero Trust (ZTNA) Trends…

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Blog · March 5, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

IPv6 Deployment Series Part 1: Hierarchical Subnetting Design

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer This is part one of a six-part series on the practical deployment of IPv6. This series will step through the various considerations needed to take your…

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Blog · March 5, 2024 · By Peter Welcher

Introducing Mammoth Cyber: Summary and Takeaways

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect About Mammoth Cyber Mammoth Cyber exists in the ZTNA space. However, their product does NOT use an agent, per se. Instead, they have a modified…

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Blog · February 21, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

Why Tech Executives Should Be Pushing for the Adoption of IPV6

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer The disadvantages to an IPv4-based internet were apparent back in the early 90s. Still, steps were taken to delay the inevitable and allow for the…

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Blog · February 19, 2024 · By Ryan Harris

Designing for Maintainability? Start with Your Team.

RYAN HARRIS | Sr. Network Engineer I have had the pleasure of working at several organizations, large and small, from internal IT roles and outside consulting positions. I have noted…

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Blog · February 12, 2024

Embracing Change and Building Momentum: The New Era of BlueAlly

Embracing Change and Building Momentum: The New Era of BlueAlly At BlueAlly, we stand at a pivotal moment in our journey, a time that transcends mere reflection, urging us to embrace…

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Blog · December 19, 2023

2023 NAF AutoCon0, Summary and Takeaways

I had the privilege of attending the inaugural AutoCon0 conference in Denver, CO, hosted by the Network Automation Forum (NAF) in November 2023. There was a lot of buzz about the…

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Blog · December 15, 2023

Embarking on the Azure Adoption Journey

Enterprises are often confused as to how the Microsoft Azure adoption journey begins. According to Ralph Bolds, Chief Technical Architect, it all starts with an initial kickoff meeting…

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Blog · December 8, 2023

Can a Small or Medium-Sized Business Move Completely to the Cloud?

Over a decade ago, Don Wolf, CTO, described the rationale behind the drive to cloud computing by comparing it to the electrical grid. Everyone needs electricity, but few of us want to or…

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Blog · November 15, 2023

Microsoft Acquires Cloud Analytics Company

Microsoft has acquired the cloud analytics firm Cloudyn in an effort to expand cost-control offerings for Azure users. Cloudyn, launched back in 2011, produces cloud monitoring software…

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Blog · October 27, 2023

What are Azure Managed Services and Why Do You Need Them?

Since Microsoft released Azure in 2010, the cloud computing platform has achieved immense popularity. Today, more than 120,000 new users join Azure every month and an estimated 85…

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Blog · October 10, 2023

Why it Makes Sense to Outsource Azure Management

The market for managed services is expected to grow more than 14 percent to $53.7 billion within the next five years, according to research from MarketsandMarkets. This figure most…

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Blog · September 21, 2023

Microsoft Office 365 School Data Sync and Classroom Transforms K-12 Education

Having assisted more than fifty education customers with their adoption of Microsoft Office 365, the tremendous value of the platform is undeniable. In nearly every case, hosted…

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Blog · September 4, 2023

Why OneDrive is right for your business

Businesses of all shapes and sizes are breaking down silos to promote scalability in the face of an ever-changing market. This sort of shift necessitates the adoption of new productivity…

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Blog · August 30, 2023 · By John Cavanaugh

It's Time to Consolidate OT/IoT into Your Overall Security Strategy

JOHN CAVANAUGH | Vice President & Chief Technology Officer While working with clients on the rollout of a new regulation, there was an interesting presentation I saw that showed that the…

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Blog · August 28, 2023

Powering College Sports with Power BI

BlueAlly is proud to announce the availability of a new implementation of Power BI in the world of college sports. Designed for college athletic departments, the Sports Performance…

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Blog · August 14, 2023 · By Peter Welcher

Taking a Closer Look at Elisity

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect This blog provides additional context to “ Elisity Zero Trust (ZTNA) Trends High in Security ,” which describes its position in the Zero Trust / ZT /…

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Blog · August 12, 2023

Microsoft Azure gains spot atop Gartner Magic Quadrant for IaaS

Earlier in the year, technology analysts predicted that Microsoft Azure would soon ascend through the cloud computing ranks to challenge Amazon Web Services for supremacy. However, it…

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Blog · July 25, 2023 · By Peter Welcher

Elisity Zero Trust (ZTNA) Trends High in Security

PETER WELCHER | Solutions Architect Security is arguably the hottest topic in networking these days, especially for industry professionals working in hospitals, medical environments, or…

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Blog · April 2, 2023

Security and Compliance Challenges; Plus, How Companies Can Effectively Address Them

Since 2011, BlueAlly has been helping companies build scalable, secure, and efficient security programs and infrastructure. In that span of time, we have seen a lot of security programs…

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Blog · February 23, 2023

Network Validation with pyATS

TL;DR: pyATS is an automation testing framework that includes a parsing library called Genie. With over 1500 parsers available, Genie can parse device output from multiple vendors,…

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Blog · February 21, 2023

Cloud Readiness, Part 2: Understanding Public, Private, and Hybrid Cloud

No man is an Island, John Donne From John Donne’s 1624 poem “Devotion upon Emergent Occasions,” this line intends to convey the connected nature of mankind, that we are each part of a…

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Blog · February 7, 2023

Cloud Readiness, Part 1: Connectivity and Interdependencies

No man is an Island, John Donne From John Donne’s 1624 poem “Devotion upon Emergent Occasions,” this line intends to convey the connected nature of mankind, that we are each part of a…

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Blog · July 13, 2022

Can Eliminating Passwords Help Increase Zero Trust Adoption?

Background In Managing Security in the Age of Zero Trust, BlueAlly introduced Zero Trust as a data-centric approach to security, but it’s much more than that. Who you are, where you are,…

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Blog · April 6, 2022

Is Network Automation Essential for Network Security?

If your business is not using network automation, there is a good chance that there is a security vulnerability lurking in your network. Remember the T-Mobile data breach ? It started…

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Blog · March 7, 2022

If You Build It, Will They Come? 3 Tips to Drive User Adoption

Technology and business are irrevocably entwined. Organizations of all sizes leverage cutting-edge tools to drive mission-critical processes, investing thousands, or in some cases…

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Blog · September 22, 2021

CIA Triad: Part 3 - Availability

In Managing Security in the Age of Zero Trust , BlueAlly introduces Zero Trust as a data-centric approach to security. This involves identifying the data assets and adjusting or creating…

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Blog · September 20, 2021

CIA Triad: Part 2 - Integrity

In Managing Security in the Age of Zero Trust , BlueAlly introduces Zero Trust as a data-centric approach to security. This involves identifying the data assets and adjusting or creating…

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Blog · September 16, 2021

CIA Triad: Part 1 - Confidentiality

In Managing Security in the Age of Zero Trust , BlueAlly introduces Zero Trust as a data-centric approach to security. This involves identifying the data assets and adjusting or creating…

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Blog · September 14, 2021

Managing Security in the Age of Zero Trust

Zero trust is a data-centric approach to security that involves identifying the data assets that need protection and creating a data classification policy. With this information, an…

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Blog · June 21, 2021

Zero Trust Architecture: In Brief

The Zero Trust security model is a decades-long concept popularized by John Kindervag’s seminal paper ‘ Build Security Into Your Network’s DNA: The Zero Trust Network Architecture ’…

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Blog · April 27, 2021

Evaluating the ROI of Network Automation

We would all like automated processes to save labor, eliminate errors, reduce the elapsed time from the request to its implementation while saving money, but how can we get a real…

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Blog · March 11, 2021

Architecting an Information Security Program for the Enterprise, Part 2

Organizations need an Information Security strategy, regardless of their industry or annual revenue. But where do you start? And once you start, how do you ensure the security strategy…

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Blog · February 22, 2021

Architecting an Information Security Program for the Enterprise, Part 1

Organizations need an information security strategy, regardless of industry or annual revenue, but where do you start? And once you start, how do you ensure the security strategy is…

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Blog · September 23, 2020

IT Automation, Overcoming Internal Barriers

IT automation offers an increase in productivity and a reduction in risk. Unfortunately, there are often internal barriers to implementation. Benefits of IT Automation Increased…

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Press Release · July 23rd, 2026

BlueAlly and NetBox Labs Announce Strategic Partnership

Strategic partnership for network infrastructure modeling, engineering, and automation.

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Press Release · June 22nd, 2026

BlueAlly Named to CRN Solution Provider 500 List for 2026

Recognition among North America’s leading solution providers and integrators.

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Press Release · June 15th, 2026

BlueAlly Named to CRN’s MSP 500 List in Security MSP 100 Category

Recognition for managed cybersecurity capability and services.

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Press Release · April 6th, 2026

BlueAlly Appoints Sean Robertson as Senior Vice President of Federal

Federal leadership appointment supporting strategy and growth.

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Press Release · March 26th, 2026

BlueAlly Earns Cisco SMB and Mid-Market Business Practice

Invitation-only Cisco competency recognizes partners delivering demand-led, scalable solutions to small and mid-sized organizations.

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Press Release · March 23rd, 2026

BlueAlly Named to the Prestigious CRN Tech Elite 250 For 2026

Industry recognition of BlueAlly’s technical expertise and certifications.

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Press Release · February 26th, 2026

BlueAlly Earns Five Cisco Preferred Partner Designations

Cisco recognition for validated expertise across five technology areas.

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Press Release · February 19th, 2026

BlueAlly Achieves Cisco Powered Service Status in Managed Firewall

Cisco validation of BlueAlly’s managed firewall service.

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Press Release · February 17th, 2026

BlueAlly Achieves Cisco Meraki Security and SD-WAN

Cisco Meraki recognition for secure networking and SD-WAN expertise.

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Press Release · November 21st, 2025

BlueAlly Named Cisco “Breakout Partner of the Year”

Cisco partner recognition for growth and client impact.

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Press Release · November 21st, 2025

BlueAlly Earns Cisco Gold Provider Status

Cisco Gold Provider recognition for delivery capability.

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Press Release · August 15th, 2025

BlueAlly Earns Fortinet Engage Preferred Services Partner (EPSP) Status

Fortinet recognition for professional cybersecurity services expertise.

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Press Release · August 7th, 2025

BlueAlly Elevates Cisco Partnership to DVAR Status

Cisco partnership milestone extending client delivery capabilities.

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Press Release · July 14th, 2025

BlueAlly Recognized with Hyperproof’s 2025 Emerging Partner Award

Hyperproof recognition for compliance partnership impact.

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Press Release · June 23rd, 2025

BlueAlly Achieves ISO/IEC 42001:2023 Certification for Responsible AI Governance

Certification of BlueAlly’s responsible artificial intelligence governance system.

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Press Release · May 12th, 2025

Edith Liao and Katie Whalen of BlueAlly Spotlighted on the 2025 Women of the Channel List

CRN recognition of BlueAlly channel leadership.

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Press Release · May 12th, 2025

Erica Phelan of BlueAlly Spotlighted on the 2025 Women of the Channel Power 80 Solution Provider List

CRN recognition of BlueAlly channel leadership.

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Press Release · April 1st, 2025

BlueAlly Technology Solutions Achieves Dell Titanium Status

Dell Technologies partner recognition for infrastructure expertise.

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Press Release · March 19th, 2025

BlueAlly Achieves Premier Reseller Status within the Nutanix Elevate Partner Program

Nutanix partner recognition for hybrid infrastructure expertise.

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Press Release · February 19th, 2025

BlueAlly Recognized on CRN’s 2025 Tech Elite 150 and MSP500 Lists

CRN recognition for technical and managed services expertise.

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Press Release · February 6th, 2025

BlueAlly Wins Two Significant SonicWall Partner Awards

SonicWall recognition for cybersecurity partner impact.

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Press Release · September 20th, 2024

BlueAlly and Source Capital Honored with 2024 Dealmaker of the Year Award for Lower and Mid-Market Transactions

Recognition for strategic growth and mid-market transactions.

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Press Release · September 17th, 2024

BlueAlly Achieves Cisco’s Environmental Sustainability Specialization, Reinforcing Its Commitment To Eco-Friendly IT Solutions

Cisco specialization recognizing sustainable technology expertise.

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Press Release · August 16th, 2024

BlueAlly Joins NVIDIA Partner Network to Advance AI and HPC Solutions

NVIDIA partnership advancing artificial intelligence and high-performance computing.

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Press Release · July 29th, 2024

BlueAlly Achieves Advanced Tier Services Partner Status within the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner Network (APN)

AWS recognition for validated cloud services expertise.

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Press Release · July 24th, 2024

BlueAlly Earns Juniper Networks’ Prestigious Elite Plus Partner Assured Program Status

Juniper recognition for assured networking delivery.

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Press Release · June 25th, 2024

BlueAlly Awarded Barracuda Discover24 Americas Growth Partner of the Year

Barracuda recognition for cybersecurity partnership growth.

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Press Release · June 6th, 2024

BlueAlly Recognized as a 2023 Partner of the Year by Juniper Networks

Juniper recognition for networking partnership impact.

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Press Release · May 28th, 2024

BlueAlly Earns Spot on CRN’s 2024 Solution Provider 500 List

CRN recognition among leading solution providers.

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Press Release · May 13th, 2024

CRN Recognizes Patty Apple of BlueAlly on the 2024 Women of the Channel Power 100 Solution Provider List

CRN recognition of BlueAlly channel leadership.

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Press Release · May 13th, 2024

CRN Recognizes Dianne Callies-Prohaska of BlueAlly on the 2024 Women of the Channel List

CRN recognition of BlueAlly channel leadership.

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Press Release · March 18th, 2024

BlueAlly Recognized on the Prestigious 2024 CRN Tech Elite 250 List

CRN recognition for technical expertise and certifications.

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Press Release · February 14th, 2024

BlueAlly Announces Brand Revitalization, Highlighting Recent Strategic Growth and Reaffirming Its Commitment to Clients and Partners

Company update on BlueAlly’s brand and strategic growth.

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Press Release · August 2nd, 2023

BlueAlly Acquires Strata Consulting, a Premier Provider of Security, Compliance, DevOps, and AWS Cloud Services

Acquisition expands AWS cloud, security, compliance, and DevOps services.

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Press Release · July 21st, 2023

BlueAlly Empowers KAMO Power’s Network Upgrade with Infinera’s XTM Series

Infinera optical technology supports KAMO Power’s network modernization.

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Press Release · July 11th, 2023

BlueAlly Acquires B2B Technologies, Strengthening Cloud Presence & Expanding Vendor Alliances

Acquisition expands Microsoft cloud capabilities and vendor alliances.

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Press Release · May 17th, 2023

BlueAlly Acquires Corporate Armor, Strengthening Online Presence & Expanding Vendor Alliances

Acquisition expands digital reach and vendor relationships.

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Press Release · April 6th, 2023

BlueAlly Delivers High-Capacity Broadband to Rural Areas through Partnership with Central Electric Power Cooperative and Infinera

Infinera partnership delivers high-capacity rural broadband.

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Press Release · March 10th, 2023

BlueAlly Earns 2023 SonicWall Partner Award

SonicWall recognition for cybersecurity partner impact.

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Press Release · February 28th, 2023

BlueAlly Again Awarded Place on the CRN Elite 150 MSP List

CRN recognition for managed services capability.

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Press Release · February 2nd, 2023

BlueAlly Acquires n2grate, Expanding Access to Government Clients & Strengthening Vendor Alliance

Acquisition expands government market access and vendor relationships.

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Press Release · March 16th, 2022

Netcraftsmen Joins Forces with BlueAlly to Expand Footprint and Security Capability

Combination expands network and cybersecurity services capability.

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Press Release · January 16th, 2022

BlueAlly Receives 2022 SMB Partner of the Year Award from Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company

Aruba and HPE recognition for small-business networking impact.

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Press Release · January 16th, 2022

BlueAlly Takes the Crown on the 2022 CRN Triple Crown Award List

CRN recognition for solution provider performance.

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Press Release · January 16th, 2022

CRN Recognizes BlueAlly on 2022 Solution Provider List

CRN recognition among leading solution providers.

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Press Release · January 16th, 2021

Virtual Graffiti is Now a BlueAlly Company

Company combination expands BlueAlly’s managed cybersecurity reach.

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Press Release · January 16th, 2020

Veeam Rising Star Partner of the Year, North America by Veeam

Veeam recognition for data protection partnership growth.

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Success Story · Cloud & Infrastructure

Plug-In-Ready Infrastructure for a Hyperscale Data Center Program

Tested, production-ready rack infrastructure delivered from design through operations.

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Success Story · State & Local

Cloud Migration to Secure Government Infrastructure

A Microsoft 365 migration created a secure, collaborative operating foundation.

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Success Story · Cybersecurity & Compliance

Strengthening Cybersecurity for a Biotech Company

Critical risks were identified and prioritized for a stronger security posture.

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Success Story · Managed Services

Simplifying Compliance Management to Strengthen Outcomes

Managed continuity supported stronger SOC 2 and PCI compliance outcomes.

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Success Story · Financial Services

A 360° View of Customer Data for Better Decisions

A trusted customer view delivered inside a rigorous security lifecycle.

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Success Story · K-12 Education

Student Success Reporting from District to Classroom

Decision-ready reporting helps educators ask more precise questions.

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Success Story · Federal

Automation Accelerates a Federal Network Transformation

Standardized evidence and less manual error produced ROI in under a year.

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Success Story · State & Local

Juniper Switch Refresh Supports Municipal Services

Coordinated preparation enabled efficient cutovers with minimal service impact.

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Success Story · Telecom & ISPs

KAMO Power Modernizes a 2,700-Mile Optical Network

A long-haul optical network was modernized for resilient, scalable operations.

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Success Story · Manufacturing

A Global Manufacturer Centralizes Network Operations

Centralized visibility and operations gave the internal team more capacity.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Automation Accelerates a Hospital Network Implementation

Automation reduced implementation time from 14 weeks to four weeks.

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Success Story · Manufacturing

A Retail Manufacturer Recovers from Ransomware in 10 Days

Coordinated recovery restored operations while strengthening resilience.

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Success Story · Federal

Classified Cloud Storage for National Security

Secure classified cloud capacity delivered with familiar access.

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Success Story · Cloud & Infrastructure

Data Center Consolidation with Dell PowerStore

A consolidated storage platform improves resilience and operations.

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Success Story · Network & Collaboration

A New Network Supports an Energy Company Separation

The network was ready for Day 1 in six months, and the full separation was completed in 18 months.

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Success Story · Managed Services

Managed Services Support Entertainment Growth

Managed operations give a growing entertainment company capacity and visibility.

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Success Story · K-12 Education

E-Rate Funding Powers a School Network Transformation

E-Rate planning and modern networking connect a school community.

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Success Story · Data & AI

A Global Client Portal for Secure Reporting

A secure portal creates consistent reporting across global operations.

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Success Story · Federal

Unified Communications Across a Federal Organization

Secure unified communications connect a distributed federal workforce.

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Success Story · Manufacturing

Meraki Wireless Modernizes 27 Manufacturing Sites

Standardized Cisco Meraki wireless supports inventory workflows at 27 sites.

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Success Story · Retail

Security by Design Restores Retail PCI Compliance

Coordinated controls restore PCI compliance for online commerce.

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Success Story · Telecom & ISPs

Core Network Transformation Enables Market Expansion

A stronger core network supports capacity, DDoS defense, and new markets.

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Success Story · Government

Scaling Cisco Communications Infrastructure to Resolve a High-Volume Voicemail Crisis

Government agency enhances collaboration and security by upgrading its high-volume communication and networking infrastructure.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Modernizing Multi-Factor Authentication to Reduce Cyber Risk

Healthcare organization mitigates cyber risk by modernizing multi-factor authentication systems for improved security posture.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Cisco Unified Communications Upgrade to Strengthen Operations in the Medical Industry

Medical institution strengthens operational capabilities by upgrading to unified communication and security systems.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Cisco Unified Communications Modernization to Support Pediatric Medical Care

Healthcare provider improves pediatric medical care through modern unified communications and collaboration solutions.

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Success Story · Distribution

Cloud Migration to Strengthen Enterprise Security Posture

Distribution enterprise leverages cloud migration to modernize applications and bolster overall security posture.

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Success Story · Small & Midsize Business

SMB Firewall Installation for a Construction Client

Construction firm secures business operations with professional firewall installation and networking services.

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Success Story · Telecom

Assessment and Migration for Assistive Technologies

Telecom organization conducts technical assessments and migrations to optimize assistive technology infrastructure.

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Success Story · Education

Network Segmentation and Modernization in the Education Sector

Education sector improves network security and operational efficiency through system segmentation and modernization.

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Success Story · Technology

Centralized Compliance Management to Improve Sales Outcomes

Technology firm improves sales performance by implementing centralized systems for compliance management.

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Success Story · Financial Services

Compliance Management and Risk Assessment in the Financial Industry

Financial institution implements comprehensive risk assessments and management tools to ensure industry compliance.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Transforming Patient Care with a Future-Ready Communications System

Healthcare provider transforms patient care delivery by deploying a future-ready communication system.

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Success Story · Technology

Risk Assessment and ISMS Management

Technology company secures digital assets by performing risk assessments and managing information security systems.

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Success Story · Energy

Security Architecture Migration to Meet Regulatory Compliance

Energy organization migrates security architecture to achieve and maintain necessary regulatory compliance.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Strengthening Cloud Security in the Medical Industry

Medical industry provider improves data safety by strengthening its cloud security infrastructure.

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Success Story · Entertainment

Fortinet Deployment to Enhance Networking Capabilities

Entertainment company utilizes integration center expertise to deploy Fortinet solutions for enhanced networking.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Medical Network Refresh to Enhance Performance and Security

Healthcare provider refreshes network infrastructure to boost operational performance and data security.

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Success Story · Federal Government

Ensuring CMMC Compliance Through Comprehensive Risk Assessment

Federal agency performs comprehensive risk assessment to verify and maintain CMMC compliance.

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Success Story · Science and Engineering

Establishing a Network Source of Truth for a Global Consulting Firm

Global consulting firm improves engineering operations by establishing a centralized network source of truth.

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Success Story · Energy

Modernizing CMDB with a Network Source of Truth

Energy firm modernizes CMDB configuration by deploying an automated network source of truth.

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Success Story · Education

Enhancing Microsoft 365 Security for a Large Public School System with AllyCare Guardian

Public school system improves security and compliance for Microsoft 365 using managed protective services.

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Success Story · Cloud

Strengthening Microsoft 365 Security for a Growing Self-Storage Leader

Growing storage leader secures cloud collaboration and data through Microsoft 365 enhancements.

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Success Story · Nonprofit

Modernizing Microsoft 365 Security for a World-Class Aquarium

Nonprofit organization modernizes Microsoft 365 security to meet compliance and data protection standards.

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Success Story · Education

K-12 District Strengthens Security and Resilience with AllyCare for Microsoft 365

K-12 district improves security and resilience for Microsoft 365 environments using specialized managed support.

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Success Story · State & Local Government

Strengthening Cloud Security with AllyCare Guardian: A Success Story from Georgia’s Largest County

County government secures cloud infrastructure and data using managed protection and security services.

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Success Story · Energy

Empowering a Leading Energy Company with a Practical, Culture-Driven Zero Trust Strategy

Energy company implements a practical, culture-driven zero trust strategy to strengthen security architecture.

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Success Story · Telecom

Regional Telecoms and Broadband Service Provider Modernizes Core Infrastructure with BlueAlly and Juniper Networks

Regional provider modernizes core networking and broadband infrastructure to support telecom service delivery.

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Success Story · Telecom

Infinera and BlueAlly Powering CEPC’s Rural Connectivity in Missouri

Telecom provider expands rural broadband connectivity in Missouri through strategic infrastructure partnerships.

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Success Story · Nonprofit

Nonprofit Stabilizes Online Presence with Scalable Cloud Solutions

Nonprofit organization achieves a stable online presence by migrating to scalable cloud solutions.

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Success Story · Enterprise

Unifying Network Operations Through SD-WAN Deployment

Enterprise organization unifies its distributed network operations through the deployment of SD-WAN technology.

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Success Story · Nonprofit

Transforming Network Infrastructure for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)

Nonprofit health society transforms its internal network infrastructure to support mission-critical operations.

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Success Story · Federal Government

BlueAlly Delivers a Technology Upgrade to Strengthen Network Reliability for a Federal Agency

Federal agency upgrades technology infrastructure to ensure reliable data center and network performance.

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Success Story · Financial Services

Enhancing Business Continuity in the Financial Industry Through Managed Services

Financial firm leverages managed services to enhance network continuity and business operational stability.

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Success Story · Federal Government

How an Air Force Organization Achieved 100% Data Protection with BlueAlly and Commvault

Air Force organization ensures complete data protection for infrastructure through advanced backup and security.

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Success Story · Technology

Redesigning IT Infrastructure to Support Space Exploration Missions

Technology team redesigns critical IT infrastructure to support complex space exploration mission requirements.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Enabling Lifesaving Applications Through Converged Infrastructure

Healthcare facility enables reliable access to lifesaving applications through converged infrastructure and networking.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Lowering Licensing Costs Through Expert Assessment

Healthcare organization reduces software licensing costs through professional infrastructure and collaboration assessment.

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Success Story · Data Center

CDM Smith Enhances Global Engineering Services with BlueAlly and Equinix

Global engineering firm enhances service delivery by integrating data center and networking technologies.

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Success Story · Networking

Network Transformation to Enhance Visibility and Performance Monitoring

Organization transforms network infrastructure to gain improved visibility and real-time performance monitoring.

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Success Story · Technology

Mid-West ISP Cuts Costs with BlueAlly Partnership

Mid-west internet service provider cuts operational costs through a strategic data center and networking partnership.

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Success Story · Technology

Modernizing Data Security to Streamline Global Operations

Organization streamlines global business operations by modernizing its data security and infrastructure.

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Success Story · Technology

Transforming VoIP Infrastructure Through Next-Gen Networking Solutions

Technology firm transforms VoIP infrastructure by deploying next-generation networking and collaboration solutions.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Simplified Cloud Data Management to Ensure Security and Compliance

Healthcare provider simplifies cloud data management to ensure consistent security and regulatory compliance.

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Success Story · Compliance

Transforming Risk Management and Compliance with OneTrust

Organization transforms risk management and regulatory compliance processes using OneTrust software platforms.

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Success Story · Technology

Empowering a Leading Cloud Security Provider with BlueAlly’s Expertise in SOC 2 Compliance

Cloud security provider achieves SOC 2 compliance through expert guidance and consulting services.

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Success Story · Financial Services

Application Development to Unlock New Financial Markets

Financial institution unlocks access to new markets through modern application development and software engineering.

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Success Story · Technology

Cloud Migration to Accelerate Lifesaving Research

Research organization accelerates lifesaving work by migrating critical applications to the cloud.

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Success Story · Distribution

Infrastructure Modernization to Streamline Global Operations

Distribution company modernizes data center infrastructure to streamline global operations and improve efficiency.

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Success Story · Financial Services

Treasury Management System, Intranet Workflow Application

Financial organization develops internal intranet workflow applications to optimize treasury management systems.

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Success Story · Manufacturing

Enhancing Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness in Web Portal Management

Manufacturing company enhances efficiency by modernizing and managing its enterprise web portal systems.

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Success Story · Manufacturing

Morgan, Sales Internet

Manufacturing firm implements a digital sales portal to improve commercial engagement and connectivity.

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Success Story · Education

Morehouse College Migrates to Office 365

College improves collaboration by migrating educational systems to the cloud-based Office 365 platform.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Health Care Services, Custom .NET Development

Healthcare service provider utilizes custom .NET development to improve data center and application support.

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Success Story · Cloud

Email Migration Services, Georgia Perimeter College

Educational institution migrates email systems to the cloud, improving DevOps and communication capabilities.

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Success Story · Education

Collaboration for Higher Education

Higher education institution enhances faculty and student interaction through improved collaboration systems.

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Success Story · Financial Services

Vendor & Infrastructure Diversity Reduces Risk and Improves Security

Financial firm reduces operational risk by diversifying its vendor and data center infrastructure.

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Success Story · Education

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Science and medicine organization optimizes collaboration and data center resources to support research goals.

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Success Story · Data Center

TELE-POST Greenland

Telecommunications provider optimizes its data center infrastructure to support regional operations in Greenland.

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Success Story · Application Development & Modernization

Poor Work-From-Home Application Performance Drives Digital Experience (DX) Monitoring

Organization improves remote work efficiency by deploying digital experience monitoring for application performance.

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Success Story · Healthcare

Leading Healthcare Provider in the Mid-Atlantic

Healthcare provider improves data center and networking performance to support clinical service delivery.

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Success Story · Networking

Digital Experience (DX) Monitoring: Solving for Intermittent Performance

Organization resolves intermittent network performance issues through advanced digital experience monitoring solutions.

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White Paper · K-12 Education

The Essential Guide to E-Rate Funding: Maximizing Your Technology Budget

Navigate eligibility, compliance requirements, strategic vendor selection, and reimbursement while maximizing available E-Rate funding.

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White Paper · Cybersecurity & Compliance

Compliance as a Business Imperative

Explore four strategic activities to streamline compliance, safeguard revenue, accelerate sales cycles, and reach high-value markets.

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White Paper · HPE Juniper Networking

Tap into the Power of AI-Native Networking

Discover how BlueAlly and Mist AI from HPE Juniper Networking enhance visibility, reduce complexity, automate troubleshooting, and elevate network experiences.

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Solution Brief · Federal

Federal AI Capability Solution Brief

Mission-ready, private on-prem AI architectures for federal environments.

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Solution Brief · Federal

Federal Network Automation Solution Brief

Operationalize secure, governed network automation from day one.

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Solution Brief · Federal

GovTech Checklist

Practical steps for building more connected communities.

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Solution Brief · Federal

Mission Transport Architecture Workshop

A structured path to align black core and mission transport modernization.

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White paper

The Essential Guide to E-Rate Funding: Maximizing Your Technology Budget

Complete the form to access expert guidance for navigating E-Rate eligibility, compliance, vendor selection, and reimbursement.

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Next Generation Black Core

Complete the form to learn how SD-WAN and SRv6 combine into one programmable federal WAN.

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Compliance as a Business Imperative

Complete the form to access four practical strategies for streamlining compliance and supporting sustainable growth.

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Tap into the Power of AI-Native Networking

Complete the form to explore how Mist AI from HPE Juniper Networking can improve visibility, operations, troubleshooting, and network experiences.

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