Cathay Pacific Airways Unified SASE Deployment Case Study

This case study details the deployment of Aryaka's Unified SASE as a Service by Cathay Pacific Airways, a leading airline. The document outlines the challenges faced by Cathay, including high WAN costs, performance issues with critical applications like Amadeus and CHAMP, and the complexity of managing a decentralized security stack. The deployment aimed to simplify the global WAN into a unified, cloud-native fabric while enhancing security through Zero Trust Network Access. The timeline for the deployment spanned from February 2024 to May 2025, with key outcomes including increased connectivity speed, improved application performance, and substantial cost savings. The case study also discusses the technical benefits achieved, such as reduced latency, improved user experience, and scalability for new remote offices. Additionally, it highlights the operational agility gained through zero-touch provisioning and a unified management dashboard, ultimately supporting Cathay's growth and network demands.