US Enterprise Network Survey on SD-WAN and SASE Adoption

This report presents findings from a survey conducted by Frost & Sullivan regarding the adoption of SD-WAN and SASE technologies among US businesses in 2023. The objective of the research was to understand the perceptions, decisions, and purchasing behaviors of network decision-makers across various business sizes, including small, mid-size, and large enterprises. The survey revealed that SD-WAN adoption has increased from 15% in 2021 to 20% in 2023, indicating a growing trend among businesses to enhance their network infrastructure. The report details the preferences for fully managed versus co-managed SD-WAN solutions, with mid-size and large businesses favoring fully managed models. Additionally, the findings highlight the early-stage adoption of SASE, particularly among small businesses, and the role of managed service providers as preferred partners for implementation. The report also discusses the importance of digital transformation and the technologies that businesses prioritize to achieve their goals.