Unlocking Network Automation Solutions for Cyber Resilience

This solution brief outlines ten key questions to consider when evaluating network automation solutions for cyber resilience. It emphasizes the importance of vendor-agnostic solutions that support a variety of devices and automation types without relying on scripting. The brief details the necessity of verification steps to confirm successful automation and the process for customizing automations. It also discusses the significance of customer support in developing new automations and the capability for automated OS updates. Furthermore, it highlights the need for a clear licensing model and compatibility with multi-cloud environments and third-party integrations. The document concludes by stressing the importance of compliance with industry security standards to protect data integrity and reduce business risks, while also advocating for centralized device management and real-time inventory reporting.