Points West Community Bank SD-WAN Deployment Case Study

This case study details the deployment of SD-WAN technology at Points West Community Bank, which operates 17 locations across Nebraska, Wyoming, and Colorado. The bank faced significant challenges with its previous MPLS network, including high costs, limited bandwidth, and reliability issues. The decision to migrate to SD-WAN was driven by the need for improved performance and cost efficiency. The evaluation process for SD-WAN options led to the selection of Ecessa, which provided a phased deployment plan that ensured minimal disruption. The implementation involved transitioning from MPLS to dual gigabit circuits at key sites and enhancing branch connections to 100 Mbps. The results included a substantial increase in bandwidth, improved reliability, and the ability to support future applications. The deployment not only met the bank's immediate needs but also positioned it for future growth in internet-based services, demonstrating the effectiveness of the SD-WAN solution in a banking environment.