Vodafone Idea Limited’s (Vi) enterprise arm, Vi Business, has announced a strategic partnership with Cisco using Meraki to enhance its Hybrid software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) portfolio. As enterprises accelerate cloud adoption and distributed operations, networks are becoming critical infrastructure for the artificial intelligence (AI) era, driving demand for secure, scalable and intelligent networking. According to industry estimates, India’s SD-WAN market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 20.5 per cent to $14.6 billion by 2031. Strengthening its position in this rapidly expanding landscape, Vi Business, the enterprise arm of leading telecom operator Vi, today announced a strategic partnership with Cisco.
Launched in 2023 by Vi Business , the Hybrid SD-WAN solution helps enterprises modernise their WAN infrastructure bringing together SD-WAN, security and multi-cloud integration delivered through end-to-end managed services with diverse connectivity options across leased lines, broadband , and cellular networks.
The Vi Business Hybrid SD-WAN solution is powered by Cisco Meraki. Meraki’s single dashboard makes it easy for customers to manage their SD-WAN using application and performance aware routing, and security along with built in Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity.
Backed by Vi Business’ nationwide connectivity, enterprises benefit from a fully managed Hybrid SD-WAN service with a single point of contact, proactive monitoring, lifecycle management and a unified service experience. Delivered through a service-based model, the solution eliminates upfront capital investments while enabling businesses to scale as their networking needs evolve.
Commenting on the partnership, chief enterprise business officer, Vi, said, “Enterprises today require secure, agile networking solutions that map directly to their evolving strategic goals. By integrating advanced cloud-managed SD-WAN, wired and wireless networking and built-in security we enable enterprises to centrally manage distributed networks while radically simplifying operations. Combined with our nationwide connectivity, cloud-managed networking capabilities, fully managed services, and end-to-end support, our collaboration with Cisco ensures our clients build resilient, scalable, and future-ready networks. ”
Meanwhile, managing director, partner organisation, Cisco India and South Asia , said, “As we navigate an AI-first world, the modern enterprise network must be intelligent, secure and built for constant change. Together with Vi Business, we are helping enterprises modernise their networks with a managed Hybrid SD-WAN solution that enables greater agility, scalability and operational efficiency while accelerating digital transformation.”