As enterprise networks become more distributed, cloud-centric, and performance-critical, traditional network ownership models are being re-evaluated.
Enter Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) — a consumption-based model that delivers networking infrastructure and services as a subscription. When paired with HPE Aruba EdgeConnect, NaaS offers a compelling blend of technical agility and financial efficiency.
What Is Network-as-a-Service (NaaS)?
Network-as-a-Service represents a strategic modernization of networking that aligns with both the financial goals of the CFO and the agility needs of the CIO. It turns networking into a utility — one that can be scaled up or down and paid for as it’s used — rather than a fixed capital asset.
For financial decision-makers, this means greater cost control, increased budgeting flexibility, and often a lower total cost of ownership over time. For the business as a whole, it means a more responsive, resilient network that keeps pace with innovation and growth.
These combined financial and strategic benefits explain why many organizations are now favoring NaaS over traditional network ownership models, leveraging it as a key enabler in their digital transformation journeys.
Financial & Strategic Value for Decision-Makers
NaaS shifts networking from a capital expense (CapEx) to an operational expense (OpEx), aligning with modern IT budgeting strategies:
- Predictable Costs: Subscription pricing eliminates large upfront investments and simplifies forecasting.
- Faster ROI: Accelerated deployment and reduced IT overhead deliver quicker time-to-value.
- Reduced Risk: Lifecycle management, support, and upgrades are handled by the provider, minimizing downtime and resource strain.
- Agility: Scale services up or down based on business needs without renegotiating contracts or provisioning new hardware.
- Alignment with Digital Transformation: NaaS supports cloud-first strategies, remote work, and rapid innovation cycles.
According to IDC, 71% of IT leaders report greater agility with NaaS, and four times as many prefer predictable subscription pricing over usage-based billing.
Below is a summary of why many businesses are adopting NaaS as the preferred model for modern networking.
Why HPE Aruba EdgeConnect Is the Ideal NaaS Platform
Unlike competitors that retrofit legacy hardware into NaaS offerings, HPE Aruba EdgeConnect was designed for cloud-first networking from the start.
Key differentiators include:
- Purpose-built SD-WAN architecture
- Deep integration with HPE GreenLake for seamless NaaS delivery
- Proven performance, recognized as a Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader for seven consecutive years
- Flexible deployment options — on-premises, cloud-managed, or hybrid
Ready to Explore NaaS for Your Network?
Whether you’re looking to reduce costs, simplify operations, or accelerate cloud adoption, Advizex can help you evaluate and deploy HPE Aruba EdgeConnect through a NaaS model tailored to your business needs.
Schedule a complimentary workshop with our SD-WAN and NaaS experts to build your roadmap for success.
Want to keep learning?
Read our Technical Newsletter: Network-as-a-Service — Making the Financial Transition Work
Go Back to Part 2: HPE Aruba EdgeConnect — A Technical Deep Dive into SD-WAN Leadership
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