Can a Second Network Vendor Save You Money?

Conventional wisdom suggests that a single network vendor in your data center is best. However, a recent study by Gartner Research would disagree. In fact, this white paper from Gartner Research provides several compelling reasons as to how adding a second network vendor saves money and helps solidify operations.

With the shifting landscapes in enterprise networking, many data center operators are now considering a second vendor for their infrastructure. Gartner Research believes this is a positive trend. A second network infrastructure vendor, either as a direct alternative or, more commonly, as a provider for an alternative data center, provides three primary benefits:

Timing is everything, and right now, many network suppliers are eager to be considered as an alternative vendor. For example, Juniper Networks is currently offering discounts up to 60% to customers who will consider adding them as an alternative supplier. This white paper from Gartner offers many insights into the benefits and strategies for leveraging a two-tier vendor strategy. Click here to download this free white paper.