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IDC spotlight: Embedding SASE in NaaS Models

As hybrid work, multicloud environments, and cyber threats become the norm, converging SASE with Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) is now a strategic imperative. This IDC spotlight guide explores how enterprises across Asia Pacific are embedding SASE into their NaaS frameworks to simplify complexity, strengthen security, and stay future-ready.

Categories: Cyber security, Cloud networking, Network orchestration, Connectivity

05 Aug 2025

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  • Why integrating SASE into NaaS is a strategic priority for modern enterprises
  • Key adoption trends across Asia Pacific, based on IDC research.
  • The impact of multicloud and hybrid work on network complexity
  • What to consider when evaluating a NaaS solution with embedded security
  • How convergence enhances both agility and cyber security posture
  • Solutions for architecting the future-ready, agile enterprise.

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