Strategic pathways for multi-cloud NaaS: exploring build versus buy approaches
Traditional communications service providers (CSPs) are struggling to gain a foothold in the multi-cloud networking (MCN) market with their existing enterprise connectivity services and networks. To be competitive in this market, CSPs must define a suitable multi-cloud NaaS platform strategy. The choice between adopting a build, buy or hybrid approach to acquiring MCN capabilities is critical, time-sensitive and dependent on individual operator aims.
Information included in this report
- An overview of the challenges that CSPs face when defining an MCN NaaS platform strategy
- Solutions and recommendations for CSPs to help overcome these challenges
- A breakdown of the benefits and challenges of adopting a build, buy or hybrid approach
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Ameer Gaili
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