2018 #SmallWorld trends in #Networks

"#SD_WAN, #data_driven networking, #intent_based networking, and network #automation are highly related, and we'll see new products that integrate each of the technologies into new, powerful solutions. High cost will be a factor for some of the systems, potentially making them more useful to larger organizations. But over time we should begin to see lower-cost products enter the market, broadening their appeal."

http://www.nojitter.com/post/240173188/four-interesting-network-trends-of-2017