The edge has become a critical part of the network, but that has given rise to an important new question: Where does the network core end and the edge begin? Not too long ago, the answer would have been obvious: The core is in the data center, and the edge is everything else. But today, it’s not so simple. The edge is everywhere.

Key take-aways:

• The edge is where the data and the action are.
• Understanding and managing it is a challenge.
• Why does the edge matter? Because it is close to where data is produced and consumed. The edge improves performance and lowers cost.
• Automation is needed to provide oversight on a global scale.