Hewlett Packard Enterprise is integrating its EdgeConnect software-defined wide area network and secure access service edge platform into its Mist and Aruba Central systems to provide a unified management framework for enterprise IT environments, with further coverage provided by CRN.
The integration allows the company to extend its self-driving networking strategy beyond traditional wired and wireless infrastructure. By incorporating the Marvis AI engine across the entire stack, the company aims to provide end-to-end visibility and automated troubleshooting for on-premises and cloud deployments.
The initiative utilizes a common AI foundation to enable features such as application-aware routing, WAN optimization, and integrated security. According to the company, this approach allows networks to detect issues, identify root causes, and validate fixes without human intervention. Industry observers note that this consolidation simplifies operations for partners and customers, potentially providing a competitive advantage in the networking market.
The company describes the strategy as having one brain, referring to the Marvis AI, operating across two bodies, the Mist and Aruba Central platforms. Integration with Mist is scheduled for release by the end of 2026, while the Aruba Central integration is expected in the first half of 2027. This move represents a significant step in the company's effort to differentiate its portfolio through advanced automation and AI-driven operations.
Source: CRN
