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To conclude, in the ever-evolving landscape of network architecture and security, both Zero Trust and
SD-WAN have emerged as practical approaches. While SD-WAN excels in optimizing network
performance and reducing costs, Zero Trust focuses on securing access to resources. I believe that these
two concepts are not mutually exclusive; instead, they can complement each other to create a more
robust and secure network infrastructure.

The collaboration between Zero Trust and SD-WAN allows organizations to achieve enhanced network
performance and security. It is crucial for organizations to understand their specific requirements and
align their network strategy accordingly, leveraging both Zero Trust and SD-WAN to create a
comprehensive and future-proof networking solution.

About the Author

Jaye Tillson, Director of Strategy, Axis Security. Jaye is a technology leader
with a proven track record in delivering global strategic and enterprise wide
programmes totalling over $1billion. He provides technical advisory to global
mergers and acquisitions across multiple countries and cultures, large scale
global transformation programs, enterprise-wide cyber security governance,
digital strategic planning, and the creation of operational efficiencies.

He has spent over 20+ years understanding the challenges of defining and
implementing enterprise strategies and translating these into the design and
deployment of enterprise-wide platforms and infrastructures. His expertise includes the globalisation of
IT platforms to create cost and resource efficiencies, resilience, and improved information flow to support
executive decision making.

Jaye has led multiple large strategic technology programmes and is a critical asset for the success of
organisations undergoing global transformation. He has built and trained several globally reaching teams,
capable of successful execution of strategic plans. He is currently responsible for the budget, costing,
fiscal planning, cost reduction and global people management at a large technology manufacturing
organisation.

He is recognised as a mentor and coach in his area of expertise and observes industry and market trends
to ensure his technology recommendations fit the business strategy. He is a senior technical lead, is seen
as the go-to person within the business for all technical questions and is seen as a role model in the
organisation.

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