Network Admin at a tech consulting company with 51-200 employees
The product is missing a graphic report implementation tool but performance, scalability and customization are valuable
What is most valuable?
Performance, cost effective, scalable, customizable
How has it helped my organization?
After switching from Cisco, Juniper, Astaro and Microsoft network response improved and more control of packet (for me, pfpacket technology is better than packet filter.)
What needs improvement?
Graphic report implementation tool (now possible with extra software)
For how long have I used the solution?
5+ years.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
No, perfect scalability from 20 to 500 users
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Cisco, Microsoft and when TMG progressively died it was necessary to switch to unix technology, many corporations require low budget and high performance.
How was the initial setup?
The initial approach is very complex because of the multiple functions, but after a short learning curve it is able to handle the standard functions.
What about the implementation team?
In my case, I buy network appliance from Lanner Inc. ltd (watchguard supplier) and deploy the image depending on the desired size and functionality required by the customer.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Identify the most suitable hardware for the required size.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Yes, Astaro and PaloAlto plus Juniper, but the renewal planes (AV, UTM, etc.) are very expensive.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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