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SD-WAN

Secure, Always-On Connectivity for Multi-Site Businesses

Cut Outages

We intelligently route traffic across NBN, 5G and Starlink-ready links so your network stays online when one connection fails

Keep Business Apps Stable

Application-aware routing keeps Microsoft 365, Teams, ERPs and POS systems fast and reliable, even during peak usage

Enforce Security

Consistent security, segmentation and access policies are enforced at every site automatically to protect data and reduce risk

Rollout New Sites Fast

Standard templates and central control let you deploy new locations in days with consistent configuration and minimal effort

Secure Connectivity

Fortinet-Powered Managed SD-WAN

Modern businesses operate across cloud platforms, distributed teams and performance critical applications that demand consistent connectivity and security across every location. Traditional WAN and MPLS architectures were not designed for this reality, creating bottlenecks, fragility and rising costs as networks scale. SD WAN provides a more efficient, software defined approach by intelligently managing traffic across multiple connections, optimising application performance in real time and enforcing security consistently at the network edge.

SD-WAN allows businesses to:

Use multiple links at every site (NBN, fibre, 5G, Starlink)
Continuously choose the best path for each application
Apply the same security policy everywhere, automatically
Manage it centrally, so adding sites does not create chaos

At Inlight IT, we partner with Fortinet to deliver market leading SD WAN solutions trusted by enterprises and critical industries worldwide. Fortinet combines intelligent traffic routing and enterprise grade security in a single platform, allowing your business to achieve better performance, stronger protection and higher resilience without adding operational complexity.

For our clients, this means a network that adapts to real world conditions, keeps applications running smoothly and applies consistent security across every site as the business grows.

Inlight IT Managed Secure SD-WAN (Fortinet-powered)

Designed for Outcomes, Not Just Connectivity

We design and operate SD-WAN environments that deliver four outcomes modern businesses actually care about:

Uptime that holds under pressure

Resilience is engineered through active-active multi-link designs, real-time path monitoring and intelligent failover, allowing traffic to move seamlessly when links degrade, congest or fail

Performance where users feel it

Application-aware routing continuously prioritises business-critical platforms like Microsoft 365, ERPs and voice services, maintaining performance even as network conditions change

Security & governance at the edge

Security controls are enforced at every site through integrated firewalling, segmentation and central policy governance, providing consistent protection and visibility across permanent, temporary and remote locations

Speed without complexity

Sites, changes and expansions are deployed through standardised templates and centralised control, enabling rapid rollout and scale without fragile local configuration or operational sprawl

Real-World Applications

Selected SD-WAN Projects Delivered by Inlight IT

JQZ Construction Sites

Inlight IT has delivered Fortinet-powered SD-WAN connectivity across multiple JQZ construction site offices. These sites are temporary, move frequently, and often operate with limited or unreliable fixed connectivity. Connectivity is typically treated as an afterthought until cloud access, drawings, VoIP, and collaboration tools become critical to day-to-day operations.

Our approach for site connectivity:

Rapid deployment using 5G wireless and Starlink where needed
SD-WAN to bond and steer across links for stability
Corporate security policy extended to the edge so the site is governed like head office
Visibility into link quality and application performance so issues are fixed before teams feel them

Outcome: Site teams get reliable access to cloud apps, VoIP, drawings, and document management. Head office keeps security, data governance, and control

Beijer Retail and POS

Inlight IT has deployed and now operates a high-availability Fortinet SD-WAN environment across Beijer retail and POS sites. These locations rely on always-on connectivity to process transactions and support daily operations. Even short outages can result in lost sales and customer disruption.

Our high-availability SD-WAN model for retail:

Dual (or more) diverse links per site (NBN + 5G)
Automatic failover with application-level rules for POS and critical systems
Centralised management and consistent security posture across stores and offices
Ongoing monitoring and proactive tuning

Outcome: 120+ sites deployed with strong stability and a clean operational model for support and reporting

PPK Mining Operations

Inlight IT has delivered SD-WAN connectivity for PPK mining operations located in extremely remote areas, often with no access to fixed-line infrastructure and very limited connectivity options. These sites are effectively in the middle of nowhere, yet still require reliable access to operational systems, communications, and reporting.

What we delivered:

Fast deployment using Starlink in locations with no traditional connectivity
SD-WAN bonding and intelligent path selection across satellite and wireless links
Application-aware traffic steering prioritising operational systems, reporting, and voice
Centralised security policies applied across remote sites and head office

Outcome: All PPK sites achieved fast, reliable connectivity despite extreme remoteness and limited infrastructure. Operations remain connected and productive, while head office maintains full visibility, security, and control.

Features

What's Included in Our Managed SD-WAN Service?

Everything you need to deploy, secure and operate a high performance SD WAN, delivered as a fully managed service

Network Design and Rollout Plan

Per site SD WAN architectures are designed for office, retail and site office environments, covering underlay connectivity, overlay routing, failover logic, cutover planning and validation testing

Fortinet Configuration Templates

Standardised FortiGate SD WAN configuration templates are used to enforce consistent routing, security policy, application identification, SLA thresholds and traffic steering across all deployments

Multi-link Design

Active active multi link designs combine NBN or fibre with 5G, with Starlink ready options, using real time path health monitoring to intelligently steer traffic and maintain uptime

Security Hardening & Segmentation

Security is enforced at the edge through firewall policy, IPS, encrypted overlays and network segmentation, with central governance applied consistently across all sites

Centralised Management

The entire SD WAN fabric is centrally managed and monitored with visibility into link health, latency, jitter, packet loss and application level performance

Ongoing Specialist Support

Your SD WAN is supported by senior network engineers who understand your environment, providing proactive monitoring, rapid fault resolution and continuous optimisation

Why Our Clients Choose Inlight IT

We design, operate and support enterprise grade networks with the depth, discipline and accountability modern businesses actually need

Network Specialists at Your Fingertips

Unlike traditional Telcos where you often navigate support queues and tickets, Inlight IT gives you direct access to experienced network engineers who know your environment and can resolve issues faster

No long ticket cycles or tiered response layers

Support staff who understand SD-WAN architectures

Reduced downtime and accelerated problem resolution

Security-First SD-WAN Architecture

While many Telcos focus mainly on connectivity delivery, Inlight IT SD-WAN services are engineered with security deeply integrated, not bolted on as an afterthought

Centralised security policy control across all sites

Encrypted overlays and segmentation for secure data flows

Native alignment with Zero Trust principles and integration with best-in-class enterprise security stacks

Proactive Performance Monitoring

We continuously measure and optimise application performance, path quality and user experience across the SD WAN fabric

Continuous monitoring of link health, latency, jitter, packet loss and application level performance

Proactive detection of congestion before users experience service impact

Telco agnostic designs spanning NBN, MPLS, broadband and 5G, allowing intelligent traffic steering

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What is Secure SD-WAN?

Secure SD-WAN combines application-aware traffic routing with enterprise-grade security at every site. It continuously selects the best network path for each application while enforcing consistent firewall, segmentation, and security policies across all locations.For businesses with multiple sites or cloud-first systems, Secure SD-WAN improves performance, increases uptime, and reduces operational complexity compared to traditional WAN designs.

Can SD-WAN replace MPLS?

In many cases, yes. SD-WAN can replace or significantly reduce reliance on MPLS by using business-grade internet links combined with 4G or 5G for resilience. This approach often delivers better performance and higher availability at a lower cost. Rather than depending on a single expensive circuit, SD-WAN intelligently steers traffic across multiple links and automatically fails over when issues occur. The result is a more flexible, scalable, and cost-effective network.

How is my current network costing me more than I realise?

Legacy WAN architectures often create hidden costs that build up over time, especially for multi-site and cloud-based organisations. Common symptoms include slow or unpredictable Microsoft 365 performance, dropped Teams calls, sluggish file access, and frequent complaints about internet reliability. Many businesses are also paying premium MPLS pricing while receiving average performance. Add to this inconsistent security, complex branch setups, and constant reactive IT support, and the real cost becomes lost productivity, frustrated users, and operational drag.

How does SD-WAN improve retail POS uptime?

SD-WAN improves retail POS uptime by using multiple connectivity links at each site, such as NBN combined with 5G, and continuously steering POS traffic over the best available path. If a link degrades or fails, traffic automatically fails over without manual intervention. Application-level rules ensure POS and payment systems are prioritised, reducing outages, transaction delays, and customer disruption.

Why Fortinet for SD-WAN?

Fortinet integrates SD-WAN and enterprise security into a single, unified platform. This removes the need for separate firewall appliances and fragmented security stacks while delivering high performance and consistent protection across all sites. The result is lower operational overhead, reduced total cost of ownership, and a scalable security foundation trusted globally across critical industries. This is the difference between simply connecting sites and operating a secure, high-performance network built to scale.

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