Talari Networks, the trusted SD-WAN technology innovator, announced that Marco has attained Gold partner status in the Talari SMART Partner Program, significantly expanding its portfolio and capabilities to comprehensively cover the high-growth market opportunity in software-defined networking that is rapidly shifting to the last-mile edge.

Enterprises and organizations with multiple remote locations are looking to alter their WAN architectures in support of new digital business initiatives and adoption of public cloud services, which are forecasted to grow 86 percent between 2014 and 2018, according to Gartner. Network administrators are duly questioning the price, performance and flexibility of traditional WANs, which are exacerbated by the proliferation of public cloud applications requiring optimal WAN-path selection.

"Marco utilizes Talari to implement intelligent software-defined networks by combining their industry leading SD-WAN solutions and our service provider infrastructure, which provides clients the security, performance and redundancy they have been demanding for years. We chose an industry veteran with a proven track record that provides flexible support, consumption and deployment methodologies to satisfy a wide range of client networking demands," said Matt Kanaskie, Product Manager at Marco.

A Talari Networks SD-WAN solution from Marco delivers a comprehensive offering that supports a variety of network services in physical, virtual and cloud locations, and can be acquired through perpetual licensing, monthly subscription rates or as-a-service.

"Talari is thrilled to collaborate with Marco in delivering innovative SD-WAN solutions to Marco customers," said George Just, vice president of sales, Talari. "As enterprises continue to adopt SD-WAN solutions, we're confident that our partnership with Marco will drive growth for both companies, while ensuring customer success for the IT organizations we serve."

The Talari SMART Partner Program is designed to empower participating partners, such as Marco, with the resources and support they need to realize sizable revenue opportunities selling Talari solutions. As a Gold Partner - the highest level in the program - Marco has met all requirements and demonstrated proficiency in technical training, new customer sales and business planning, which includes Talari Networks SD-WAN solutions.