HN791: Should You Build or Buy Your Automation Platform?
Network automation adoption involves deciding between building a solution with open source tools and custom coding or purchasing a vendor platform, each with its own tradeoffs.
MAIN POINTS
- Network automation can be built using open source tools and coding.
- Purchasing a vendor platform is an alternative to building a custom solution.
- Both approaches have distinct tradeoffs to consider.
- Lee Harper discusses these options on the Heavy Networking podcast.
TAKEAWAYS
- Evaluate the pros and cons of building versus buying an automation solution.
- Consider the level of customization and flexibility needed for your network.
- Assess the long-term maintenance and support requirements for each option.
- Understand the initial investment and ongoing costs associated with both approaches.