Techevolution transitions to an open SONiC-based network with Aviz

Techevolution, a Managed IT Services Provider, upgraded its network infrastructure to enhance performance and reduce costs by transitioning from Pica8 to an open, Community SONiC-based fabric, managed through Aviz ONES. This change addresses the challenges posed by multi-tenant environments.

Product Update

The shift to a Community SONiC-based architecture has afforded Techevolution improved cost efficiency. This upgrade has resulted in significant savings compared to proprietary solutions while allowing for enhanced operational flexibility.

Technology Strategy

With the implementation of SONiC and Aviz ONES, Techevolution modernized its network systems using Edge-Core hardware. The migration facilitates a robust operating environment conducive to advancements in routing protocols.

Security & Compliance

The network design, featuring protocols like EVPN-VXLAN and Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), introduces a resilient infrastructure aimed at supporting Artificial Intelligence (AI) workloads with dependable performance metrics appropriate for sensitive applications.

Customer Use Case

Seth Chouinard, Senior Network Engineer at Techevolution, expressed, “Moving to Aviz and SONiC will streamline our operations and significantly reduce our costs. This transition sets a new standard for efficiency and scalability within our network infrastructure.”

Conclusion

The transition made by Techevolution illustrates the role of open networking in delivering cost-effective, scalable infrastructure adaptable for diverse organizational requirements. This summary encapsulates key points from the original blog post regarding the benefits of embracing Community SONiC and Aviz ONES.