Originally published in Information Week on March 10, 2026.
Many advanced enterprises that have adopted technologies such as cloud computing and artificial intelligence still depend on manual processes to manage and maintain their network infrastructure. This reliance on manual methods makes the job of NetOps teams increasingly challenging due to the complexity and scale of their operations. Ironically, this is exactly where the value of network automation becomes evident. It reduces human error, enhances security, increases productivity, and saves costs.
Read the complete article to learn how automation serves as the driving force behind agentic NetOps, shifting network management from a reactive human process to a proactive, intelligent, and autonomous function.
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