Network Management Megatrends 2026

Automation, Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Networks, and AI Transformation

Enterprise Management Associates’ (EMA) 2026 edition of “Network Management Megatrends” has been released with a focus on Automation, Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Networks, and AI Transformation. Published on a biennial basis since 2008, the “Network Management Megatrends” report is the authoritative standard in enterprise network operations practices.

The report is based on a survey of over 350 IT professionals, and one-on-one interviews with senior networking experts in Global 2000 companies across North America and Europe. The valuable insights and trends throughout the report will help CIOs, CTOs, VPs, directors, and managers in networking and information technology optimize operations and plan future technology transformations.

In this complimentary research report, readers will learn about:

  • Four megatrends shaping network engineer staffing, automation, hybrid and multi-cloud challenges, and preparing network observability for AI transformation
  • Network operations strategies, struggles, outcomes and successes
  • Key metrics and benchmarks to improve network performance and operations
  • Network operations toolsets and requirements

Download the free report for actionable insights you can use to tackle your toughest network operations challenges and plan for the future of AI

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