Oscar Ledesma, Global Network Architect at BBVA Argentina, shares how the bank transformed its network infrastructure starting in 2017. The journey began with adopting Cisco ACI for data center SDN automation, making BBVA the first private bank in Argentina to run data centers entirely on SDN. They then extended automation to branch and campus networks using Cisco SD-Access, enabling micro-segmentation and dynamic security policies that follow users across sites. The next phase involves integrating Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN with SD-Access in a multi-domain architecture to deliver consistent, secure experiences across all branch locations.
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Oscar, thanks for joining us. Let’s start at the beginning. Back in 2017, what was the vision for BBVA, and why was change necessary?Interesting. So why automation first? How did you start making that vision real?How did you go about that?That’s quite a breakthrough! Where did you take it from there?Sounds like SD-Access was a natural fit. How did you end up deciding on it, given your wide-ranging needs?That’s fantastic to hear. So what’s next for BBVA Argentina’s network modernization journey, particularly as you look beyond the campus?60 Impressions