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Make smarter network strategy decisions with the Gartner® 2026 Strategic Roadmap

How will AI, Agentic NetOps, and zero-trust architectures reshape enterprise networking?


 

From on-premises AI workloads to cloud-centric and secure SASE deployments, enterprise networking is evolving faster than ever. But not every emerging trend delivers real business value.






Download the Gartner® 2026 Strategic Roadmap for Enterprise Networking to learn our key takeaways:


    • Understand the next wave of network transformation: Learn how AI agents, zero-trust, and cloud-centric architectures are changing network operations.



    • Prioritize investments that deliver results: Focus on technologies that improve performance, security, and adaptability not just hype.



    • Plan for AI-driven operations: Identify where on-premises AI workloads are needed, and how to integrate them with existing infrastructure.



    • Empower your network teams: Learn how cross-functional training can prepare your staff to manage AI, Agentic NetOps, and next-gen network requirements.

Gartner, 2026 Strategic Roadmap for Enterprise Networking,By Karen Brown, Andrew Lerner, 17 October 2025. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in its research publications and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner’s research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. This graphic was published by Gartner, Inc. as part of a larger research document and should be evaluated in the context of the entire document. The Gartner document is available upon request from Open Systems. GARTNER is a registered trademark and service mark of Gartner and Hype Cycle is a registered trademark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and internationally and are used herein with permission. All rights reserved. Also, make the same changes across all the banners.



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