IT networking sparks a visceral reaction of disdain, with many leaders hoping to ignore it or hide from its painful complexity. But this must change. It is the bedrock behind modern digital business initiatives like cloud, IoT, and smart everything (e.g., stores, buildings, campuses, patients). Companies like Best Buy, Caesars Entertainment, Marriott, and SKF are using IT networking to improve customer experience and capture more revenue. The concept requires shifting the conversation from IT plumbing to financial performance, customer satisfaction, and overall business growth. This report helps you quickly get up to speed about the latest developments affecting networking infrastructure.