HNOPS01-BP01 Have a team responsible for operating the hybrid networking environment
Desired outcome: Create a specialized group that handles the complexities of hybrid network architectures. This team effectively designs, implements, and manages network infrastructure that spans both on-premises and cloud environments, while maintaining consistent operations and standardized practices.
Benefits of establishing this best practice:
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Enhances network reliability and performance through team expertise
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Focused approach leads to:
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Faster incident response times
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Reduced downtime
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Efficient resource utilization
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Level of risk exposed if this best practice is not established: High
Implementation guidance
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The core networking team should include specialists for both cloud and on-premises networking, with well-defined escalation paths and on-call rotations.
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Skills and training are crucial components, requiring investment in networking related certifications and maintaining expertise in on-premises networking technologies.
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The team should develop strong capabilities in automation and infrastructure as code, while staying current with the latest hybrid networking best practices.
