HNPERF01-BP01 Determine and define your performance requirements using bandwidth, latency and jitter values.
Before you design the best performing architecture, define what performance means for you and the parameters involved. Typically, performance metrics are based around bandwidth (rate of data transfer), latency (round trip time for a network packet to travel form source to destination), and jitter (variation in latency). Start by estimating the bandwidth and latency requirements of your hybrid networking applications. Match these estimates with the options available from cloud providers such as dedicated connection vs internet-based connection to determine which technology you should choose, and the appropriate configuration.
Desired outcome:
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Establish clear, quantifiable performance requirements that guide the selection of hybrid networking services.
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Provide seamless user experiences and efficient data transfer between on-premises and cloud environments.
Level of risk exposed if this best practice is not established: High
Benefits of establishing this best practice:
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Make informed decisions about networking technology selection and ensure appropriate resource allocation.
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Improve application performance, enhanced user experience, and more efficient use of networking resources.
Implementation guidance
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Consider leverage existing monitoring systems to gather detailed performance data and engage stakeholders to define performance expectations.
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Consider both average and peak performance needs
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Document specific bandwidth, latency, and jitter requirements for each workload and map these requirements to available cloud networking options.
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