QOS Networks provides managed SD-WAN and edge networking solutions for distributed enterprises, delivering superior visibility and control through an automated, service-driven platform.
QOS Networks provides managed SD-WAN and edge networking solutions for distributed enterprises, delivering superior visibility and control through an automated, service-driven platform.
QOS Networks is a leading managed services provider (MSP) specializing in SD-WAN, SASE, and edge networking solutions. Based in Irvine, California, and now operating as a division of Zayo Group, the company serves large-scale, distributed enterprises across sectors such as retail, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing. QOS Networks was founded to address the complexities of legacy wide-area networking by leveraging software-defined technologies to provide greater flexibility and cost-efficiency.
The company’s core offering centers on the design, deployment, and 24/7 management of global wide-area networks. They act as a strategic partner for organizations transitioning away from rigid MPLS architectures toward more dynamic, cloud-ready infrastructures. Their portfolio includes managed SD-WAN, managed security services (SASE), cloud on-ramp solutions, and comprehensive edge visibility tools.
Over the past decade, QOS Networks has established a significant market presence by successfully executing some of the largest SD-WAN deployments in the world. Their focus is not merely on connectivity, but on the intelligent orchestration of data across the network edge. By combining top-tier hardware partnerships with their own specialized management software and Network Operations Centers (NOCs), QOS Networks delivers a turnkey solution for enterprises that require high performance and high availability for their mission-critical applications.
Company Differentiation
QOS Networks distinguishes itself through a "service-first" philosophy that contrasts with the "hardware-first" approach of traditional telecommunications carriers. Their company culture is built around operational agility and a deep commitment to the customer experience (CX), which they facilitate through a highly specialized workforce focused exclusively on edge networking.
A unique aspect of their business model is the "Day 2" operational focus. While many vendors prioritize the initial sale and installation, QOS Networks treats the ongoing management and optimization of the network as the primary value driver. Their approach to customer success is proactive rather than reactive; they utilize data-driven insights to identify and remediate potential network issues before they impact the client’s business operations. This commitment to being an extension of the customer’s IT team—rather than just a service provider—is a core tenet of their organizational identity. Following their acquisition by Zayo Group, they have maintained this boutique, high-touch service model while gaining the global reach and infrastructure backing of a major fiber provider.
QOS Networks offers several tiers and specialized packages:
Managed SD-WAN: The core offering. Includes design, hardware staging, deployment, and 24/7 management of the SD-WAN fabric.
Managed SASE: An integrated security and networking package that adds cloud-based firewalling, secure web gateways, and zero-trust network access (ZTNA).
Intelligent Network Platform (SaaS): The visibility and analytics software-as-a-service that provides a unified view of the entire network estate.
Professional Services: Short-term engagements for network audits, migration planning, and technology bake-offs.
Carrier Management: An add-on service where QOS manages the relationships, billing, and troubleshooting for all third-party internet service providers.
Product Differentiation
The primary technical differentiator for QOS Networks is their proprietary management platform, which provides a "single pane of glass" visibility across disparate network technologies. While many managed service providers (MSPs) simply resell vendor software, QOS has developed an advanced orchestration layer that integrates deeply with industry-leading SD-WAN solutions like VMware (VeloCloud), Palo Alto Networks (Prisma), and Versa.
Key product-level advantages include:
- **Advanced Automation:** Their platform automates the deployment and configuration of edge devices, significantly reducing the time-to-value for large-scale enterprise rollouts.
- **Granular Analytics:** QOS provides deep-packet inspection and real-time telemetry that goes beyond basic uptime metrics, offering insights into application performance and end-user experience.
- **Network Agnostic Design:** Their solutions are designed to work across any transport medium—be it MPLS, broadband, LTE, or Satellite—normalizing the management experience regardless of the underlying circuit provider.
- **Integrated Security:** By weaving SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) frameworks directly into their SD-WAN offerings, they provide a unified security and networking stack that simplifies the edge architecture for distributed organizations.
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