At NWN, we believe that leadership shows up in many forms—through curiosity, accountability, initiative, and a commitment to leaving things better than you found them. That’s why we are incredibly proud to share that Gracen Sessoms has been named a CRN Women of the Year honoree, a well‑deserved recognition that reflects her impact, leadership mindset, […]
05.20.2026
From Operational Intent to Measurable Results The NWN Unified Operations series charts a clear path for enterprises. First, it shows that fragmented operations where teams, platforms, and environments operate separately hold back overall performance. Silos lead to inconsistencies, limit visibility, and make troubleshooting harder, raising risks and slowing innovation. Next, the series stresses that unified ownership is essential for […]
05.15.2026
There’s no shortage of conversation about AI right now. What’s harder to find is a room full of technology leaders willing to talk candidly about what’s real, what’s working, what’s stalling, and what comes next. That’s exactly what Newport Summit 2026 is designed to deliver. From June 1–3, NWN will bring together New England’s leading technology executives, […]
05.01.2026
Strategic Outcomes: Navigating the New AWS Reality The last 90 days have signaled a definitive shift in the market: we have moved past the “experimental” phase of generative AI and entered the era of Agentic Operational Maturity. For executive leadership, the priority has shifted from purely technical capabilities to governance, scale, and clear ROI. Based […]
04.02.2026
Cloud promised simplicity, yet most enterprises now manage a sprawling mix of services, vendors, billing models, and compliance obligations that slow the business down. Teams juggle AWS, Azure, and on-premises estates with distinct consoles and skills, creating unpredictable costs, security gaps, and constant firefighting. This isn’t a failure of cloud; it’s the result of choice […]
04.01.2026
At NWN, our culture isn’t defined by statements on a wall, it’s defined by the people who show up every day, support one another, and work intentionally to create a workplace where everyone can thrive. As a woman leader at NWN, and as a co‑founder of our Stronger TogetHER women’s community, I’ve seen firsthand how […]
03.04.2026
At NWN, our vision for the future is powered by our people. Earning a spot on Comparably’s Best Company Outlook list is more than an award, it’s a reflection of the culture, dedication, and growth mindset shared by every one of our 1,000+ employees across the country. We’re honored by this recognition because it comes […]
03.03.2026
From Strategy to Execution Unified operations represent a strategic shift in enterprise technology management, but their true value is only realized through disciplined execution. For large organizations, success hinges on translating strategic intent into repeatable, scalable operating practices that effectively align people, processes, and technology. Without this critical translation, unified operations risk remaining an architectural aspiration rather than becoming […]
02.28.2026
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping the infrastructure landscape—especially networking. Where networks were once seen as static utilities, today they serve as dynamic platforms powering everything from hybrid work to cloud and edge computing. With AI workloads placing unprecedented demands on performance and reliability, the network has become the critical backbone of modern enterprises. As […]
02.26.2026
Why Unified Operations Define the Next Era As enterprise environments continue to expand across endpoints, networks, data centers, and cloud platforms, the shortcomings of fragmented operational models are becoming more obvious. Disjointed tools and siloed processes can no longer keep up with the complexity and pace of modern business demands. The future of enterprise operations […]
02.13.2026