Cisco Software-Defined Access (SD-Access is a comprehensive solution designed to manage and secure network access for both users and IoT devices through zero-trust workplace capabilities. By integrating automation and policy-based segmentation, SD-Access simplifies network operations, enhances security, and ensures consistent access control across the enterprise environment. Key Features and Functionality: - Endpoint Identification and Verification: Accurately identifies and verifies all endpoints, including users and IoT devices, connecting to the network. - Policy Establishment and Segmentation: Implements least-privilege access policies based on endpoint and user types, ensuring appropriate access levels. - Continuous Endpoint Behavior Monitoring: Monitors endpoint behavior in real-time to maintain compliance, even within encrypted traffic. - Threat Migration Prevention: Quarantines endpoints exhibiting malicious or non-compliant behavior to prevent threat propagation. Primary Value and User Solutions: Cisco SD-Access addresses the complexities of modern network environments by providing a unified solution that enhances security, simplifies management, and ensures consistent policy enforcement. It effectively manages the proliferation of IoT devices and diverse user access, reducing operational costs and improving overall network resilience. By adopting SD-Access, organizations can achieve a more secure, agile, and efficient network infrastructure.