Gluware Intelligent Network Automation
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What is Gluware Intelligent Network Automation
Gluware Intelligent Network Automation is a network automation platform used to plan, validate, and execute changes across multi-vendor network infrastructure. It targets network operations and engineering teams that need repeatable workflows for configuration management, compliance checks, and large-scale change execution. The product emphasizes model-driven automation with integrated discovery and intent-based validation to reduce risk during network changes. It typically integrates with existing ITSM and network management systems to support operational processes.
Multi-vendor change automation
The platform is designed to automate configuration and change workflows across heterogeneous network environments. It supports common network device types and operating systems used in enterprise and service provider networks. This helps teams standardize change execution without requiring a single-vendor network stack. It is well-suited to large-scale, repeatable changes such as upgrades, policy rollouts, and configuration standardization.
Pre-change validation and assurance
Gluware includes capabilities for validating intended changes against discovered network state before execution. This supports use cases such as compliance checks, configuration drift detection, and risk reduction for planned changes. Validation and rollback-oriented workflows can reduce operational impact when changes fail. This aligns with organizations that require stronger governance than ad-hoc scripting.
Workflow and integration focus
The product supports orchestrated workflows rather than only task execution, which fits operational change processes. It commonly integrates with IT service management tools and existing network data sources to align automation with approvals and change windows. This helps teams operationalize automation with auditability and repeatability. It can be used as a central automation layer alongside other tooling already in place.
Implementation can be complex
Deploying the platform typically requires upfront work to model the network, define standards, and build automation workflows. Organizations may need professional services or dedicated internal engineering to reach full value. Time-to-value can be longer than lighter-weight tools that focus on simple device scripting. This can be a barrier for smaller teams or less mature automation programs.
Learning curve for modeling
Model-driven and intent/validation approaches can require new skills compared with CLI-based operations or basic playbook automation. Teams may need training to build and maintain reusable models, templates, and workflows. Ongoing maintenance is required as device OS versions and standards evolve. This can increase operational overhead if ownership is unclear.
Less suited for simple tasks
For narrow use cases (for example, pushing a small set of commands to a limited device set), the platform may be more than is necessary. Organizations seeking lightweight, low-cost configuration push and backup may find the operational footprint comparatively heavy. Some teams may prefer simpler tools for tactical automation while reserving this platform for high-risk or large-scale changes. Fit depends on the breadth of workflows and governance requirements.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Community Edition | Free | Downloadable VM image; one-year renewable license; supports up to 20 devices; includes Device Manager, Config Drift & Audit, Dashboard, Data Explorer, OS Manager, Config Model Editor, Network RPA (Topology not included); no credit card required. |
| Gluware Pro — Free tier | Free | Cloud-delivered SaaS tier for qualified users: Device Manager discovery & inventory for up to 100 devices; includes a 45-day free trial of the Config Drift & Audit app; access via request form and installation of Gluware Secure Gateway (GSG). |
| Gluware Pro — Audit | Contact sales | Includes Device Manager + Config Drift & Audit app; offered as a SaaS tier supporting networks up to ~2,000 devices. |
| Gluware Pro — Automation | Contact sales | Adds OS Manager (automated OS upgrades) on top of Audit tier. |
| Gluware Pro — Advanced Automation | Contact sales | Adds Gluware Config Modeling for full intelligent configuration management. |
| Gluware Enterprise | Contact sales | Enterprise-class offering for highest scalability, additional flexibility and security; pricing/terms provided via sales engagement. |
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Gluware, Inc.
Sacramento, California, USA
2012
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