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We’re excited to announce that NetBrain 12.3.1 will be available starting June 1, bringing new capabilities that help network teams move closer to Agentic NetOps — where automation, AI, and live network intelligence work together to support faster, more reliable operations.Today’s network teams are being asked to do more with greater speed and precision. But too often, teams are still stuck jumping between tools, manually validating network paths, recreating troubleshooting steps, and relying on tribal knowledge when issues hit.NetBrain 12.3.1 helps change that.This release strengthens the foundation for Agentic NetOps by giving teams the verified network context, validated paths, and operational intelligence needed to support

NetBrain’s David Mann, Global Services Leader, joined Nick Lippis on the Built for Trust Podcast for a conversation on how AI is changing the future of network operations.In the episode, “From Observability to Reasoning: How AI Is Transforming Network Operations,” David discusses why traditional tools can detect network problems, but often cannot reason through them. That gap is becoming a major challenge for enterprise IT teams as networks grow more complex.Nick and David cover what AI-driven network operations looks like in practice, including why context and intent are critical to effective automation, how standard changes and runbooks can become the foundation for autonomous agents, and where human oversight still plays an important role.They also discuss how AI workloads

NetBrain R12.3 is now available, bringing new AI-driven capabilities designed to help teams troubleshoot faster, reduce manual effort, and operate networks with greater confidence.This release focuses on making automation more practical in day-to-day operations—helping teams move from detection to resolution with less friction and better insight.

NetBrain Technologies, Inc., a leading AI NetOps platform for hybrid network observability, today announced the closing of the previously announced majority investment by funds managed by Blackstone Growth (“Blackstone”) in the company. The investment is focused on accelerating the company’s global expansion and advancing its AI‑powered network automation platform.Alongside the completed transaction, NetBrain is also announcing several leadership updates supporting its next phase of growth.Bernadette Nixon has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of NetBrain and will join the company’s Board of Directors. Founder Lingping Gao will transition from CEO to Chair of the Board, following two decades of visionary leadership and innovation. Lastly, Gus Malezis, executive strategic advisor and Chairman, IRIS Software Group and Jerry Guo, Founder, former CEO and Chairman of Casa Systems, Inc.

Network downtime isn’t getting cheaper—and for many teams, it isn’t getting shorter either.Across enterprises, the same patterns keep showing up: MTTR still stretches into hours for critical incidents The same issues repeat, often after routine change Human error and configuration drift remain a major source of outages To address this, NetBrain just released a new white paper that takes a step back from tools and features and looks at the operating model behind reliable networks.📄 Reduce Network Downtime by Half Every Year — The Promise of AI-based Automation for Modern Network OperationsThe paper breaks down how teams can move from reactive troubleshooting to a more repeatable, scalable operating model by: Identifying which incident types consum

However and wherever you’re celebrating, thank you for being part of the NetBrain Exchange Community and for the work you do every day to keep critical networks running. We’re grateful for the conversations, collaboration, and momentum you helped create this year.Wishing you a restful holiday season and a strong, steady start to the New Year. Here’s to what we’ll build together next.

November delivered on all fronts—awards, analyst buzz, big blogs, new videos, and plenty of activity from our members. Here’s everything that shaped the Exchange this month.NetBrain Takes Over Times Square   🏆 Awards & Industry RecognitionNetBrain picked up major momentum in the wider industry, earning both awards and high-profile analyst mentions.Awards & Spotlight

There was a time when a network could fit neatly on a Visio diagram—when teams could literally point to a problem on paper. Those days are long gone.Today’s hybrid networks span data centers, public clouds, and countless vendors and versions. Static maps that once brought clarity now only add confusion—showing idealized snapshots of a network that no longer exists.So where did things go wrong? The challenge isn’t visibility—it’s fragmentation. We’ve built a tool for every task, but none that connects the dots. The result: data overload, tool sprawl, and alert fatigue. We’re collecting puzzle pieces from different boxes, and a clear picture never emerges.This article breaks down how to move from static maps to living network intelligence with NetBrain’s Intent-Based Digital Twin.Inside the artic

Modern networks are a living puzzle of on-prem, cloud, and virtual environments — constantly changing and challenging to manage. Our latest eBook, “Hybrid Network Auto-Discovery, Mapping, and Documentation,” breaks down how NetBrain’s Intent-Based Digital Twin gives you a live, always-accurate view of your entire hybrid infrastructure.Learn how you can: Automatically discover and map every device, path, and policy across your hybrid network. Replace static documentation with dynamic, agentic AI-driven reporting. Build a true single source of truth for visibility, troubleshooting, and compliance. 📘 Download the full eBook here: Hybrid Network DiscoveryWe’ll leave you with one question: if your network could automatically document and

We want to hear from you! Your perspective as a NetBrain customer helps shape how others see the future of network automation — and it helps us keep improving.Take a few minutes to share your experience with NetBrain on Gartner Peer Insights. Reviews are anonymous and take about ten minutes to complete.As a thank-you, the first five published reviews will receive a $25 gift card from the Gartner Peer Insights team.Your insights matter — and they inspire innovation across the NetBrain community.Start your review - https://gtnr.io/tLskplrDX

Our Women in Tech group is officially live on the community! 🎉This space continues the meaningful conversations started during the Women in Tech luncheon at NetBrain LIVE 2025—where so many inspiring voices shared ideas on leadership, mentorship, and the future of women in network automation.Join the group to connect with peers across the industry, share your own experiences, and keep the dialogue going year-round. Whether you attended the luncheon or are just discovering the community, everyone’s welcome to join the discussion.👉 Join the Women in Tech group

We’ve just announced our new ACE+ (Assessment Consultant Edition Plus) Partner Program — designed to help partners accelerate customer value with revenue-generating automated network assessments.ACE+ provides flexibility, speed, and scale:Desktop option for on-site demos (up to 1,000 nodes) Partner-hosted cloud option for unlimited scale on AWS or Azure Full platform access with hundreds of pre-built automations in our Golden Assessment LibraryWhy does this matter?Automated assessments uncover hidden vulnerabilities, highlight hardware refresh needs, and cut compliance checks from weeks to minutes. Partners like

What if network outages weren’t inevitable—but preventable?New Gartner research reveals that Agentic NetOps—autonomous, AI-driven network operations—can unlock near real-time self-healing capabilities to dramatically reduce downtime and minimize impact on end users.NetBrain is proud to be named in this research as a Representative Provider, delivering the intent-based automation and AI capabilities that make this transformation possible.The report, “Agentic NetOps Will Revolutionize Network Operations,” lays out a roadmap for adopting this new era of network management. Inside, you’ll find guidance on how Agentic NetOps can help you: Stay competitive: Track the industry shift to autonomous operations. Plan smarter: Prepare your team, processes, and budget for the transition. Make informed choices: Balance the benefits and risks

We’re bringing the NetBrain community together in Boston for three days of interactive learning, thought leadership, and hands-on experience.What to Expect Keynotes & Thought Leadership: Hear from NetBrain executives, industry leaders, and customers driving innovation. Customer Stories: Real-world panels and use cases from peers solving today’s toughest network challenges. Breakout Tracks: Four tracks designed around your business goals and technical needs. Hands-On Labs & Workshops: Put Agentic AI and the latest automation in action. Expert Access: Meet with NetBrain specialists to tackle your roadblocks and open new opportunities. Evening Connections: Great food, craft drinks, live entert