Modernizing the network for a chemical manufacturer in 50+…

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The challenge

The customer was on an outdated MPLS network, which limited scalability, flexibility, and access to cloud applications.

Additionally, long lead times, a lack of innovation, difficulty accessing and integrating new technologies, and limited support for remote users pushed them to rethink their global connectivity strategy.

GNX solution

GNX orchestrated a fully diverse, carrier-neutral underlay optimized for specific SD-WAN and SSE.

We rolled out and migrated 200+ services across 50+ countries within a year. Services are optimized for access to the closest cloud environment via diverse AS routes to increase accessibility, underpinned by real-time visibility and control through our GNX+ platform.

The result

GNX’s hands-on approach to deployment allowed for a fast roll-out. We prioritized 24/7 operational sites before moving on to the rest.

The new architecture improves network resilience, cloud performance, and provides full transparency across the entire estate.

What’s more, the customer now operates on a future-proof network with zero vendor lock-in.

A global chemical manufacturer operating in over 50 countries came to GNX with a serious challenge. Their legacy MPLS setup was holding them back. With more than 140 sites — from factories, labs, warehouses, sales offices, and logistics hubs — it was about time to rethink their network strategy.

High costs, long lead times, and poor scalability made it tough to adapt. Bandwidth upgrades were slow and limited. And with a growing remote workforce and multi-cloud strategy, their network simply couldn’t keep up.

Why they chose GNX

The company launched an underlay RFP, looking for a smarter, more scalable way to modernize its WAN and utilize local internet access. What stood out about GNX?

True diversity and flexibility — GNX offered full route and logical-level diversity based on carrier-neutral sourcing, tailored per site.
Real-time visibility and control — With our GNX+ platform, the client can see everything, run changes instantly, and monitor service performance in real time.
Cloud-optimized architecture — Every service was designed to access the nearest cloud and SSE entry point, boosting performance.
Contract simplicity — No minimum commitments. Flexible terms. And full transparency with ample room to adapt as needed.

This wasn’t just a network upgrade. It was a complete transformation.

The GNX solution

We started from the ground up — literally.

Step one was to build the core network between 8+ data centers across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. The high-capacity core serves as a foundation for a modern SD-WAN overlay and SSE of their choice. This segment enabled all customer employees [10k+] to have always-on local access to all their data, apps, and clouds, and be able to seamlessly switch workplaces and sites.

Next, GNX tackled the most critical 24/7 operational sites, where migration windows are scheduled once per quarter. From strict entrance regulations to security-accompanied local engineers, we coordinated it all. Progressively, GNX activated the rest of the global estate, working around the clock. In just one year, we migrated over 200 services — all with minimal disruption.

Our approach? Plan, coordinate, check, test, and re-check. Then, deploy technology-agnostic, and fully vendor-neutral service built for resilience:

Multiple last-mile technologies per site for maximum uptime
Local ISP sourcing, — 40% of sites moved away from telco native services
Logical diversity and cloud proximity baked into every design
Full transparency into ISP details, path, and local infrastructure

And it all comes together in GNX+, our automated platform that puts the customer in control. Provisioning, ticketing, service documentation — all in one place.

40%

of sites moved away from telco native services to ensure link diversity and cloud proximity

The result

The customer can now enjoy the benefits of a modern underlay supporting their SD-WAN / SSE

Faster, more flexible operations — Sites could be upgraded, changed, or reconfigured on the fly.
Better visibility — No more guessing or uncertainty. All info is present and in real time via GNX+.
Lower latency — Local ISP access and proximity to the cloud dramatically improved performance.
Cost control — Moving away from rigid telco contracts meant smarter spending, better service.

All in all, a modern, high-performance agile network that adapts with the business. And that’s straightforward.