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IN THIS ARTICLE<\/strong><\/p>\n NETGEAR\u2019s focus on\u00a0small and medium enterprises<\/a>\u00a0(SMEs) continues to make an impact. The latest\u00a0<\/span>IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Enterprise Wireless LAN Vendor Assessment (2025)<\/span><\/i>\u00a0names NETGEAR as a\u00a0<\/span>Strong Contender<\/span><\/b>, highlighting our growing role in the enterprise WLAN space and validating our commitment to businesses with 500 employees or fewer.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n IDC\u2019s recognition underscores how NETGEAR\u2019s approach; simplicity, performance, and affordability \u2013 meets the needs of lean IT teams looking for enterprise-quality networking without enterprise overhead.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n The report praised NETGEAR\u2019s dedication to ease of use and straightforward design. As IDC noted,\u00a0<\/span>\u201cNETGEAR focuses its business solution on ease of use and simplicity of design and management, which makes for a simple-to-use product offering for lean IT organizations.\u201d<\/span><\/i>\u00a0That\u2019s been central to our mission from the start: creating powerful, reliable solutions that don\u2019t require a large IT staff to manage.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n IDC also recognized NETGEAR\u2019s expanding business portfolio, pointing to our investments in both wired and wireless LAN infrastructure as well as routing solutions and go-to-market channels. These efforts strengthen our position in the SMB segment and give more businesses access to enterprise-grade performance.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Another highlight was NETGEAR\u2019s success in professional AV. IDC cited our strong presence in\u00a0<\/span>ProAV deployments<\/span><\/i><\/a>, particularly through our\u00a0<\/span>AVLine switches and WLAN solutions \u2013\u00a0<\/span><\/b>supported by a network of over 450 industry partners.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n The recognition from IDC aligns closely with what defines the NETGEAR Enterprise value proposition.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Our placement in the Contenders category confirms that SMEs can achieve\u00a0<\/span>true enterprise performance<\/span><\/b>\u00a0without complexity. With industry-leading MTBF ratings (up to 79 years) and the ability to support up to 50 Wi-Fi clients streaming simultaneously, NETGEAR solutions are built to perform.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n At the same time,\u00a0<\/span>simplicity<\/span><\/b>\u00a0remains at the core of our design philosophy. Tools like\u00a0<\/span>NETGEAR Insight<\/span><\/b><\/a>, our cloud management platform, give IT administrators centralized visibility and control across multiple locations \u2013 ideal for resource-limited teams.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n And because we believe enterprise networking shouldn\u2019t come with enterprise-level licensing costs, our solutions are\u00a0<\/span>affordable without compromise<\/span><\/b>. IDC highlighted our focus on \u201cuncomplicated, powerful solutions with simplified licensing,\u201d a reflection of our mission to keep pricing transparent and value driven.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n IDC also recognized our ongoing investments in innovation and partnerships. The June 2025 acquisition of\u00a0<\/span><\/span>NETGEAR\u00a0<\/span>Exium<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0a leader in cloud-native, 5G core-based SASE \u2013 has strengthened our ability to offer integrated security and networking for distributed workforces. Combined with our growing ecosystem of managed service providers, VARs, and distribution partners, NETGEAR is expanding its reach across industries that demand specialized solutions, especially in AV-over-IP.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n While IDC acknowledged our ongoing effort to differentiate from our consumer legacy, the report reinforces that our strategy is working. With initiatives like\u00a0<\/span>NETGEAR Academy<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0and our free\u00a0<\/span>Pro AV<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>Wi-Fi<\/a>\u00a0Design Services<\/span><\/b>, we\u2019re empowering partners and customers with the education and tools they need to succeed.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This Contender placement isn\u2019t just recognition\u2014it\u2019s momentum. It reflects where NETGEAR is headed: deeper into the enterprise space, stronger in vertical markets, and more committed than ever to helping SMEs thrive.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n NETGEAR delivers enterprise performance with SME simplicity\u2014so businesses can focus on growth, not network complexity.\u00a0Learn more<\/a>\u00a0about NETGEAR Enterprise solutions!<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n
\n NETGEAR - A Strong Contender<\/h2>\n
\n Why IDC Took Notice<\/h2>\n
\n Performance, Simplicity, and Value<\/h2>\n
\n Strategic Momentum<\/h2>\n
\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n Looking Ahead<\/h2>\n
\n More information<\/h2>\n
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