With its vast array of open source resources, scripting, and coding options, network automation can be daunting for IT pros in organizations of all sizes. This report examines business and technology trends in network automation today and delves into practical considerations for teams in small organizations looking to implement or improve automation practices. One path to network automationâ??cloud computingâ??enables you to provide not just single services but entire infrastructure and software-defined networks on demand in real time. Steve Petryschuk, director and technology advocate at Auvik Networks, discusses trends and best practices in network automation and shows you how to plan a path toward network automation for your organization. IT managers and senior executives will understand how and why network automation can help your organization become much more efficient.