MPLS (multiprotocol label switching) controls the flow of traffic over a network between locations. It is a routing technique that directs data from one node to the next based on short path labels rather than long network addresses. It was created in the late 90s as a more efficient alternative to traditional internet protocol (IP) routing.
Because of this, an MPLS network infrastructure tends to deliver rigid, fixed connections that struggle to adapt to the modern connectivity requirements of today’s businesses.
For its part, SD-WAN can be less expensive, more secure, and deliver higher performance because it is software-driven. SD-WAN can be run over any broadband internet connection, it is widely available and easier to set up regardless of where you are in South Africa.