Company Overview
Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ra'anana, Israel, DriveNets is a leading provider of network disaggregation and cloud networking solutions. By redefining traditional IP network architecture through software-defined approaches, DriveNets helps telecom operators, cloud service providers, and enterprises reduce total cost of ownership (TCO) and improve network agility.
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Core Products
| Product | Description |
|---|---|
| DriveNets Network Cloud | Distributed cloud-native networking platform based on white-box hardware for large-scale routing and switching |
| DriveNets NCP (Network Control Platform) | Network control plane for centralized policy management and automated operations |
| DriveNets NOS (Network Operating System) | High-performance network operating system compatible with various white-box switches |
Core Strengths
- Disaggregated Architecture: Decouples software from hardware, enabling white-box deployment and significantly reducing hardware costs
- Cloud-Native Design: Built with containerization and microservices for on-demand elastic scaling
- Carrier-Grade Performance: Achieves Tb-level forwarding capabilities in data center and backbone networks
- Open Ecosystem: Supports OpenConfig, gNMI, SONiC and other open standards to avoid vendor lock-in
Key Milestones
- 2015: DriveNets was founded in Ra'anana, Israel, by a team with deep networking and telecom expertise
- 2019: Launched DriveNets Network Cloud platform, deployed by major customers including AT&T
- 2021: Completed Series C funding, reached unicorn valuation exceeding $1 billion
- 2024: Continued global expansion, serving customers across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific
- 2026: Deepening cloud networking solutions, driving IP network architecture evolution in the AI era
Market Position
DriveNets competes with the following providers in the network disaggregation and cloud networking market:
| Competitor | Description |
|---|---|
| Cisco | Traditional networking giant with IOS XR and comprehensive product lines |
| Juniper Networks | Offers Junos OS and Mist AI-driven cloud networking solutions |
| Arista Networks | Leader in data center networking with its EOS platform |
| Nokia | Competes via Nuage Networks and IP routing solutions |
| Arrcus | Focuses on network disaggregation with ArcOS network operating system |
| Cumulus Networks (NVIDIA) | Acquired by NVIDIA, offers Cumulus Linux white-box solutions |
