Discover the specialist IT services Wanstor can offer not-for-profit organisations.
Secure, software defined connectivity for a cloud & hybrid world
High performance networks with Zero Trust security, built for Microsoft 365, Azure and hybrid work.
Seamless connectivity is crucial
At Wanstor, we provide high-speed, resilient, and secure connectivity solutions that keep your business connected 24/7. Our comprehensive services ensure your network is always operational, enabling your team to collaborate effectively and drive business success.
- End to end: Design, procurement, install and 24/7 management from one provider.
- Secure by design: SASE/Zero Trust policies, identity aware access, full encryption.
- Cloud-ready: Direct, private connectivity to Azure and optimised routes to Microsoft 365.
What we deliver
- Access underlays: Dedicated Internet Access (DIA), FTTP, SoGEA, EFM, leased lines and 4G/5G failover for business continuity.
- SD WAN & SASE: Application aware routing, QoS for Teams/Voice, SSE controls (SWG, CASB, FWaaS) and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) for remote/third party users.
- Fortinet powered SD WAN & SASE
- Microsoft Teams Voice via BT Operator Connect
- Cloud interconnect: Azure ExpressRoute and Azure Virtual WAN to privately connect branches/data centres to Azure workloads.
- LAN & Wi-Fi: Secure switching, Wi-Fi 6/6E, NAC/segmentation, captive portals for guest and retail/hospitality.
- Observability & AIOps: Real time telemetry, anomaly detection and digital experience monitoring across users, sites and apps (cross link to DEX page).
- Carrier management: We aggregate quotes, negotiate pricing and manage incidents with carriers (backed by our BT partnership).
Software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN)
A software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) is an overlay architecture that uses routing or switching software to create virtual connections between endpoints-both physical and logical. SD-WANs provide near-unlimited paths for user traffic, which optimises the user experience, and allows for powerful flexibility in encryption and policy management.
Secure web gateway (SWG)
A secure web gateway (SWG) is a web security service that filters unauthorised traffic from accessing a particular network. The goal of a SWG is to zero in on threats before they penetrate a virtual perimeter. A SWG accomplishes this by combining technologies like malicious code detection, malware elimination, and URL filtering.
Cloud access security broker (CASB)
A cloud access security broker (CASB) is a SaaS application that acts as a security checkpoint between on-premises networks and cloud apps, enforcing data security policies. It protects corporate data through prevention, monitoring, and mitigation, and can identify malicious behaviour and alert administrators to compliance violations.
Firewall as a service (FWaaS)
Firewall as a service (FWaaS) moves firewall protection to the cloud instead of the traditional network perimeter. This allows organisations to securely connect a remote, mobile workforce to the corporate network, while still enforcing consistent security policies that reach beyond the organisation's geographic footprint.
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Zero Trust Network Access is a cloud-based security model where trust is never assumed. Access to private apps and data is granted only after users are authenticated, authorised, and continuously validated. It replaces traditional VPNs with identity-aware, least-privileged access, improving user experience, reducing risk, and simplifying operations.
Centralised and unified management
A SASE platform allows IT administrators to manage SD-WAN, SWG, CASB, FWaaS, and ZTNA through centralised and unified management across networking and security. This frees IT team members to focus their energy on other more pressing areas and boosts the user experience for the organization's hybrid workforce.
Secure Connectivity: baked in, not bolted on
Zero Trust principles (verify explicitly, least privilege, assume breach) drive our network and access policies across all edges – branch, user, device and cloud. We implement SASE/SSE patterns and identity aware access aligned with Microsoft Entra (Internet Access & Private Access) to protect data everywhere.
Security capabilities we can include:
- ZTNA for remote and contractor access; micro segmentation for lateral movement control.
- FWaaS, secure web gateway, DNS security, CASB/DLP integrations (Microsoft SSE ecosystem).
- Encrypted site to site and user tunnels; continuous risk evaluation with Conditional Access.
- NDR/SIEM hooks and policy automation.
Figure 1: Microsoft identity-centric SSE solution review
Connectivity portfolio
Dedicated Internet & Leased Lines
Symmetric DIA and leased lines for predictable bandwidth, with optional 4G/5G, multi path and BGP failover.
SD-WAN
Prioritise critical apps (Teams, POS, video), route over multiple links, and centralise management - ready for Azure Virtual WAN.
SASE / SSE & ZTNA
Unify network and security in the cloud, enabling users to connect securely from anywhere with consistent, identity-aware policy enforcement across devices and applications.
Cloud Interconnect
Private Azure connectivity via ExpressRoute, with scalable branch designs using Virtual WAN. FortiGate NVAs support SD WAN termination and centralised security, or pair with ExpressRoute for dedicated paths.
Managed LAN & Wi Fi 6/6E
Secure switching, NAC, guest access and role-based segmentation for staff, IoT and guests - designed to protect internal networks while enabling flexible, secure connectivity across all user types.
Legacy & Migration (MPLS)
We support MPLS estates and provide controlled migration paths to SD WAN/SASE without business disruption. (Reposition MPLS as “support & migrate,” not the lead option.)
Fortinet powered Secure SD WAN & SASE
Bring networking and security under one roof. We design and run Fortinet Secure SD WAN with optional FortiSASE to enforce Zero Trust access for users and sites, and to protect internet and private app traffic with cloud delivered controls (SWG, FWaaS, CASB, ZTNA).
Highlights:
• App aware routing + NGFW on FortiGate; ready path to SASE and SD Branch. Fortinet
• Unified SASE: single agent, central policy, and global PoP footprint for roaming users.
• Azure ready: Fortinet supports Virtual WAN; FortiGate NVAs secure vWAN hubs and terminate SD WAN in Azure for centralised policy enforcement.
Microsoft Teams Voice with BT Operator Connect
Put your business calling where your people already work: Microsoft Teams with BT Operator Connect lets you keep existing numbers, automate provisioning, and run on BT’s resilient network - without hosting your own SBC. It’s a seamless way to enable enterprise-grade calling within Teams.
Highlights:
• Provision directly in the Teams Admin Center using certified Operator Connect flows, streamlining setup and reducing deployment time.
• From existing or new numbers; simple commercial packaging from BT. BT Business
• Choice, not lock in: We also support Direct Routing if you need advanced call control, contact centre or complex integrations.
Outcomes we target
Key Features:
- Reliability: publish availability targets and restoration SLAs by access type.
- Performance: latency/jitter targets to Microsoft 365 and key SaaS.
- Security posture: policy coverage, ZTNA adoption, patching/encryption baselines.
- User experience: DEX score uplift and ticket reduction with Wanstor’s Digital Experience Management.
How we work
Our SD-WAN services offer a modern approach to managing your WAN, providing improved management control, better circuit utilisation, and enhanced network security. SD-WAN enables you to connect and optimise your network performance, ensuring your business applications run smoothly.
- Design: Discovery, traffic baselining, security posture & Zero Trust mapping.
- Procure & install: We source circuits (leveraging BT pricing), stage SD WAN/SASE, and implement LAN/Wi Fi.
- Operate & optimise: 24/7 monitoring, change, security policy updates and monthly optimisation backed by observability & AIOps (cross link to DEX).
Packages
Essential
Managed router, basic firewall, 4G/5G failover. Fortinet NGFW on the edge for secure DIA/leased lines; Teams Operator Connect readiness.
Advanced
SD WAN + QoS for M365/Voice, Managed LAN/Wi Fi, baseline security policies.
Secure Edge (SASE)
SD WAN + SSE stack (SWG, FWaaS, CASB, ZTNA), FortiSASE continuous policy & posture management, Azure vWAN/ExpressRoute integration.
Operator Connect
with Direct Routing option if advanced call flows are required.
FAQs
What’s the difference between SD WAN and SASE?
SD WAN optimises how traffic flows across links; SASE unifies that networking with cloud delivered security and identity aware access.
How do you connect securely to Azure workloads?
We use ExpressRoute for private connectivity and Azure Virtual WAN for scalable branch to cloud designs.
Is ZTNA a VPN replacement?
ZTNA grants application level access based on identity, device and context – often replacing or reducing legacy VPN.
Operator Connect vs Direct Routing: what’s right for me?
Operator Connect (e.g., BT) enables PSTN calling inside Teams without you managing SBCs; provisioning is integrated with the Teams admin center and suited to standard enterprise needs. Direct Routing is best when you need advanced call control, complex routing, or contact centre integration. We support both and will advise based on your requirements.
How do Fortinet SD WAN and SASE improve security and performance together?
Fortinet Secure SD WAN merges app aware routing with NGFW and is a direct on ramp to FortiSASE: cloud delivered SWG, FWaaS, CASB and Universal ZTNA – so users and branches get the same identity aware security and optimised paths to SaaS and private apps. In Azure, FortiGate NVAs are validated for Virtual WAN to centralise policy and inspection.
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