Introducing Network Containers in Tidal LightMesh IPAM

As networks expand across on-premises and cloud environments, many organizations find themselves struggling with scattered, unstructured networks. Often, networks grow in silos, with subnets being created independently in AWS, Azure, and other environments over time, leading to a messy and hard-to-manage structure. This is especially true for enterprises undergoing mergers and acquisitions, where integrating entirely separate network systems can quickly turn into an administrative headache. To tackle this, we’re excited to introduce Network Containers in Tidal LightMesh IPAM—a feature designed to help you organize and simplify subnet management.

Why Network Containers Matter

Network Containers act like folders for your subnets, letting you group related subnets under a larger subnet mask. By creating a logical hierarchical structure, these containers enable more efficient IP allocation and reduce the risk of subnet conflicts. This allows network administrators to restore structure to their environments, grouping scattered subnets by zones, sites, or even by departments or business units. Whether your goal is to get a handle on a sprawling multi-cloud setup or to streamline network integration during a merger, Network Containers make it easier to find, view, and manage your network assets.

The New Workflow: Simplifying Network Management

Getting started with Network Containers in Tidal LightMesh is simple, and the results are impactful:

1. Signup for LightMesh – Begin by creating your LightMesh IPAM account to gain instant access to a centralized network management platform. With a simple setup, you’ll be ready to discover, map, and organize your infrastructure in minutes.

2. Discover Your Networks – LightMesh allows you to discover networks across your environments. Connect to your AWS and Azure accounts and locate on-premises networks to gain a holistic view of your IP assets.

3. Organize with Network Containers – With your networks mapped out, create Network Containers. Use larger subnet masks to group related subnets, creating a logical hierarchy that makes sense for your operations.

4. Apply Zones and Sites – Once subnets are grouped, you can apply Zones (such as development, staging, or production) and physical sites (like data center locations or regional hubs) to each Network Container. This brings clarity to your network map, aligning it with your business’s structure and operational needs.

Key Benefits of Network Containers

• Simplified Network Integration: For organizations undergoing M&A, Network Containers offer a fast, organized way to incorporate new networks into an existing structure.

• Improved Visibility and Management: Network Containers give network engineers a clear, logical view of their subnets across environments, whether on-premises or in the cloud.

• Unified IP Management Across Clouds: Manage AWS, Azure, and on-premises networks in one place, aligning your cloud environments with a unified IP management approach.

• Enhanced Operational Clarity: Applying Zones and physical sites to Network Containers allows administrators to better align network assets with operational areas, improving monitoring and troubleshooting.

Experience Network Containers

With Network Containers in Tidal LightMesh, managing complex network environments becomes more intuitive and streamlined. This new feature helps restore order to scattered subnets and is especially valuable during transitions like mergers and acquisitions. If your network environment feels unstructured or challenging to manage, it’s time to give Network Containers a try—bringing structure, clarity, and efficiency to your network infrastructure.

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