5 Signs Your Business is Ready for NaaS 

Networks are no longer just IT infrastructure – they are the backbone of how modern businesses operate, scale, and stay secure. Erik Hovstad, Director Product & Architecture, Network at NetNordic Norway, works with organisations every day that are at a crossroads: their current network setup is holding them back, but they’re not sure what the right next step looks like. 

“What we see time and again is that businesses have outgrown their network without realizing it. The signs are there – slow troubleshooting, rising costs, security gaps – but it’s easy to mistake them for isolated problems rather than a structural challenge,” says Hovstad. 

From reactive infrastructure to intelligent networking

NaaS, the foundation for secure, automated and future-ready operations

According to Erik Hovstad, Network as a Service (NaaS) is increasingly becoming the answer for organisations that want to stay agile without overbuilding or overspending. Here are five clear signs your business is ready to make the shift. 

1. You lack the network competence (or capacity) in-house 

Networks have become more complex than ever – with hybrid environments, remote users, cloud traffic, and increasing security demands. If your internal IT team is stretched thin or lacks specialised network expertise, it can quickly lead to performance issues, slow troubleshooting, and delayed improvements. 

With NaaS, you gain access to dedicated network experts who design, operate, and continuously optimise your infrastructure. Instead of relying on internal resources to handle everything from access points to switching and security, your team gets predictable support from professionals who work with networks at scale – every day. That means fewer bottlenecks, faster problem resolution, and a network that evolves as your needs change. 

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2. You need more cost efficiency and predictable operations 

Traditional networks often require big upfront investments, long planning cycles, and expensive upgrades. And even then, many businesses end up paying for capacity they don’t actually use – just to be safe. 

NaaS changes the model. You pay for what you use, and you can easily scale up or down as needed. That makes costs easier to manage and operations more efficient over time. Instead of buying equipment and hoping it lasts for years, NaaS from NetNordic provides a service-based approach where performance, stability, and flexibility are built in. 

3. You need to meet stricter security and compliance requirements 

Security is no longer a separate layer – it’s an integrated part of the network. With threats evolving rapidly and regulations like NIS2 demanding greater control and accountability, many organizations need stronger security monitoring and faster response capabilities. 

NaaS helps you stay compliant and protected with security built into the service. At NetNordic, we offer continuous monitoring, updates, and threat response – significantly reducing your risk exposure. You also gain visibility into what’s happening across your environment, supported by structured reporting and proactive dialogue. For many businesses, NaaS becomes a key foundation for meeting both internal security standards and external regulatory requirements. 

4. You want to focus on your core business 

Your network should enable growth, productivity, and innovation – not consume your team’s time and energy. If network operations are pulling focus away from strategic initiatives, it’s a strong sign that a new approach is needed. 

With NaaS, NetNordic takes responsibility for the full lifecycle: design, implementation, operations, and support. That means fewer disruptions, less firefighting, and more time for your internal teams to focus on what matters most. 

“When a business no longer has to worry about whether their network can keep up, something shifts. We see it clearly – teams start focusing on development and innovation instead of putting out fires,” says Hovstad. 

5. You want a network that is always modern, optimised, and ready for the future 

Technology is moving fast – and the next major shift is already here. AI and automation are changing how businesses operate, and that change starts with the network. AI-driven applications demand low latency, high bandwidth, and consistent performance at a scale that traditional network models were simply not built to handle. If your infrastructure is ageing or was designed for a different era of workloads, it will increasingly become a bottleneck rather than an enabler. 

This is where the concept of the intelligent network becomes relevant. Rather than a static infrastructure that is managed reactively, an intelligent network uses data, automation, and AI-driven insights to continuously monitor, optimise, and adapt in real time. It can detect anomalies before they become outages, route traffic more efficiently, and provide your teams with clear visibility into what is actually happening across your environment. 

NaaS from NetNordic is built around this principle. Your network is not just kept up to date – it is continuously refined based on real operational data. From access points and switching to security policies and cloud-based management, we make sure your infrastructure is ready for the demands of today and positioned for what comes next. For organisations moving toward greater automation, smarter operations, or more AI-driven workflows, this is not a nice-to-have. It is the foundation everything else depends on. 

Ready to find out if NaaS is the right fit for your organization? 

If any of these five signs resonate, it is worth having a concrete conversation about what your network actually needs to support your business going forward. At NetNordic, we start with your situation – your current infrastructure, your growth plans, your security requirements – and work from there. 

Our NaaS offering is backed by a strong operational backbone, with NOC and SOC capabilities that ensure your network stays stable, secure, and scalable. But more importantly, it is designed to grow with you rather than hold you back. 

Talk to one of our network specialists and get a clear picture of where you stand – and what the next step looks like for you.