Extreme Networks Inc.’s vision incorporates a universal, cloud-native, AI-powered network serving as the driver of innovation and accelerator of business value in the emerging digital era. Rather than focusing on siloed AI for wireless or WAN alone, Extreme emphasizes a holistic approach, where AI is integrated throughout the entire network, from the data center to the campus to the branch, according to Dan DeBacker , senior vice president of product management at Extreme. One of the most striking changes AI is driving is in network traffic flows. Traditional applications, such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Salesforce Inc., now share bandwidth with massive volumes of AI data traveling from edge devices back into centralized data centers and clouds. This influx of edge-to-core traffic requires networks that can handle far more complexity while maintaining seamless user experiences, DeBacker noted. Extreme is leveraging its strengths in wired fabric and wireless solutions to empower AI at the edge. With data being the currency of AI, the ability to pull that information directly from both the network and end devices is critical for the AI network. By correlating device health with network performance, Extreme helps ensure connectivity and superior user experiences across various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing and smart cities, according to DeBacker.