Zayo’s NaaS Platform Wins CRN Tech Innovator Award for Advancing Enterprise Networking

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by Business Wire Zayo's NaaS Platform Wins CRN Tech Innovator Award for Advancing Enterprise NetworkingAuthor of the article: You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.CRN recognizes Zayo’s DynamicLink for real-time network provisioning and scaling, integrated security and observability, and AI-powered network managementTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountZayo’s DynamicLink was named a 2026 CRN Tech Innovator Award winner in the Networking Enterprise category.DynamicLink is Zayo’s Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform for enterprises, enabling IT teams to provision, scale, and manage network connectivity through a self-service experience.DynamicLink combines connectivity, security, and network visibility with DashAI, a conversational AI assistant that helps users manage network operations using natural language.DynamicLink extends across Zayo’s network footprint, including 90,000 enterprise locations and more than 1,700 data centers in North America.DENVER — Zayo, a leading digital network infrastructure provider, announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named DynamicLink as a 2026 CRN Tech Innovator Award winner in the Networking Enterprise category. DynamicLink is Zayo’s Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform that enables enterprises to provision and scale connectivity, adjust bandwidth, connect to cloud environments, and manage network services through a self-service portal.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again“IT teams are being asked to support businesses that are changing quickly, and the network has to be able to keep up. We built DynamicLink to give IT teams more control over their networks so they can scale, adjust and respond as their needs change without adding more manual work,” said Chris Ranalli, Chief Revenue Officer for Enterprise at Zayo. “For our customers, the real value is having the visibility and flexibility to make changes when the business needs them. And seeing DynamicLink recognized by CRN puts a spotlight on the kind of innovation enterprises need now: technology that gives them more control and flexibility without making the network harder to manage.”“The 2026 CRN Tech Innovator Awards winners represent the most innovative technologies driving the future of the IT channel,” said Jennifer Follett, Vice President, U.S. Content, Executive Editor, CRN, The Channel Company. “These award-winning solutions demonstrate exceptional vision, technological ingenuity and a commitment to solving real-world challenges for partners and customers. We congratulate this year’s winners on their innovation, channel leadership and meaningful contributions to the technology ecosystem.”DynamicLink gives enterprises more control over network operationsDynamicLink brings network connectivity, security, observability, and automation into a single self-service platform. Enterprises can provision and scale supported connectivity services in minutes, adjust bandwidth and configurations as needs change, and monitor network and application performance without relying on traditional ticket-driven workflows.DynamicLink embeds AI into network operations through DashAI, a conversational assistant that lets enterprises provision, scale, and manage connectivity using natural language. DashAI uses Retrieval-Augmented Generation to ground responses in Zayo’s DynamicLink knowledge base and confirms user intent before executing changes. This reduces manual workflows and enables enterprises to manage complex networks faster and more accurately without deep technical expertise.What makes DynamicLink different from other enterprise NaaS platformsDynamicLink was built to more fully deliver on the Network-as-a-Service model enterprises need, with real-time control, integrated functionality, and scalability from the start. Rather than layering automation onto traditional network management workflows, DynamicLink brings connectivity, security, observability, and automation together in a single self-service platform.DynamicLink stands apart in the NaaS market through:“True NaaS”: The first NaaS solution that aligns with the definition of a true NaaS offering, providing a standardized, automated, self-service platform with dynamic scalingBroad enterprise and data center reach: Spans Zayo’s entire network footprint—90,000 enterprise locations and 1,700+ data centers in North AmericaBuilt-in network security: DDoS protection, next-generation firewall, web filtering, and Zero Trust Network Access are built directly into the platformFull-stack observability: Delivers end-to-end visibility across network and application performanceReal-time automation and control: Enables real-time provisioning and scaling without tickets or delays, replacing the manual workflowsIndustry recognition reinforces Zayo’s enterprise networking leadershipThe CRN Tech Innovator Awards recognize the most innovative technologies shaping the future of the IT channel. CRN’s recognition of DynamicLink for best enterprise networking solution follows Zayo being named Network Innovator of the Year by theCUBE’s the Tech Innovation CUBEd Awards. Together, these awards provide validation of Zayo’s leadership in modernizing enterprise networking through more automated, flexible, and on-demand connectivity that can adapt as business and bandwidth needs change.To learn more about how DynamicLink helps enterprises operate and manage networks with greater agility, control, and visibility, visit: https://www.zayo.com/services/network-connectivity/dynamiclink/About Zayo The world’s digital future depends on networks that perform. Zayo builds and operates those networks. As the leading digital network infrastructure provider, the Zayo network spans 32 million fiber miles and 224,000 route miles across North America and connects more than 400 markets globally. With dense long-haul and metro fiber connectivity, tailored connectivity solutions, and managed services, Zayo’s network underpins the cloud, AI, and enterprise platforms powering the digital economy. Carriers, cloud providers, data centers, enterprises, schools, and governments rely on Zayo’s future-ready infrastructure and expertise to design, scale, and operate the networks that connect what’s next. Discover how Zayo connects what’s next at www.zayo.com and follow us on LinkedIn.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.About The Channel CompanyThe Channel Company (TCC) is the global leader in channel growth for the world’s top technology brands. We accelerate success across strategic channels for tech vendors, solution providers and end users with premier media brands, integrated marketing and event services, strategic consulting, and exclusive market and audience insights. 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