When growth starts to strain your infrastructure, it’s time to evolve.
That’s the crossroads Lotte Group—a global leader in retail, hospitality, and manufacturing—faced when their traditional WAN setup could no longer support their scale or speed of operations. From delayed ERP processes to lagging cloud performance and soaring connectivity costs, their network wasn’t just underperforming—it was holding them back.
So, how did they turn the tide?
By embracing Cisco SD-WAN, Lotte didn’t just optimize their network—they unlocked agility, efficiency, and visibility across all business units. Cisco has captured this transformation in a comprehensive case study that highlights the strategy and execution behind Lotte’s success. This real-world example offers valuable lessons for any enterprise looking to future-proof its digital foundation.
The Problem: A Traditional WAN in a Cloud-First World
With over 50 affiliated companies spread across multiple verticals, Lotte Group’s legacy MPLS-based WAN was showing its age. The challenges were clear:
- Escalating Costs: Leasing private lines for each site was financially unsustainable.
- Limited Visibility: IT teams had no centralized way to monitor or troubleshoot network issues.
- Poor Cloud App Performance: Routing all internet traffic through a central data center created latency for SaaS platforms.
The company needed more than a technical upgrade—they needed a scalable and secure infrastructure aligned with the modern, cloud-centric enterprise.
The Shift: Why Lotte Chose Cisco SD-WAN
Through its IT arm, Lotte Data Communication Company (LDCC), the group turned to Cisco SD-WAN—a trusted solution known for its security, scalability, and performance.
Key Components of the Solution:
- Cisco SD-WAN Controllers for centralized control over routing, security, and policies.
- WAN Edge Routers across global sites for intelligent, secure connectivity.
- Local Internet Breakout, allowing cloud traffic to bypass bottlenecks and reach platforms like Microsoft 365 and Salesforce directly.
- Integrated Encryption & Redundancy to safeguard uptime and sensitive data.
This architecture gave Lotte what their traditional network could not—agility, automation, and insight.
The Outcome: Better Bandwidth, Lower Costs, Stronger Performance
Lotte Homeshopping
- 3x Bandwidth increase—no extra complexity.
- 50% Lower WAN Costs, easing operational spend.
- Improved Application Monitoring, enhancing customer-facing platforms.
Lotte Chilsung Beverage
- Doubled WAN Capacity to support supply chain automation.
- Multi-layered Redundancy with ISP, DR, and dedicated links.
- Efficient Traffic Management for smart factory operations.
Lotte Hotels & Resorts
- Centralized Network Control for 17 properties.
- 20% Savings on Connectivity Costs with fewer disruptions.
- Faster Troubleshooting through real-time analytics and automated policies.
Across business units, Cisco SD-WANempowered Lotte with a resilient and responsive network that scaled with their growth.
What Enterprises Can Learn from Lotte’s SD-WAN Journey
Whether you're in retail, manufacturing, or services, Cisco SD-WAN offers game-changing advantages:
How Interdev Technology Can Support Your SD-WAN Journey
At Interdev Technology, we help enterprises design, deploy, and manage high-performance SD-WAN solutions built around Cisco’s industry-leading platform.
From strategic planning to 24/7support, our SD-WAN services include:
- Network Readiness Assessment
- Customized Architecture Design
- Cisco SD-WAN Deployment
- Real-Time Network Monitoring
- Built-in Security and Compliance Alignment
With deep experience in enterprise networking and digital transformation, we tailor solutions that align with your business objectives and growth roadmap.
Let’s Redefine What Your Network Can Do
In today’s connected world, your network should be more than just infrastructure—it should be a catalyst for innovation, agility, and operational excellence.
If your current WAN is slowing you down, let’s talk.
Contact Interdev Technology today for a free SD-WAN consultation. Let’s build a smarter, faster, and more secure network—together.
