Riverbed Named Leader and Fast Mover in 2026 GigaOm Network Observability Report
Event summary
- Riverbed recognized as a Leader and Fast Mover in the 2026 GigaOm Radar Report for Network Observability.
- Company positioned in the Innovation/Platform Play quadrant for three consecutive years.
- GigaOm highlighted Riverbed’s dynamic discovery, application monitoring, and security capabilities.
- Riverbed’s Network Observability suite integrates full-fidelity visibility, unified data, and AI-driven intelligence.
- Key capabilities include Riverbed Data Store, Riverbed IQ, and NPM+ for real-time insights and automation.
The big picture
Riverbed’s recognition underscores the industry’s shift from isolated monitoring tools to unified, AI-powered observability platforms. The company’s focus on full-fidelity visibility and automation aligns with the growing need for real-time, actionable insights in complex, hybrid network environments. With 95% of the Fortune 100 as customers, Riverbed is well-positioned to capitalize on the demand for integrated network observability solutions.
What we're watching
- Market Consolidation
- Whether Riverbed can sustain its leadership as the network observability market shifts toward unified platforms.
- AI Integration
- How Riverbed’s AI-driven insights will impact real-time decision-making and automation in hybrid environments.
- Customer Adoption
- The pace at which enterprises adopt Riverbed’s solutions to address fragmented tools and improve IT efficiency.
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