Blackstone Invests in NetBrain for Network Automation Expansion

Blackstone Growth and affiliated funds completed a majority growth investment in NetBrain Technologies. This deal values the network automation and AI platform at $750 million. The investment aims to accelerate innovation and expand NetBrain's global reach.

Expanding AI-Powered Network Solutions

NetBrain leads the market in network automation and artificial intelligence. The company pioneered intent-based network automation technology. This creates a digital-twin of the network, enabling AI to automate many manual tasks. Traditional tools struggle with evolving enterprise networks, especially with cloud computing and SDN architectures.

NetBrain's platform eliminates manual dependencies in critical network operations and security workflows. It consistently shifts operational workloads to automation and AI. This redefines hybrid network management. NetBrain transforms network management from a device-centric to an intent-centric model. This allows networks to be governed by self-assessable intents.

NetBrain powers over one-third of the Fortune 500.

The company's solutions address a critical need in the $30 billion NetOps market. Enterprises face increasing pressure to optimize IT operations and mitigate security risks. NetBrain operates with no debt, significant cash reserves, and ongoing profitability. This positions the company to accelerate its mission of digital transformation in network automation. Competitors in this space include Cisco, Juniper Networks, and SolarWinds.