The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods NAN103: The Evolution of Multi-Cloud Networking
Oct 15, 2025
Tim McConnaughy, a hybrid cloud network architect and co-host of the Cables to Cloud podcast, dives deep into the evolving landscape of multi-cloud networking. He shares insights from his 20+ year career and highlights the shift from traditional on-premises security to cloud dynamics. Tim also discusses the impact of rising interest rates on cloud spending, the challenges of rapid deployments leading to unexpected costs, and the promising role of distributed cloud firewalls for security. Plus, he reflects on his career journey and passion for writing.
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Joining Amid The Cloud Surge
- Tim joined Aviatrix in early 2022 and immediately attended a Dallas sales kickoff post-COVID.
- He describes that era as a flashy time when cloud networking excitement was very high.
Perimeter Dissolves In The Cloud
- Cloud removes a clear perimeter so network boundaries become loosely defined and messy.
- That shift forces rethinking where and how to place security and controls in cloud architectures.
Design For Outcomes Not Tech
- Focus on customer outcomes first, then choose technology to meet those outcomes.
- Translate business goals into architectures instead of selling a favored protocol or product.
