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The Complete WPA-Enterprise Buyer's Guide

Everything IT directors need to know about evaluating 802.1X authentication solutions for enterprise WiFi security.

  • Compare cloud vs on-premise RADIUS solutions
  • Calculate 3-year total cost of ownership
  • Choose the right EAP authentication method
  • Evaluate vendors with our comprehensive checklist
  • Avoid common deployment pitfalls
  • Build your business case with ROI framework
๐Ÿ“„ 25 pages โฑ๏ธ 45 min read ๐Ÿ’ผ For IT Directors & CISOs

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What's Inside the Guide?

13 comprehensive chapters covering everything you need to make an informed WPA-Enterprise decision

Chapter 1

Why Shared WiFi Passwords Don't Scale

The password rotation nightmare, zero accountability, compliance risks, and when to upgrade from shared passwords.

Chapter 2

Understanding WPA-Enterprise & 802.1X

Technical overview, authentication process, WPA2 vs WPA3 comparison, and EAP methods explained.

Chapter 3

Cloud vs On-Premise RADIUS

Detailed comparison, cost analysis for 100/500/2000 users, decision framework, and when to choose each approach.

Chapter 4

EAP Method Comparison

EAP-TLS, PEAP, TTLS, and EAP-SIM detailed breakdown with security ratings, deployment complexity, and recommendations.

Chapter 5

Identity Provider Integration

Azure AD, Okta, Google Workspace, and Active Directory integration methods, MFA setup, and VLAN assignment strategies.

Chapter 6

Deployment Strategies

3-phase rollout plan, pilot testing, user communication templates, and device setup instructions for all platforms.

Chapter 7

Total Cost of Ownership Analysis

Real TCO calculations, hidden costs, ROI analysis framework, and break-even analysis for different company sizes.

Chapter 8

Security & Compliance

How WPA-Enterprise satisfies HIPAA, SOC 2, GDPR, PCI DSS, and ISO 27001 requirements with audit readiness tips.

Chapter 9

Vendor Evaluation Checklist

Technical requirements, security criteria, support assessment, pricing evaluation, and 25 questions to ask vendors.

Chapter 10

Common Implementation Pitfalls

10 detailed mistakes to avoid with real-world consequences and prevention strategies from actual deployments.

Chapter 11

Decision Framework

10-step systematic process from assessment to deployment with checklists, decision trees, and business case templates.

Chapter 12

Next Steps & Resources

Immediate actions, short-term timeline, industry standards, compliance frameworks, and training resources.

Why Download This Guide?

Make confident WPA-Enterprise decisions backed by data and real-world insights

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Calculate True TCO

Real cost examples for 100, 500, and 2,000 user companies comparing cloud vs on-premise over 3 years.

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Vendor-Neutral Advice

Objective comparison of approaches with honest pros/cons to help you make the right choice for your needs.

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Actionable Checklists

Ready-to-use evaluation frameworks, deployment plans, and communication templates you can implement today.

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Avoid Common Mistakes

Learn from others' deployment failures with 10 detailed pitfalls and how to prevent them in your rollout.

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Compliance Guidance

Understand how WPA-Enterprise satisfies HIPAA, SOC 2, GDPR, and PCI DSS with audit readiness tips.

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Deployment Roadmap

3-phase rollout plan with pilot testing, user communication, and success metrics for smooth transitions.

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