Network Performance & Security, Security & Risk, Networking, Network Access Control, Infrastructure Security
Robert helps co-manage Forrester's IT Infrastructure & Operations team. Specifically he is responsible for managing a team of analysts serving the IT service management, sustainable IT operations, telecom and networks, and mobility professionals. He is a leading expert on network operations and architecture. Specifically, he focuses on all enterprise network infrastructure, including application delivery, remote access, and network security. Robert helps Forrester clients develop and improve their strategy around network investment and optimization.In his research, Robert covers such network-related topics as WAN optimization, network access control (NAC), IP address management (IPAM), and application accelerators. In the past, he has written extensively on the SSL VPN and the enterprise router and switch spaces.
Prior to his current role, Robert was an analyst with the Telecom & Networks team, conducting interviews with IT executives to understand their IT strategies and buying behaviors. Robert joined Forrester from Network Strategy Partners, a boutique management consulting company specializing in telecom, where he was a senior network analyst. He helped clients by custom-building ROI and TCO tools, authoring white papers, and providing analysis for sales and marketing presentations. Robert has been widely quoted in the press, including business media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal and industry media outlets such as Network World. Robert regularly speaks at Forrester events, on behalf of clients, and at industry events like Interop.
Robert received his B.S. degree in computer engineering from Tufts University.
What Drives Enterprise Network Upgrades? April 23, 2008 BookmarkPDF
Today's WANs Don't Keep Pace With Applications April 23, 2008 (Rating: 9) BookmarkPDF
Overcoming The Common Pitfalls Of NAC April 23, 2008 (Rating: 10) BookmarkPDF
Citrix Systems Automates WAN Optimization Deployments July 20, 2007 BookmarkPDF
Juniper Networks Has The Best WAN Optimization Strategy July 20, 2007 (Rating: 4) BookmarkPDF
Examining The Impact Of Virtualization On Your Network Operations October 2008 Receive an alert when this document is published: email RSS
The Evolving Role Of IT Operations September 2008 Receive an alert when this document is published: email RSS
Robert is an avid freshwater and fly fisherman. He is also a home theater enthusiast.
