HP introduced a new networking technology it calls Virtual Application Networks (VANs) VANs is built on top of HP networking technology like its Intelligent Resilient Fabric (IRF) for switch clustering. VAN orchestration and management has been added to HP’s Intelligent Management Center (IMC) Large organizations will especially appreciate this. Look for HP to integrate VAN’s integration with other cloud and virtualization platforms as well. HP needs to match and in some instances leapfrog Cisco in enterprise features and functionality.”]

