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Cisco Meraki Cloud-Managed Networking
Cisco Meraki is the industry-leading cloud-managed networking platform that gives businesses complete visibility and control over their entire network from a single online dashboard. Meraki access points, firewalls, switches and security cameras are all centrally managed through the Meraki cloud — enabling simplified network administration, enhanced security, improved wireless performance and significant cost reduction compared to traditional on-premise networking hardware.
Take Control of Your Network
At Cloudswitched, we provide a full range of Cisco Meraki products with a complete end-to-end solution for upgrading your business internet infrastructure and migrating your network devices to Cisco Meraki.
Make the switch with us to experience the following benefits:
- Minimised downtime
- Maximised efficiency
- Superior security
- Business continuity
- Enhanced performance
- Ultimate control
- Peace of mind
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Smarter Troubleshooting
Work smarter, not harder with Cisco Meraki. Troubleshooting is made easy, so you can keep your business moving.
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Ultimate Control
For seamless network management at your fingertips, look no further than Cisco Meraki. Enjoy ease of use and the ultimate level of control, with a centralised dashboard through which you can effortlessly manage and monitor your networks.
What makes us different?
We offer a unique and complete end-to-end solution for a stress free transitioning to Cisco Meraki. We pride ourselves on offering a value based packaged service, with which we ensure complete satisfaction through the use of a detailed and granular process., so we don't miss a thing!
Our workplace integration and optimisation allow you to hit the ground running, promoting business continuity and enhanced performance from the get go.
We have multiple Cisco certifications within our engineer base and have completed over 50 successful migrations in the last year. This complete with our transparent licensing setup means you can rest assured knowing your business is in safe hands.
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What is cloud-managed networking?
Understanding why businesses are replacing traditional networking equipment with Cisco Meraki cloud-managed solutions.
The end of complex network management
Traditional business networking requires individual configuration of every switch, firewall and access point — often through command-line interfaces that require specialist networking knowledge. Updates, security patches and policy changes must be applied device by device. Troubleshooting requires physical access or complex remote management tools. For businesses without dedicated network engineers, this creates a constant operational burden.
Cisco Meraki cloud-managed networking eliminates this complexity entirely. Every Meraki device — access points, switches, firewalls and security cameras — is managed through a single, intuitive cloud dashboard. Configuration changes are pushed across your entire network in seconds. Firmware updates happen automatically. Network health, client devices and security threats are visible in real time from anywhere in the world.
Why Cisco Meraki?
Cisco Meraki is trusted by hundreds of thousands of organisations worldwide — from small businesses to enterprise. The Meraki platform includes MR wireless access points for high-density Wi-Fi, MS switches for wired network infrastructure, MX security appliances for firewall, VPN and SD-WAN functionality, and MV smart cameras for physical security. All managed from one dashboard, with one licensing model.
For multi-site businesses, Meraki is transformative. You can manage the networks of every office, warehouse or retail location from a single pane of glass. SD-WAN capabilities enable automatic failover between internet connections, intelligent traffic routing and site-to-site VPN — without the complexity and cost of traditional WAN infrastructure.
How our Cisco Meraki migration works
A structured approach to migrating your business network to Cisco Meraki cloud-managed infrastructure.
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Network Assessment & Design
We survey your current network infrastructure — switches, firewalls, access points, structured cabling and internet connectivity. We design the target Meraki architecture, selecting the right MR, MS, MX and MV devices for your environment, and plan the migration to minimise disruption.
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Licensing & Procurement
We handle all Cisco Meraki licensing and hardware procurement. Our transparent licensing setup means you know exactly what you're paying for — no hidden costs. We pre-configure all devices in our workshop before arriving onsite, so deployment is fast and clean.
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Deployment & Migration
Our certified Cisco engineers install and configure your new Meraki equipment — access points, switches, firewalls and any additional devices. We migrate your network policies, VLAN configurations and firewall rules, and ensure every device is online and reporting to the Meraki dashboard.
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Optimisation & Handover
Post-deployment, we optimise wireless channel planning, firewall rules and traffic shaping for peak performance. We train your team on the Meraki dashboard and provide ongoing management and support to keep your cloud-managed network running at its best.
Enterprise Networking & SD-WAN Solutions
SD-WAN, Wi-Fi 6, multi-site networking and Meraki licensing — everything your network needs to perform.
SD-WAN & Software-Defined Networking
SD-WAN transforms how multi-site businesses connect their offices, data centres and cloud services. Using Cisco Meraki MX appliances, we deploy software-defined WAN solutions that intelligently route traffic across multiple internet connections, prioritise business-critical applications and provide automatic failover — all managed from a single cloud dashboard. SD-WAN replaces expensive MPLS circuits with flexible, cost-effective connectivity.
Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E & Multi-Site Networking
Modern offices demand modern wifi solutions. We deploy Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E access points that deliver faster speeds, lower latency and better performance in high-density environments. For businesses with multiple locations, our multi-site networking solutions provide centralised management across every office — consistent policies, unified monitoring and secure site-to-site connectivity through Cisco Meraki's cloud-managed platform.
Meraki Licensing & Network as a Service
Cisco Meraki licensing can be complex — we simplify it. We advise on the right Meraki licensing tier for your needs, manage renewals and ensure you're never over-provisioned. For businesses that want to treat their network as a fully managed service, our Network as a Service (NaaS) offering covers hardware, licensing, configuration, monitoring and support in a single predictable monthly fee. Meraki pricing is transparent and we pass through any savings directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cisco Meraki and our cloud networking services. Get in touch if you need more detail.
What is the difference between Meraki and traditional networking?
Traditional networking hardware requires device-by-device configuration, manual firmware updates and specialist knowledge. Cisco Meraki is cloud-managed — every device is configured, monitored and updated through a single online dashboard. This dramatically reduces management complexity, speeds up troubleshooting and provides real-time visibility across your entire network.
How does Meraki licensing work?
Meraki hardware requires a cloud management license — typically purchased in 1, 3, 5, 7 or 10-year terms. The license covers cloud management, firmware updates, support and all dashboard features. Longer terms offer significant discounts. We handle all licensing as part of our service, with transparent pricing and no hidden extras.
Can Meraki replace our existing firewall?
Yes. The Meraki MX security appliance is a full-featured next-generation firewall with built-in intrusion detection, content filtering, malware protection, site-to-site VPN and SD-WAN capabilities — all managed from the Meraki cloud dashboard. For most SMBs, the MX replaces both the firewall and the VPN concentrator in a single device.
How long does a Meraki deployment take?
A typical single-site deployment for a business of 20-100 users takes one to two days onsite. Pre-configuration is done in our workshop beforehand, so onsite time is focused on physical installation and testing. Multi-site rollouts are phased over multiple days or weeks depending on the number of locations.
Is Meraki suitable for multi-site businesses?
Meraki is ideal for multi-site businesses. The cloud dashboard gives you centralised visibility and control over every location's network. SD-WAN functionality enables intelligent traffic routing, automatic failover and site-to-site VPN — making multi-site networking simple and cost-effective compared to traditional MPLS or dedicated WAN circuits.
Do you provide ongoing Meraki management?
Yes. Our managed network service includes ongoing monitoring, configuration changes, firmware management, security policy updates and troubleshooting via the Meraki dashboard. We also provide regular network health reports so you have full visibility into your network's performance and security posture.