BUSINESS PARTNER VPN: NEEDED NOW

This document is intended to take a look at Business Partner VPN and focus on challenges now being dealt with in the face of requirements for a VPN that promises end to end security between two separate business entities and even between the users within those entities. With Web Services technologies evolving quickly the need for end to end security with Business partners is accelerating. While emphasis will be on what is yet needed, appreciation for and discussion of, what is, and why, will be offered. Business is pushing for methods to cut costs while improving performance. The promise of a cost effective Secure VPN has been with us for awhile, but when it comes to actual implementation between business partners, the promise often breaks down. This document considers what may be needed to deliver on the promise.