A live demo is one of the easiest ways to see if Auvik fits your network management needs. In just one session, a product expert walks you through core workflows, highlights features that matter to your team, and answers your toughest questions — no setup required.
If you’re thinking about switching network monitoring solutions, a demo can be more helpful than a trial. It cuts through the noise and shows you exactly how Auvik compares to what you’re using now.
With that in mind, this article will explore the Auvik demo in detail including what you can expect, how to prepare for the demo, and who to include in the process.
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What is typically covered in an Auvik demo?
An Auvik demo walks through the major workflows involved in deploying, configuring, and using the network management platform. The exact length of the demo can vary, but typically, 45 minutes is booked. Key segments of our free demo often include:
- Auvik deployment – The three Auvik Network Management (ANM) installation options and how to complete deployment in under an hour.
- Multi-site management – Details on how multiple sites in Auvik enable managed service providers (MSPs) and IT to manage multiple customers, campuses, locations, and offices.
- Network discovery and inventory – An overview of how Auvik discovers network devices, networks, and creates an inventory.
- Network visualization and network topology maps – How network maps are created and network connections are visualized in ANM.
- Network performance monitoring – A demonstration of Auvik’s performance monitoring capabilities.
- Alerting – Drilling into the ANM platforms 60+ ready-to-use and customizable alerts related to network devices, availability, and performance.
- Network troubleshooting and bottleneck identification – Using ANM capabilities, including traffic Insights and network traffic analysis to troubleshoot network problems and address bottlenecks.
- Automated network documentation and configuration backup – How ANM automatically keeps network docs up-to-date and performs configuration backups for network devices.
- Using syslog for data management – An overview of how teams can ingest syslog data into the Auvik platform for enhanced network visibility.
Of course, the beauty of a live demo is that it can be customized to address your specific use cases. Communicating your network management requirements (more on that below) allows your Auvik subject matter expert (SME) to tailor the demo to focus on what matters most to you.
For a practical example of the different areas an Auvik demo can cover, check out the ~7 minute demo video below before you sign up for your own SME-lead session that drills into your use cases.
Who should attend the Auvik demo?
The right stakeholders can supercharge a demo and help ensure key business questions are addressed during the session. Fundamentally, the people responsible for installation, day-to-day operations, network security, and network management decision-making are the right audience.
Typically, that means including a handful of stakeholders, such as:
- IT or MSP manager
- Network admins
- Security engineers
- Executive sponsor
How to prepare for your Auvik demo
The key to a successful Auvik demo is ensuring the right people and business context are available when you meet your Auvik SME for the session. From a scheduling perspective, check your team’s calendars for a good 45-minute (the standard Auvik demo invite length) window that allows key stakeholders to attend.
Before the demo, prepare the following key talking points to help guide the discussion with your Auvik expert:
- Network management pain points – A list of the key network management, visibility, and troubleshooting challenges your team faces.
- Must-have features – If your organization has specific requirements to support a particular feature (e.g., live network maps, webooks, management APIs, etc.) or third-party integrations.
- Questions about your specific use cases – No two networks are exactly the same. Work with stakeholders to list questions about specific use cases and workflows you’d like your Auvik SME to answer during the demo.
How to get started with an Auvik demo
Getting started with an Auvik demo is as easy as 1-2-3. Here are the steps:
- Fill out the demo signup form
To begin requesting an Auvik demo, access the Auvik demo signup form and provide these details:
- First and last name
- Business email
- Phone number
- Company name
- Description of your organization
- Number of employees at your company
- Book a time that works for your team
After completing the form, you’ll be prompted to pick a time for the demo. Select a 45-minute window that works for all of the required stakeholders from your team.
- Meet with an Auvik expert
After you select a time for the demo, your session will be booked, and you’ll receive a name for the Auvik SME who will lead the session. Ensure all the key stakeholders accept the invitation and prepare your questions before the demo.
Book an Auvik demo
See how Auvik simplifies network management in a live, guided demo.
Questions to ask your subject matter expert in an Auvik demo
Good questions are the best way you can maximize value in a demo. Your Auvik expert will know network management and the Auvik platform. Your team can bring the additional business context that gives the session laser focus on your business goals. I recommend brainstorming questions with stakeholders before the demo to ensure you develop a list that is most relevant to your use cases.
Here are 7 of my favorite demo questions and how they can be valuable.
- Can you show me how Auvik would map and monitor my specific network setup? Calling out specific network topologies, devices, and network protocol requirements allows you to drive the discussion towards practical use in your environment.
- Can you walk me through setting up alerts for critical network issues? Balancing incident response with alert fatigue is a common IT challenge. Exploring how Auvik simplifies alerts and enables customization can help your team understand how ANM can help with the network alerting problem.
- How does Auvik’s configuration backup and rollback work in case of network failures? Effective change management and the ability to revert to known working configurations can save MSPs and IT teams a lot of trouble. Understanding how these features work can help address use cases teams may be handling already.
- Can you show me how Auvik integrates with the tools we already use? If you have tools in your tech stack that are must-haves, drilling into whether there is already a prebuilt integration or if Auvik’s application programming interface (API) or webhook capabilities can help are a great demo topic.
- What does onboarding look like, and how quickly can we start seeing value from Auvik? There are three primary deployment types. Typically, initial deployment takes 15 minutes or less, and users begin to see valuable insights within an hour. Aligning with your Auvik expert on which approach makes sense in your environment can help you decide on the right deployment model.
- How does Auvik handle user management? Organizations typically have requirements for single sign-on (SSO) and role-based access control (RBAC). Your Auvik SME can help you understand how Auvik can meet these requirements and explore specific use cases in detail.
- What does a “good” network map look like? Auvik has the best network maps in the industry, and an Auvik network map can uncover problems teams may not realize exist. Knowing what a good network map looks like can make your team more effective troubleshooters and Auvik users.
What happens after the free demo?
After your demo, you should have enough information to move on to the next step in selecting the right network management platform for your needs. Depending on where you are in that process, there are a few next steps your team may want to take. Here’s a breakdown of common post-demo actions and how you can complete them:
- Start a free (no credit card required) trial – A free ANM trial allows you to implement the Auvik platform in your network and put what your Auvik expert demonstrated to the test on your devices.
- Access an Auvik sandbox – The Auvik sandbox provides a middle ground between an expert-led demo and a free trial. You can sign up for Auvik sandbox access to get hands-on with the platform without deploying it in your network or spinning up your own lab environment.
- Request pricing – If you’re ready to make a purchase, ask an Auvik representative for pricing or fill out this simple Auvik pricing estimate form.
- Learn more – If you’d like to drill further into details on the Auvik platform or network management, the Frankly IT blog, resource hub, and Auvik support knowledge base are great resources to explore.
Auvik demo FAQs
The Auvik demo FAQs below address common questions that can help your team before and after your expert-led demo.
How long does the demo take?
Auvik demos are typically around 45 minutes. The length of a demo will vary depending on the use cases covered and the questions from participants.
Do I need to install anything before the demo?
No. Your Auvik SME will perform the demo, and you do not need to install anything prior to your Auvik demo.
Can I try Auvik on my own network after the demo?
Yes! You can sign up for a free (no credit card required) 14-day Auvik Network Management trial here.
Can I try Auvik for free?
Yes! Auvik trials (and demos) are free. No credit card is required for an Auvik free trial or Auvik demo.
How do I schedule a follow-up if I have more questions
Contact your Auvik expert or reach out to our sales team if you have more questions after a demo or during an Auvik free trial.
Where can I request Auvik Network Management pricing?
You can request Auvik Network Management pricing using this simple form.
Can I also demo Auvik Saas Management (ASM)?
Yes! Teams that want to learn more about Auvik SaaS Management (ASM) can sign up for a free expert-led demo or view John Harden’s fireside chat and ASM demo with Tom Lawrence.
Book an Auvik demo today
An Auvik demo is a great way to take the next step towards choosing a network management solution that addresses your business needs. Requesting a demo takes about 2 minutes and you get to choose the date and time. Sign up for your free Auvik demo today!
Book an Auvik demo
See how Auvik simplifies network management in a live, guided demo.
