Versa's New AI Tool Could Cut Network Downtime by 45% – Here’s How

Versa Networks, a recognized leader in Universal Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), has made a groundbreaking move with the launch of its Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server. This innovative server is designed to supercharge AI capabilities across network and security operations, making it easier and faster for IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues. The MCP Server integrates seamlessly with the VersaONE Universal SASE Platform, empowering enterprises with enhanced operational visibility, quicker response times, and an overall boost in efficiency.

AI Integration That Transforms Network and Security Operations

In the fast-paced world of network and security operations, managing multiple dashboards and interfaces often leads to inefficiency and delays. Engineers are tasked with switching between different tools to gather information, which can result in up to 70% of incident response time being wasted on data collection alone.

Enter the Versa MCP Server, which provides a unified API layer that allows AI-powered assistants like Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and internally developed copilots to query Versa systems directly. This integration offers real-time insights, reducing the time it takes to identify and resolve network and security issues.

“We created the Versa MCP Server to help our customers reduce alert fatigue and increase productivity by letting their AI tools and agents access Versa context directly – securely and intelligently,” said Apurva Mehta, CTO at Versa Networks. “And since it’s open-source and available on GitHub, teams can integrate it into their own workflows today.”

The goal is clear: help NetOps and SecOps teams spend less time switching between different tools and more time solving the problems at hand. With the MCP Server, these teams can now quickly access and aggregate data across Versa systems, from appliance status to routing summaries, all through a simple, unified interface.

Reducing Mean-Time-to-Resolution by Up to 45%

One of the most compelling advantages of the Versa MCP Server is its ability to dramatically reduce the mean-time-to-resolution (MTTR) for network and security issues. According to Sridhar Iyer, Director of Engineering for Machine Learning/AI at Versa, customers have already reported a 45% reduction in MTTR by leveraging the MCP Server’s unified visibility and intelligent context.

Network operations teams, often tasked with troubleshooting issues like connectivity problems or performance drops, can now quickly access all relevant data, including:

Appliance health metrics

Active alarm status

Device interface and path health

Routing summaries

Bandwidth measurements

By having access to this information in one location, engineers can more effectively diagnose issues and take action without the hassle of juggling multiple consoles or manually correlating data from various sources.

“We’ve seen our customers benefit from faster resolutions, less time spent gathering data, and an overall increase in productivity,” added Iyer.

Key Features of the Versa MCP Server

The Versa MCP Server is packed with key features designed to boost operational efficiency:

Comprehensive API coverage – Offers seamless access to a wide range of endpoints, from appliance status and hardware specifications to alarm data and routing configurations.

Real-time monitoring integration – Provides instant visibility into system health metrics, security violations, and service status across the Versa platform.

Unified Alarm Correlation – Centralized view of alarms across all Versa products, with filtering capabilities by severity, device, and time range.

Streamlined workflows – Simplifies access to device templates, workflows, and configuration data without the need to switch between different management systems.

Additionally, the server includes flexible resource targeting and customizable login options, allowing teams to tailor the system to their specific needs.

An Open-Source Solution for the Future of Network Operations

The Versa MCP Server is more than just a proprietary solution. Versa has made it open-source and available on GitHub, encouraging developers and network engineers to integrate it into their own workflows and customize it according to their needs. This open-access approach ensures that the tool will continue to evolve in line with customer feedback and emerging technologies.

Available now, the Versa MCP Server can be accessed at no cost, allowing businesses to start integrating AI tools into their network and security operations immediately.

The Role of the Model Context Protocol in AI

The Model Context Protocol (MCP), an open standard introduced by Anthropic in 2024, plays a central role in the success of the MCP Server. By connecting AI assistants with the systems where enterprise data resides, MCP enables AI-powered agents to provide more contextually accurate and relevant responses. This eliminates the need for fragmented, one-off integrations, allowing AI tools to scale and work seamlessly across different data repositories and business systems.

As AI adoption accelerates in the enterprise space, MCP helps organizations bridge the gap between their AI tools and live data, empowering them to unlock the full potential of automation and intelligent decision-making.

Why Versa Networks Is Leading the Charge in SASE

Versa Networks continues to lead the charge in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions, offering organizations a unified platform to secure their networks while simplifying and automating their infrastructure. Powered by AI, the VersaONE Universal SASE Platform is trusted by thousands of customers worldwide, including enterprises with millions of users across hundreds of thousands of sites.

The Versa MCP Server is the latest example of Versa’s commitment to driving innovation in network security, helping businesses stay ahead of emerging threats while optimizing operational efficiency.