Network to Code Expands Nautobot Platform by Incorporating Commercial Applications in 3.1 Release

(SeaPRwire) –   NEW YORK CITY, NY – 20/04/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – As businesses accelerate their digital transformation efforts, the capacity to automate, validate, and document network operations at scale has become increasingly vital. In response to these demands, Network to Code has launched a significant update to its Nautobot platform, signaling a new phase in the commercialization of its network automation ecosystem.

The company has announced the general availability of Nautobot 3.1, a release that introduces a collection of commercial applications and bundled offerings designed to assist organizations in streamlining network changes, ensuring compliance, and maintaining operational transparency. This update aligns with Network to Code’s broader strategy to merge open-source flexibility with enterprise-grade functionality through its evolving open-core approach.

Central to Nautobot 3.1 are two main commercial applications: OS Upgrades and Operational Compliance. These tools are intended to help IT teams implement network changes consistently, verify outcomes both before and after deployment, identify configuration drift, and keep a verifiable record of operations. According to initial deployments, organizations utilizing these applications reported an up to 80% reduction in upgrade time while achieving comprehensive compliance documentation.

Industry analysts observe that while many enterprises can execute individual network changes, scaling these changes reliably across thousands of devices remains a persistent hurdle. The introduction of these applications aims to bridge this gap by enabling automation processes that are repeatable, auditable, and risk-aware.

Modern enterprise networks, often comprising multiple vendors and complex architectures, continue to face increasing pressure to deliver agility without sacrificing stability or security. Manual validation processes and fragmented tools frequently impede progress, heightening the risk of downtime and operational inefficiencies. Nautobot 3.1 seeks to alleviate these issues by integrating validation and evidence tracking directly into automated workflows.

This release also highlights Network to Code’s shift towards an open-core business model. By building commercial applications on top of its widely adopted open-source Nautobot platform, the company aims to offer scalable solutions to its customers while preserving customization and extensibility.

To cater to a variety of deployment needs, Network to Code has introduced three commercial bundles: Nautobot Professional, Nautobot Enterprise, and Nautobot Cloud. Each package is customized for different levels of automation maturity and operational requirements.

• Nautobot Professional is designed for teams building their automation foundation, providing tools like Network Discovery for automated device identification and Insights dashboards for improved visibility into network data and automation performance.
• Nautobot Enterprise enhances these capabilities with advanced workflows and self-managed infrastructure, incorporating key applications such as OS Upgrades and Operational Compliance to support large-scale, mission-critical environments.
• Nautobot Cloud, a fully managed SaaS solution, offers all Enterprise features within a hosted environment, reducing infrastructure overhead while enabling rapid deployment and access to cloud-native functionalities. Since its launch, Nautobot Cloud has gained popularity among organizations looking to accelerate automation without the burden of managing underlying systems.

Additionally, the company has unveiled Cloud Secure Proxy, an on-premises component designed to establish secure outbound connections to Nautobot Cloud. This solution simplifies integration across distributed enterprises, including organizations with federated structures or those undergoing mergers and acquisitions, by eliminating the need for VPNs and complex network configurations.

The Nautobot 3.1 release marks a strategic advancement in Network to Code’s product-led growth strategy, strengthening its position in the network automation market while addressing the practical operational challenges faced by modern IT teams.

About Network to Code

Network to Code is a global provider of network automation solutions and the developer of Nautobot, an open-source platform for Network Source of Truth and automation. The company specializes in delivering data-driven automation based on NetDevOps principles, assisting organizations in improving network reliability, enhancing security, and reducing operational complexity. Through its software and services, Network to Code empowers enterprises to transform how networks are deployed, managed, and scaled.