Forward Networks
Network digital twin platform delivering mathematically accurate network modeling, path analysis, and security compliance verification
About
Forward Networks builds Forward Enterprise, a network digital twin platform. It creates a software model of an organization's network so operators can query it like a database, trace every possible path, check security policy compliance, and catch configuration drift. Supports 30+ network vendors.
In early 2026 the company shipped Forward AI, which lets users ask questions in natural language, get verified answers grounded in the digital twin, and take action across the network from the same interface.
Founded by David Erickson, Nikhil Handigol, Brandon Heller, and Peyman Kazemian. Customers include Goldman Sachs, Verizon, PayPal, Fiserv, S&P Global, Vodafone, Dell, and IBM. Stated mission: "Transforming networks to be agile, reliable and secure."