Forward recognized for trust, innovation, and a people-first culture
Great Place To Work® and Fortune have named Forward one of the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Technology™. It is the third consecutive year Forward has earned a place on the list.
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Forward is redefining how enterprises manage and secure their networks. Our mathematically accurate digital twin gives teams the understanding and verification essential to running secure, resilient hybrid networks. That foundation becomes a prerequisite as enterprises turn to AI agents and automation to operate at machine speed. As the leader in safer agentic NetOps and trustworthy autonomous networking at scale, Forward is a place where talented people do innovative work that matters, in a culture that supports collaboration and growth. The recognition, based on confidential employee feedback, reflects that commitment.
To determine the list, Great Place To Work analyzed confidential survey feedback representing over 1.3 million U.S. employees. Rankings are based on employee experiences regarding trust, innovation, company values, and leadership.
“In the past year, our team has launched Forward Predict, a first-of-its-kind capability that enables networking and security teams to know the impact of network changes before they are made, providing a critical foundation for safe agentic operations,” said David Erickson, CEO and Co-Founder, Forward. “That kind of demanding work takes a culture that empowers creativity and lets people see the impact of what they build. Being named a Best Workplace in Technology for the third year in a row shows we’ve built a company where people want to join, grow, and do the best work of their careers.”
The Best Workplaces in Technology list stands out for acknowledging organizations that prove a people-first approach drives success in the tech sector. Honorees excel at creating collaborative cultures, meaningful work-life balance, and supportive environments.
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