Network security is a must for any business and must never be overlooked . It will make sure your company runs smoothly and protect your network from breaches and threats . Prashant R . Menon , Channel Manager – UAE , Check Point Software Technologies , Middle East , explains how Check Point helps the channel ensure top network security .

Prashant R . Menon , Channel Manager – UAE , Check Point Software Technologies , Middle East

Network security involves access control , virus and antivirus software , application security , network analytics , types of networkrelated security ( endpoint , web , wireless ), firewalls , VPN encryption and more .

Network security is vital in protecting client data and information , keeping shared data secure and ensuring reliable access and network performance as well as protection from cyberthreats . A well designed network security solution reduces overhead expenses and safeguards organisations from costly losses that occur from a data breach or other security incident . Ensuring legitimate access to systems , applications and data enables business operations and delivery of services and products to customers .

How does your company help organisations obtain the security they need from the channel community that already serves them ?

Check Point Software Technologies provides cybersecurity solutions to enterprise IT organisations across the world . The channel community plays an important role in helping us cater to our customers ’ security needs . As cloud adoption picks up in the region , there is huge opportunity for our partners to reach out to many more new customers , help them leverage our market leading solutions and expand our regional footprint .

We ’ ve launched a number of channel initiatives with select partners to reach new

customers where partners already have a relationship , typically termed ‘ whitespace ’. We are always keen to expand our channel community and engage with new partners who possess expertise in specialised domains such as Internet of Things ( IOT ).

With remote work being the new norm , challenges in accessing corporate resources through secure access was one of the most common needs .

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