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Dave Rogers , SVP Alliances and Global Channel Sales , Netskope

BT ’ s data shows that hybrid working is now a requirement for 76 % of global workers , which is driving a requirement for more agile , secure connectivity . SSE helps deliver an excellent user experience by keeping workers productive while providing increased visibility and control of network , applications , and data .

BT Group is the UK ’ s provider of fixed and mobile telecommunications and related secure digital products , solutions and services . BT also provides managed telecommunications , security and network and IT infrastructure services to customers across 180 countries .

BT Group consists of three customer-facing units : Consumer serves individuals and families in the UK ; Business covers companies and public services in the UK and internationally ; Openreach is an independently governed , wholly owned subsidiary wholesaling fixed access infrastructure services to its customers – over 650 communication providers across the UK .

The partnership will leverage Netskope ’ s SSE leadership and global security private cloud footprint NewEdge , along with BT ’ s global footprint and deep , established relationships with some of the world ’ s largest organisations .

In 2023 , Netskope Intelligent SSE was recognised for the second year in a row as a Vendor in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Security Service Edge , SSE . The report showed Netskope to have the highest Ability to Execute and to be furthest in Completeness of Vision in the 2023 Magic Quadrant for SSE . Netskope already integrates with many of BT ’ s strategic vendors and technology integration partners including Microsoft , AWS , and CrowdStrike , enabling it to easily become a part of customers ’ technology stack .

Dave Rogers , SVP Alliances and Global Channel Sales at Netskope commented , “ We are excited to strengthen our collaboration with BT , addressing a key concern for global CIOs and CISOs : security transformation . BT clients will benefit from robust security measures to minimise the risk of cyber threats while aiding in meeting compliance standards , and employees will see a boost in productivity via excellent user experiences .”

Tausif Awan , Global Solution Sales Director at BT commented , “ BT ’ s focus is always on providing strong connectivity with the best possible experiences for our customers . Increasingly , for our business customers that means helping them navigate the access needs of a hybrid workforce while ensuring the safety of corporate systems and data . We are always working to ensure we are partnered with the market technology innovators to be able to meet our customers ’ needs , and Netskope will be an important partner for us moving forward .”

BT provides managed telecommunications , security and network and IT infrastructure services to customers across 180 countries . Netskope Intelligent SSE provides granular visibility and real-time data and threat protection for cloud services , websites , and private apps accessed from anywhere , on any device . •

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