As tech makes life easier for customers, cybersecurity often becomes a greater focus for solution providers.
That's also true with 5G networking - where higher bandwidth and ubiquity have supported the proliferation of remote offices and WFA. And you may not even get to pause to catch your breath:
5G Americas, an advocacy group, says 2024 ended with almost 2 billion 5G connections worldwide and forecasts the number to grow to 7.7 billion by 2028.
Solution providers must consider the best technology and technology partner to meet the moment. At the top of the list is Fortinet, which pioneered the combination of networking and cybersecurity. Fortinet developed its Secure SD-Branch solution with these challenges in mind.
Fortinet's Secure SD-Branch enhances its SD-WAN technology by integrating networking and security features throughout the entire branch IT system, including the WAN edge, access layer, and endpoints.
5G Transformed Everything
“The arrival of 5G transformed the landscape of branch connectivity. With ultra-high speeds, low latency, and the ability to support more devices simultaneously, 5G has been a game-changer for organizations with distributed networks, enabling faster operations, enhanced collaboration, and increased productivity,” writes Wendy Wang, Fortinet director of product marketing.
“However, adopting 5G has highlighted significant challenges for organizations securing and managing their 5G networks,” Wang said.
Secure SD-Branch, which comes out of the Fortinet Security Fabric, extends networking and cybersecurity from the edge of the WAN to the branch office. The solution provides coverage of edge devices and leverages the energy efficiency of the FortiGate 50G Next-Generation Firewall.
Add AI-powered analytics for threat protection, and a solution provider’s message to customers with Secure SD-Branch is clear: Fortinet provides a blueprint for full coverage.
Best of Breed
A critical power of Secure SD-Branch is that it delivers best-of-breed security throughout a network to devices at the network's endpoint - whether the communications are wired or wireless.
For solution providers, it allows them to meet global requirements and regulatory compliance from A to Z in a network.
“By integrating advanced security capabilities, high-speed connectivity, and sustainable design into a single platform, Fortinet empowers businesses to achieve operational excellence, deliver measurable value, protect sensitive data, ensure business continuity, and reduce environmental impact,” Wang said.
You can find more information about Fortinet Secure SD-Branch here.