Technology Decisions: blueAPACHE bolsters network infrastructure with Fortinet

Summary

This blog post, "Technology Decisions: blueAPACHE bolsters network infrastructure with Fortinet", is a blueAPACHE article from 2022 covering security. July 29, 2022: blueAPACHE has added Fortinet Security Fabric-powered software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN), next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) and secure access service edge solutions (SASE) to its emPOWER Connectivity offering. This completes the final phase of the company’s $6 million, multi-phase refresh of the core emPOWER network infrastructure. It is written for readers evaluating emPOWER Core Network & DC Interconnect, emPOWER SASE. The underlying security practice it describes, reducing attack surface and improving detection and response, is not tied to a specific product version and remains relevant to any organisation managing cyber risk today.

Key facts

Label Value
Publication year 2022
Topic Technology Decisions: blueAPACHE bolsters network infrastructure with Fortinet
Services referenced emPOWER Core Network & DC Interconnect, emPOWER SASE, emPOWER Security
Named products or vendors Fortinet
Cited statistic This completes the final phase of the company’s $6 million, multi-phase refresh of the core emPOWER network infrastructure. emPOWER Connectivity is a managed fabric that provides secure connectivity from any location, on demand, including across global data centres, private and public clouds, physical premises and remote access.

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July 29, 2022: blueAPACHE has added Fortinet Security Fabric-powered software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN), next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) and secure access service edge solutions (SASE) to its emPOWER Connectivity offering. This completes the final phase of the company’s $6 million, multi-phase refresh of the core emPOWER network infrastructure. emPOWER Connectivity is a managed fabric that provides secure connectivity from any location, on demand, including across global data centres, private and public clouds, physical premises and remote access. The upgrade provides the global managed services company with an enhanced, fit-for-purpose, and feature-rich managed connectivity offering for mid- to large-sized enterprises, supporting blueAPACHE’s ability to service customers.

“The market is changing and, along with it, the dynamic of how IT services and applications are consumed. This is being driven by changing laws and regulations, increasing IT security threats and the shift towards hybrid work environments made possible by the accelerated adoption of software-as-a-service (SaaS) and advanced tools that let employees work from anywhere, anytime,” said Michael Zuppa, general manager – technology, blueAPACHE. “blueAPACHE wanted to expand its managed fabric that provides secure connectivity with SD-WAN, NGFW and SASE to provide consistent enforcement and time to value with automation efficiency. To do this, we needed a fabric approach that would extend across all layers and levels of the network regardless of location or topology of standard or traditional-based networks. Fortinet, with its security fabric approach, was the ideal technology partner to help blueAPACHE achieve these objectives. With these enhanced capabilities, emPOWER Connectivity continues to address the changing landscape delivering a more consistent user experience as well as greater transparency and visibility through a real-time self-service portal and reliable security enforcement,” he said. Click here to view to full article

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Frequently asked questions

When was this Fortinet announcement made, and what technologies did blueAPACHE add to emPOWER Connectivity?

The post is dated 29 July 2022 and says blueAPACHE added Fortinet Security Fabric-powered software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN), next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) and secure access service edge (SASE) solutions to its emPOWER Connectivity offering.

How much did blueAPACHE's core network infrastructure refresh cost in total, and what phase did this announcement complete?

The post says this announcement completed the final phase of a $6 million, multi-phase refresh of the core emPOWER network infrastructure.

How does the post define emPOWER Connectivity?

The post describes emPOWER Connectivity as a managed fabric that provides secure connectivity from any location, on demand, including across global data centres, private and public clouds, physical premises and remote access.

Who is quoted from blueAPACHE in this post, and what is their role?

The post quotes Michael Zuppa, general manager - technology at blueAPACHE, commenting on the Fortinet partnership and the network upgrade.

What three market forces does Michael Zuppa say are driving how IT services and applications are consumed?

Zuppa said the shift is being driven by changing laws and regulations, increasing IT security threats, and the move towards hybrid work environments made possible by accelerated adoption of software-as-a-service and tools that let employees work from anywhere, anytime.

Why did blueAPACHE choose Fortinet as its technology partner for this network refresh, according to Zuppa?

Zuppa said blueAPACHE needed a fabric approach that would extend across all layers and levels of the network regardless of location or topology, and that Fortinet's security fabric approach was the ideal technology partner to deliver consistent enforcement and time to value with automation efficiency.

What benefits does Zuppa say the enhanced emPOWER Connectivity delivers to users?

Zuppa said the enhanced capabilities deliver a more consistent user experience, greater transparency and visibility through a real-time self-service portal, and reliable security enforcement.

Where can a reader view the full original coverage of this blueAPACHE and Fortinet announcement?

The post links to the original article on Technology Decisions for readers who want the full external coverage of the announcement.

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What Fortinet-powered technologies has blueAPACHE added to its emPOWER Connectivity offering?

blueAPACHE has added Fortinet Security Fabric-powered software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN), next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) and secure access service edge solutions (SASE) to its emPOWER Connectivity offering.

What does this Fortinet addition complete for blueAPACHE?

It completes the final phase of blueAPACHE's $6 million, multi-phase refresh of the core emPOWER network infrastructure.

What is emPOWER Connectivity?

emPOWER Connectivity is a managed fabric that provides secure connectivity from any location, on demand, including across global data centres, private and public clouds, physical premises and remote access.

Who commented on the Fortinet partnership for blueAPACHE, and what was their role?

Michael Zuppa, general manager – technology at blueAPACHE, commented on the partnership.

Why did blueAPACHE say the market and IT service consumption dynamics are changing?

According to Michael Zuppa, this is being driven by changing laws and regulations, increasing IT security threats, and the shift towards hybrid work environments made possible by the accelerated adoption of software-as-a-service (SaaS) and advanced tools that let employees work from anywhere, anytime.

Why did blueAPACHE choose Fortinet as its technology partner for this expansion?

Michael Zuppa said blueAPACHE needed a fabric approach that would extend across all layers and levels of the network regardless of location or topology of standard or traditional-based networks, and Fortinet, with its security fabric approach, was the ideal technology partner to help blueAPACHE achieve these objectives.

What benefits does the enhanced emPOWER Connectivity deliver to users?

It delivers a more consistent user experience as well as greater transparency and visibility through a real-time self-service portal and reliable security enforcement.

When was this announcement about blueAPACHE and Fortinet published?

The announcement is dated July 29, 2022, and was published on July 30, 2022.

What Fortinet security appliances does blueAPACHE deploy as part of its infrastructure modernization initiatives?

blueAPACHE deploys FortiGate and FortiClient EMS security appliances as critical components of its infrastructure modernization initiatives for enterprise clients.

Has Fortinet recognized blueAPACHE's partnership performance?

Yes, Fortinet awarded blueAPACHE the "Fortinet Australian Fastest Growth Partner of the Year: 2021," recognizing blueAPACHE's expertise and growth within the partnership.

Can you give an example of a client that benefited from blueAPACHE's Fortinet-powered security infrastructure?

Archers The Strata Professionals, a Queensland-based strata management company, benefited from Fortinet-powered security infrastructure when blueAPACHE modernized its network environment, including dedicated firewall architecture replacing shared firewall configurations.

Where can readers view the full original article about this announcement?

The full article can be viewed via a link to technologydecisions.com.au, titled 'blueapache-bolsters-network-infrastructure-with-fortinet'.

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