Cloud channel firm rhipe (ASX: RHP) and leading cyber security company Symantec have agreed to come together to offer Symantec’s Endpoint Protection Cloud solution.
Endpoint is an industry-leading Security As A Service (SAAS) developed to protect small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) from targeted attacks and ransomware.
Under this partnership, rhipe will offer Symantec’s Endpoint Protection Cloud solution across its extensive network of 2,000+ partners in Australia, New Zealand and Asia.
rhipe’s CEO, Dominic O’Hanlon, said that with the adoption of cloud computing and mobile technology, SMBs are working harder to protect employees across a diverse set of devices, while at the same time securing against new cyber threats.
“Symantec Endpoint Protection Cloud provides a market leading single cloud-based console for endpoint protection, management, mobility and encryption, bringing users a solution that simplifies management and reduces total cost of operation, typical pain points for SMBs.
“This solution offers comprehensive capabilities in a streamlined security-as-a-service offering that is ideal for our channel partners across APAC,” Mr O’Hanlon said.
According to Chris Sharp, Chief Strategy Officer at rhipe, security is complex and constantly evolving in the face of increasingly sophisticated attacks.
“Symantec Endpoint Protection Cloud adds a vital layer of granular protection, particularly for those channel partners who are wanting to build their own Clouds – allowing them to build even more secure solutions for their customers. We’re also pleased to offer Symantec’s Security-as-a-Service hosted solution in all 18 markets across Asia Pacific, although our initial focus markets are the mature markets in ANZ and South-East Asia.”
Edwin Yeo, Vice President, Channels & Alliances, Asia Pacific, Symantec said rhipe is one of the prominent cloud channel companies in Asia Pacific and Symantec’s Integrated Cyber Defense Platform focuses on empowering the businesses to securely embrace the cloud.
“With this partnership, Symantec will expand its outreach significantly and provide a cloud-based solution with all the features necessary to keep our SMB customers’ information secure. Furthermore, the solution’s seamless andeasy management will be a welcome relief for overstretched IT department.”
