Managed Security – Managed Service

With the threat environment for IT networks becoming ever more sophisticated and today’s increasingly stringent requirements around IT compliance and data management it’s more important than ever for your customers to develop and maintain an effective security solution.

There’s no denying the severe impact a security breach can have on productivity, profitability and business reputation. Your customers are increasingly reliant on their IT systems and face a growing proportionate threat to their business from intruders and disgruntled employees alike.

It’s one thing to invest in the best IT security technology available but quite another to put in place the skills, insight and resources necessary to maintain security in an ever changing threat landscape. That’s why more and more customers, especially in the mid-market are looking at security as a managed service to ensure they enjoy enterprise class protection at affordable prices.

Key advantages for your customer:

Integrated security solutions designed by specialists who understand your customers IT infrastructure and the business context
Wide ranging solutions that cover:
Security design and installation
Firewall management
Virus scanning
Patch management and upgrades
Data encryption
Intrusion detection
Vulnerability assessment and security audits
Emergency response strategy and support
Immediate access to highly skilled security specialists
Optimised security solutions employing the most sophisticated and appropriate technologies that can scale to meet dynamic security needs
Reduced IT operational costs as unnecessary technologies are eliminated and staff time is liberated
A credible security policy that will satisfy the most stringent requirements of external stakeholders.

What’s in it for you?

The ability to supply your customers in one of the most pressing and lucrative areas of IT engagement
Develop deeper relationships with customers, becoming a more trusted advisor and enjoying enhanced customer contact
Exclude security specialists from your key accounts
Leverage an extensive security solution to identify wider opportunities in the customer environment
Be confident that Avnet is delivering the highest standard of security management on your behalf, in your name
Easy to access reporting ensures you have a clear picture of the security solution being delivered at every step in the business relationship.

In today’s tough economic climate IT security is one area where budgets are consistent and the needs of customers are ever evolving. Make sure you understand how you can extend your IT security capabilities with Avnet Managed Security.

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