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Advanced Systems Group Enhances Network Security with Check Point's UTM-1
Technology Category
- Cybersecurity & Privacy - Application Security
- Cybersecurity & Privacy - Endpoint Security
Applicable Industries
- Equipment & Machinery
- National Security & Defense
Applicable Functions
- Maintenance
Use Cases
- Smart Parking
- Tamper Detection
The Challenge
Advanced Systems Group (ASG), a national Open Systems integrator and certified Check Point partner, was facing growing security challenges as it expanded from a single office to multiple locations. Despite being a smaller company with just over 100 employees, ASG was dealing with significant issues related to network security. The company was using Verizon Business for the management of its wide-area network, but was dissatisfied with the limitations of their network managed firewalls. The cost was high and the bandwidth provided was insufficient for ASG's needs. ASG's Chief Information Officer, Dan Park, was looking for a solution that could provide better internet security management at a more affordable cost.
About The Customer
Advanced Systems Group (ASG) is a value-added reseller known for offering high-quality systems, service, and support. For over 27 years, ASG has been providing assessments, consulting services, and storage and data management solutions. Operating as a national Open Systems integrator, ASG helps customers meet today’s increasingly difficult IT challenges. ASG operates as a reseller and is a certified Check Point partner, custom tailoring computer systems to fit an organization's every need. By focusing on a core set of products, ASG has earned a reputable standing as a leader in the industry, backed by a proven track record of success.
The Solution
ASG decided to implement Check Point's UTM-1 Total Security appliance to address its security challenges. The UTM-1 appliance includes a proven firewall that can examine hundreds of applications, protocols, and services. It also features integrated SmartDefense™ IPS for signature- and protocol-anomaly-based intrusion prevention, protecting business-critical services from known and unknown attacks. ASG uses one UTM-1 1050 appliance at the headquarters and five UTM-1 Edge™ devices at the remote offices. The UTM-1 Edge devices allow users to connect securely via a remote tunnel or SSL type tunnel. The UTM-1 solution provided ASG with a simple, cost-effective way to secure their network.
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