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Stolt-Nielsen Enhances Efficiency and Security with Zscaler and VMware
Technology Category
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) - Cloud Databases
- Sensors - GPS
Applicable Industries
- Chemicals
- Transportation
Applicable Functions
- Logistics & Transportation
- Quality Assurance
Use Cases
- Traffic Monitoring
- Transportation Simulation
Services
- Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services
- Testing & Certification
The Challenge
Stolt-Nielsen Limited, a global leader in the transportation and storage of specialty chemicals and other bulk liquids, was facing challenges in maintaining a quality user experience for its offices and remote users due to its traditional WAN with MPLS connections. The company found this system to be inefficient and inconsistent with its overall cloud strategy. The MPLS contracts were expensive, had long-term commitments, and made new locations difficult to deploy. The company’s on-premises gateway security solution lacked the flexibility to handle cloud and SaaS traffic, had limited security monitoring functionality, and provided no protection for local breakouts, remote employees, or road warriors. Moreover, the company funneled traffic to a data center in Europe for egress to the internet, causing latency issues for locations in other parts of the world. This resulted in a poor user experience and growing frustration among employees in many locations across the Americas and the AsiaPacific region.
About The Customer
Stolt-Nielsen Limited is a global leader in the transportation and storage of specialty chemicals and other bulk liquids. The company operates three major businesses: Stolt Tankers, Stolthaven Terminals, and Stolt Tank Containers. Founded in 1959 by Jacob Stolt-Nielsen, the company operates the world’s largest fleet of chemical and parcel tankers. With more than 150 tankers, 50 locations worldwide, and 6,500 employees, Stolt-Nielsen prides itself on being a global company focused on innovation, quality, safety, and sustainability. The company is headquartered in Bermuda and has operations worldwide.
The Solution
To address these challenges, Stolt-Nielsen decided to deploy VMware SD-WAN to route branch traffic more efficiently from its locations worldwide, including allowing users to go direct-to-cloud for the best experience. To secure the traffic in these locations, as well as for remote users, the company deployed Zscaler Internet Access™ (ZIA™). Zscaler™ and VMware SD-WAN worked together to optimize and secure local internet breakouts in all branches, providing users with fast and secure access to the internet and cloud applications from every location without the cost and complexity of traditional network and security appliances. The deployment of ZIA for Stolt-Nielsen was completed in a matter of days, enabling the company’s management to see immediate results.
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