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What did blueAPACHE announce on 21 July 2022 regarding Fortinet?
On 21 July 2022, blueAPACHE announced it had added Fortinet Security Fabric-powered capabilities—software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN), next-generation firewalls (NGFWs), and secure access—to its connectivity offering.
Which blueAPACHE service did the Fortinet integration enhance?
The Fortinet integration was added to emPOWER Connectivity, blueAPACHE's managed WAN service that bundles SD-WAN, next-generation firewalls, and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) infrastructure.
What security features did emPOWER Connectivity already offer before the Fortinet addition?
emPOWER Connectivity already delivered unified threat protection (UTP) including intrusion prevention systems (IPS), advanced malware protection, application control, and web filtering.
What uptime guarantee does emPOWER Connectivity provide?
emPOWER Connectivity guarantees a minimum of 99.99% uptime under specified redundant site designs.
How does blueAPACHE monitor and support the emPOWER Connectivity service?
blueAPACHE provides 24/7 network monitoring through its Network Operations Centre, and its service desk is available 7am–7pm on business days for support inquiries.
Does blueAPACHE have an established relationship with Fortinet?
Yes, blueAPACHE previously received Fortinet's Australian Fastest Growth Partner of the Year award in 2021, reflecting an established working relationship with the security vendor.
Which organisations is the Fortinet-enhanced connectivity offering particularly relevant for?
The enhancement is particularly relevant for mid-market and enterprise organisations operating across multiple locations with distributed workforces and multi-site operations.
What broader strategy does the Fortinet capability addition reflect for blueAPACHE?
It reflects blueAPACHE's ongoing strategy of integrating multiple technology vendors into its converged IT-as-a-Service framework.