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What did blueAPACHE announce on 21 July 2022?

blueAPACHE announced that it had added Fortinet Security Fabric-powered software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN), next-generation firewalls (NGFWs), and secure access capabilities to its connectivity offering.

Which blueAPACHE service was enhanced with Fortinet capabilities?

blueAPACHE's emPOWER Connectivity offering was enhanced by incorporating Fortinet security solutions into its managed wide-area network (WAN) service.

What technologies were already bundled into emPOWER Connectivity before the Fortinet addition?

emPOWER Connectivity already bundled software-defined WAN (SD-WAN), next-generation firewalls, secure access service edge (SASE), and Cisco carrier-class core networking into a single managed solution.

What benefits does the Fortinet integration provide to blueAPACHE customers?

The Fortinet integration provides customers with network security integration (Fortinet solutions built directly into the managed connectivity service), unified management (consolidated security and network management through a single platform), and enterprise-grade protection via access to Fortinet's proven security technologies as part of the broader emPOWER portfolio.

Has Fortinet recognized blueAPACHE with any awards?

Yes, Fortinet recognized blueAPACHE as its 'Australian Fastest Growth Partner of the Year' in 2021, reflecting the strength and growth trajectory of their partnership in the Australian market.

What does the blueAPACHE-Fortinet partnership demonstrate about blueAPACHE's business focus?

The partnership underscores blueAPACHE's commitment to delivering best-in-class security and networking solutions to its customers across Australia, New Zealand, and globally.

Who authored the original article about blueAPACHE's Fortinet capability addition?

The article was authored by IT Brief Australia.