CATO Networks

JANUARY 1, 2025

Digital transformation has changed how enterprises operate but its also created a tangle of complexity. SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) was coined by Gartner in 2019, who defined it as an architectural transformation representing the future of network security. The modern IT landscape is anything but simple.

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CATO Networks

MARCH 24, 2022

Back then, it was the technology for digital transformation. According to Gartner, its SASE (Secure Access Service Edge), an architecture that converges SD-WAN and security point solutions into a unified and cloud-native service. Gartner predicts that by 2024 more than 60% of SD-WAN customers will implement a SASE architecture.

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CATO Networks

JANUARY 1, 2025

These challenges can hinder productivity, stall digital transformation, and overwhelm IT teams. The question is clear: how can enterprises achieve secure, seamless, and compliant connectivity in this complex digital environment? Employees can work seamlessly, even on demanding applications.

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CATO Networks

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Introduction Since Gartner introduced the Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) category in 2019, interest from enterprises has grown substantially. SASE transforms enterprise IT through the convergence of enterprise networking and network security into a single, cloud-native, service. Questions SASE market overview 1.

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CATO Networks

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving retail landscape, where digital transformation is no longer a choice but a necessity, the importance of a robust and agile network and security infrastructure cannot be overstated. More specifically, a true SASE platforms enables seamless operation of existing retail applications and systems.

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CATO Networks

MARCH 8, 2022

SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) is a new enterprise architecture technology that converges all network and security needs, by design. By replacing all point solutions, SASE provides a unified, global and cloud-based network that supports all edges. This blog post is based on the e-book 8 SASE Drivers for Modern Enterprises .

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CATO Networks

JULY 3, 2023

If security settings are misconfigured, an organizations cloud infrastructure, services and applications could be potentially vulnerable to exploitation. Two of the most important security capabilities for the cloud are a cloud access security broker (CASB) and secure access service edge (SASE). What is a Cloud Access Security Broker?

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CATO Networks

MARCH 14, 2021

Thats a tall order as organizations undertake the simultaneous processes of digital transformation and network evolution. For most organizations, the cloud is a critical piece of their transformation. The legacy hub-and-spoke architecture is pure kryptonite to cloud application performance.

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CATO Networks

JUNE 23, 2022

This article provides IT and security professionals with actionable ideas for selecting a robust platform for digital transformation to address the network and security challenges that adversely impact their business. Many organizations neglect to consider bandwidth and capacity requirements of cloud applications.

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CATO Networks

MARCH 15, 2022

WE will offer Catos proven and mature SASE platform to enterprises of all sizes. By leveraging Catos SASE platform, WE can rapidly deploy a wide range of networking and security capabilities across locations, users, and applications to enable customers digital transformation journeys.

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CATO Networks

MAY 16, 2022

What is the security impact of this strategy on our critical applications? Core to discussing these strategies is articulating the necessity of simplification, optimization, and risk-mitigation in delivering business outcomes through network transformation. What value will the business realize through this initiative?

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CATO Networks

MARCH 5, 2020

As critical business applications migrate to the cloud, and the mobile workforce continues to grow, networking and security solutions need to evolve in order to meet the changing business needs. Applications, data, and services lived within private datacenters and relied on remote access solutions to connect remote workers.

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CATO Networks

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Evolving cloud and technological innovation have spurred digital transformation efforts. Ask Me Anything: Whats the Difference Between SSE and SASE? Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) is designed for the distributed enterprise and addresses the common shortcomings of legacy security solutions.

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CATO Networks

MARCH 22, 2022

To support these efforts, IT teams need to be prepared for digital change – by making a strategic leap towards a network and security architecture that enables rapid and agile digital transformation. As applications generate more traffic, video and data, costs are expected to go up even more.

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CATO Networks

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Balancing Act of IT Projects For many IT executives, the first challenge arises when migrating key applications to the cloud. The critical question is how to ensure that these applications remain as secure and perform as efficiently in the cloud as they did on-premises.

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CATO Networks

MARCH 10, 2022

Weve been touting the real-world benefits of Cato SASE on our Web site and in seminars, case studies, and solution briefs since the company was founded, but how do those benefits translate into hard numbers? Better application performance : We expected this result, which comes from improved network performance.

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CATO Networks

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Since its premier over a decade ago, SD-WAN was adopted by enterprises as the go-to-technology for preparing their network for the digital transformation. Indeed, SD-WAN presents an affordable solution for site-to-site connectivity and is the initial building block of WAN transformation. Move to SASE. What can IT do now?

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CATO Networks

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Moreover, traditional VPNs can introduce latency and bandwidth constraints, impacting application performance and user experience: Complexity : VPNs can be complex to manage, especially for large organizations with multiple locations and diverse user populations.

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CATO Networks

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Among the six trends that will have significant impact over the next 12 to 18 months Gartner named the Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) , sustainable technology, and heated skills competition. Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) was created by Gartner in 2019 and has repeatedly been highlighted as a transformative category.

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CATO Networks

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

The award recognizes the high value of the WAN connectivity and security the Cato SASE Cloud delivers in support of the Gnutti Carlo Group’s digital transformation initiative. “We had it all: public cloud, private cloud, and on-premises applications,” says Moser.

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CATO Networks

JULY 29, 2024

Nine years later, weve seen the Cato approach of converging security and networking into a single, cloud-native platform become the industry standardnow called SASE. Its an approach that transforms how IT manages and delivers security to support the business. With the Cato SASE Cloud Platform, though, you can.

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CATO Networks

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

According to the Q3 2024 Cato CTRL SASE Threat Report , organizations that enable TLS inspection block 52% more malicious traffic than organizations than dont. Traditional TLS inspection has posed challenges due to its operational complexity, application compatibility issues, and potential to disrupt user experience.

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CATO Networks

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Setting up DLP policies typically requires a learning period where administrators need to understand the applications in use, the specific actions taken, and the content being transferred. Moreover, a sole focus on public cloud applications can leave sensitive data vulnerable in proprietary or unsanctioned applications.

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CATO Networks

AUGUST 2, 2022

In this blog post, well explain what SSE is, how SSE is different from SASE and compare traditional SSE solutions to Cato SSE 360. In 2019, Gartner introduced the new SASE market category. SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) is the convergence of SD-WAN and network security as a cloud-native, globally-delivered service.

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CATO Networks

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Instead, VPN provides users with a secure connection to the entire network, rather than to specific applications. VPN was never designed with the purpose of delivering all users, at all locations, immediate and ongoing connectivity to enterprise applications. The business impact of SDP built into SASE is clear and immediate.

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CATO Networks

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

In the era of digital transformation, your organization might be looking for a more agile and cloud-friendly alternative to MPLS. Lets look at the four steps required for terminating your MPLS contract, so you can find more flexible solutions (like SASE ). Whats the ROI of your services after switching to SASE?

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CATO Networks

MARCH 29, 2024

The Need for Speed The rapidly evolving technology and digital transformation landscape has ushered in increased requirements for high-speed connectivity to accommodate high-bandwidth application and service demands. This is only possible with a powerful platform like Cato.

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CATO Networks

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Additionally, the cloud supports new methods of application development, such as a transition to serverless applications. The interconnection between on-prem and cloud environments and between applications within cloud deployments makes network security vital to cloud security.

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CATO Networks

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Digital transformation and the evolution of the regulatory landscape can pose significant compliance challenges for organizations. Maintaining regulatory compliance in the face of digital transformation requires security solutions designed for modern IT environments.

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CATO Networks

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

While most other pure SD-WAN and network acceleration companies were acquired (VeloCloud by VMware, CloudGenix by PAN, Viptela by Cisco) as a part of a SASE play, Riverbed stood by itself as an appliance-based point solution company. These SASE partners have one throat to choke and benefit from unmatched SLA.

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CATO Networks

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

This expansion into the cloud moves critical data and applications off-site and contributes to an increasingly distributed enterprise. Redesigning the NGFW for the Modern Business Businesses digital transformation initiatives and efforts to remain competitive in a changing marketplace have driven them to adopt new technologies.

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CATO Networks

JULY 26, 2022

But just as were getting used to the toddling SD-WAN, along came yet another even more exciting newborn, the Secure Access Service Edge (SASE). Is SD-WAN another networking technology to be cast off and forgotten in this SASE world, or does SD-WAN continue to play an important role? Thats so yesteryear or is it? Lets find out.

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CATO Networks

JANUARY 18, 2023

Digital transformation initiatives, cloud adoption, remote work, and other factors all have a significant impact on where corporate IT assets are located and how corporate networks are used. SASE/SSE offers all of the benefits of a VPN and more with none of the drawbacks.

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CATO Networks

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Cyber criminals are more adept at targeting and exploiting weaknesses in networks and applications. Faster Adoption of SASE Digital Transformation is forcing corporate networks to more rapidly evolve away from the complex, inflexible architectures of the past.

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CATO Networks

APRIL 4, 2021

This revolution is basically the digital transformation of manufacturing, with clear benefits that include better security, reduced cost, customer satisfaction, competitive differentiation, and more. Its called Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and is considered by Gartner to be transformational and the future of network security.

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CATO Networks

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Keeping pace with digital transformation and protecting against cyber threats requires a new approach to security and security architecture capable of supporting it. The Future of Security: Do All Roads Lead to SASE?

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CATO Networks

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

To be completely honest, even we were blown away by the success these companies achieved through the Cato SASE Cloud. By migrating to SASE and retiring old systems, organizations can save $2.2 Better application performance – Enabling practitioners to get their work done faster. million dollars with Cato, over three years.

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