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Motorola Solutions acquires ruggedised Videotec M otorola Solutions has announced it has acquired Videotec S . p . A ., a global provider of ruggedised video security solutions based in Italy .
Videotec ’ s fixed and Pan , Tilt and Zoom ( PTZ ) cameras are designed to withstand the extreme conditions and hazardous environments of critical infrastructure , specifically ports , energy and transportation , where video security is imperative . Videotec ’ s portfolio enables security operators to have clear visibility across these settings to quickly detect and respond to abnormal events or dangerous situations , reducing safety threats and supporting Business Continuity .
“ Protecting the security and operational continuity of critical infrastructure is vital to our cities and businesses ,” said Greg Brown , Chairman and CEO , Motorola Solutions . “ With Videotec ’ s specialised suite of cameras , we ’ re extending the breadth of our portfolio to help secure and support the demanding environments of these complex , essential industries .”
The acquisition of Videotec complements Motorola Solutions ’ line of fixed video cameras , expanding its portfolio and reinforcing the company ’ s position as a global leader in video security solutions .
“ We ’ re excited to join Motorola Solutions , bringing our technical expertise in extreme environment camera design to continue driving their mission as a global leader in video security ,” said Alessio Grotto , CEO , Videotec . “ Together we will continue to innovate technologies that stand up to some of the most challenging conditions – protecting people , enabling productivity and supporting business continuity for essential industries around the world .”
Fortinet Training Institute accelerates mission towards closing cybersecurity skills gap
ortinet , a global leader in broad , integrated and
F automated cybersecurity solutions , has announced significant progress toward its mission to help close the cybersecurity skills gap through its Training Institute programmes . In September 2021 , Fortinet pledged to train 1 million people in cybersecurity as part of the company ’ s commitment to address the cybertalent shortage . Through the Fortinet Training Institute programmes – including the NSE Certification programme , the Education Outreach programme and the Academic Partner programme – Fortinet is progressing on its pledge to train 1 million people on cybersecurity by 2026 .
are focused on providing the company ’ s award-winning training curriculum to security professionals , as well as expanding learning and career opportunities for anyone interested in cybersecurity , regardless of background or life experience . u
According to Fortinet ’ s global 2022 Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report , 80 % of breaches can be attributed to a lack of cybersecurity skills and / or awareness . Additionally , 64 % of organisations experienced breaches that resulted in loss of revenue , recovery costs and / or fines . Given the gravity of the cyberskills gap and its direct impact on organisations ’ bottom line , business leaders consider the talent shortage one of their biggest challenges and acknowledge cybertraining and awareness is a critical component of their security strategy .
To help address this top-of-mind concern , Fortinet ’ s Training Advancement Agenda ( TAA ) and Training Institute programmes
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