COVER STORY
clock by Node4 ’ s team of expert security analysts – which removed the need for us to hire an Information Security team .”
The results
An IT network that delivers on its promises
Today , Node4 ’ s Secure SD-WAN forms the backbone of ArrowXL ’ s network technology . Its centralised provisioning , consistent performance , network traffic visibility and ease of deployment have played a pivotal role in ensuring that deliveries happen on time and with minimal stress for customers , warehouse personnel and drivers . No matter where and when there are spikes in usage , Node4 ’ s SD-WAN can adapt and maintain network speeds – ensuring the system is not overloaded and does not crash . The solution also features a next-generation firewall at each location to protect users from internal and external cyberthreats .
“ Node4 ’ s Secure SD-WAN provides us with a faster , more robust IT network that , to date , hasn ’ t experienced any significant outages ,” explains Hopkins . “ There ’ s no doubt that this leading-edge technology has delivered significant benefits to our business . We now have a resilient network that spans all our main locations , with plans to roll it out to all our outbases .
“ We expect to see further longer-term benefits as ArrowXL continues to evolve and grow . Node4 ’ s SD-WAN will enable us to manage that change , allowing us to add or remove sites as necessary . It means we can be more flexible , adaptable and agile in our approach .”
Enhanced IT security
Within two weeks of mobilisation , the SOC had already demonstrated its worth – identifying and isolating several accounts targeted by cybercriminals . It confirmed Hopkins ’ belief that taking a managed service approach to security was the correct choice . To hire a suitably qualified manager plus several analysts to provide the 24-hour coverage required would cost significantly more than using the Node4 managed threat and detect service and wouldn ’ t deliver an equivalent service .
“ Our sector has suffered an increasing number of cyberattacks in recent months , so it ’ s an incredible relief to know we have that skill on tap to neutralise these threats when they present themselves ,” said Hopkins .
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