Simplified SASE now available via the Lumen
Marketplace and Lumen SASE Manager
DENVER, Aug. 30,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With today's highly distributed
workforce, IT and security leaders can no longer operate
effectively using the rigid network and security approaches of the
past. That is why Lumen Technologies® (NYSE: LUMN) today
announced the launch of Lumen SASE Solutions – a first-of-its-kind,
all-digital experience for the purchase, configuration and
management of enterprise SASE.
Lumen SASE Solutions is an all-digital
experience for the purchase, configuration and management of
enterprise SASE.
Lumen SASE Solutions simplifies the purchase and management of
leading SD-WAN and security software, and leverages the Lumen
Platform to provide secure, high-performing access to any user, on
any device, in virtually any location.
"With the world changing rapidly, businesses are facing mounting
pressure to innovate and transform. Adapting risk management to
meet the demands of modern technologies, business practices, and
threats requires a pragmatic approach and practical solutions,"
said IDC research director Christopher
Rodriguez. "Lumen SASE Solutions represents an important
first-step down the digital transformation journey, with a
realistic strategy to enable the business while lowering risk."
How it Works:
- IT decision makers visit the Lumen Marketplace to learn about
SASE, select from multiple vendors, and purchase a solution based
on their unique needs.
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- A comprehensive knowledgebase guides customers through the
process so they can purchase the right network and security
capabilities for their organization.
- Customers have the option to manage their own SASE solution, or
have Lumen fully manage the deployment, implementation, and ongoing
management of their customized SASE product.
- Through the Lumen SASE Manager within the Control Center
portal, customers configure their solution by location and user;
add new sites, users, and services; and receive alerts and manage
tickets.
- Sales consultants are available to assist via chat or phone to
provide a more traditional, consultative sales experience if
desired.
"The combination of Lumen SASE Solutions on the Marketplace and
the Lumen SASE Manager is a game changer for enterprises looking
for a simplified solution to upgrade their network and
cybersecurity posture," said Darren
Wolner, senior director of SASE product management for
Lumen. "Feeling confident in the reliability and security of the
network is critical, but for companies with distributed or hybrid
workforces, this new reality has created unique security
challenges. Lumen SASE Solutions provides customers with a product
that is customized to their needs and enables them to securely
connect to applications on any device, at any time, from virtually
any location."
Lumen SASE Solutions Partners
Lumen's SASE partners
are at the heart of the new marketplace offer. Fortinet and VMware
are the first partners to offer software, on-premises equipment,
remote access clients, and Cloud Security Gateways for SD-WAN and
information security services.
"Lumen's expansive network infrastructure, cybersecurity
knowledgebase, and class-leading partner software – all available
in the Marketplace – make it easy for IT and security leaders to
choose the best solution for their unique needs," Wolner added.
"From there, the Lumen SASE Manager enables customers to quickly
configure or modify services as their businesses grow and
change."
"We're excited to bring Fortinet's converged networking and
security solutions to the Lumen Marketplace to help organizations
securely accelerate their digital transformation and
work-from-anywhere initiatives," said Nirav
Shah, vice president of products and solutions at Fortinet.
"Choosing Lumen SASE Solutions backed by Fortinet's security-driven
networking technologies is an investment in a converged solution
that is capable of supporting the dynamic, secure access needs of
modern hybrid organizations."
"Increasingly, customers are looking to their strategic partners
to deliver a complete cloud experience, that includes cloud
consumption models such as marketplaces," said Craig Connors, vice president and general
manager of VMware's SASE business. "Organizations that select Lumen
SASE Solutions with VMware can drive faster time to value with a
frictionless buying experience in the Lumen Marketplace. They can
then more quickly secure their distributed workforce and network
edge, and enable people, apps, and devices to communicate from
anywhere. The VMware SASE advantage is in delivering a unified edge
and cloud service model with a single place to manage business
policy, configuration, and monitoring."
Given the scope of the SASE model – particularly across the
range of applicable service capabilities – Lumen will continue to
add leading SASE partners throughout 2022 and 2023.
The Lumen Marketplace
Lumen's online, self-service
Marketplace offers streamlined product configurations that can be
purchased with just a few clicks. The Marketplace offers
easy-to-access solutions including Edge Bare Metal, Fiber+, and
DDoS services. Additional network, security, edge, and
collaboration solutions will be available in the coming months.
Additional Resources:
- Read more about Lumen® SASE Solutions.
- Learn the basics of SASE and how to deploy it by reading the
Lumen SASE Blog Series:
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- What Is SASE And What Problems Does It Address?
- SASE: Defining Traits & Common Use Cases
- 10 Common SASE Misconceptions
- 12 Questions You Should Ask A SASE Provider
- 6 Key Considerations For SASE Deployments
- SASE & The Lumen Platform
About Lumen Technologies and the People of
Lumen:
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best when technology advances the way we live and work. With
approximately 450,000 route fiber miles and serving customers in
more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure
platform for applications and data to help businesses, government
and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about the
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