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	First class logistics needs first class security

First class logistics needs first class security

Technology Category	Cybersecurity & Privacy - Endpoint Security Cybersecurity & Privacy - Intrusion Detection Cybersecurity & Privacy - Network Security
Applicable Functions	Business Operation Facility Management
Services	Software Design & Engineering Services System Integration
Challenge	Schenker Deutschland AG needed to standardize the transition between its global network and branch offices, ensuring stringent controls to prevent data or process manipulations. The solution had to be suitable for smaller branches with limited IT expertise and require minimal local administrative intervention. Additionally, the project aimed to centralize management processes to increase configuration security and reduce administrative costs. The rollout had to be completed within a limited time frame due to the company's 24/7 operations. Read More
About Customer	Schenker Deutschland AG is a leading integrated logistics service company with over 135 years of experience in commodity transportation and processing. With a turnover of 13.2 billion Euros, 55,000 employees, and 1,500 branch offices, Schenker provides land-based transport services, air and sea freight, comprehensive logistics solutions, and global supply chain management. The company is a member of DB Logistics, under Deutsche Bahn AG, and is headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Schenker is known for its efficient and reliable logistics services, making it a major player in the German market. Read More
Solution	Schenker Deutschland AG chose Barracuda NG Firewalls for their security architecture. The decision was based on extensive evaluations and testing of various security solutions. Barracuda NG Firewalls met the stringent specifications required by Schenker, including centralized management, scalability, and minimal local administrative intervention. The rollout was planned and executed with the help of Barracuda Networks Partner Atos Origin, involving a current status evaluation in ten representative branch offices. Pre-configurations were transferred to Barracuda NG Firewalls, which were then rolled out in close succession, ensuring minimal disruption to business processes. The centralized management and monitoring system proved effective, allowing for real-time monitoring and quick issue resolution. Read More Log in to view content
Contents

Technology Category

Cybersecurity & Privacy - Endpoint Security

Cybersecurity & Privacy - Intrusion Detection

Cybersecurity & Privacy - Network Security

Applicable Functions

Business Operation

Facility Management

Services

Software Design & Engineering Services

System Integration

Challenge

Schenker Deutschland AG needed to standardize the transition between its global network and branch offices, ensuring stringent controls to prevent data or process manipulations. The solution had to be suitable for smaller branches with limited IT expertise and require minimal local administrative intervention. Additionally, the project aimed to centralize management processes to increase configuration security and reduce administrative costs. The rollout had to be completed within a limited time frame due to the company's 24/7 operations.

About Customer

Schenker Deutschland AG is a leading integrated logistics service company with over 135 years of experience in commodity transportation and processing. With a turnover of 13.2 billion Euros, 55,000 employees, and 1,500 branch offices, Schenker provides land-based transport services, air and sea freight, comprehensive logistics solutions, and global supply chain management. The company is a member of DB Logistics, under Deutsche Bahn AG, and is headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Schenker is known for its efficient and reliable logistics services, making it a major player in the German market.

Solution

Schenker Deutschland AG chose Barracuda NG Firewalls for their security architecture. The decision was based on extensive evaluations and testing of various security solutions. Barracuda NG Firewalls met the stringent specifications required by Schenker, including centralized management, scalability, and minimal local administrative intervention. The rollout was planned and executed with the help of Barracuda Networks Partner Atos Origin, involving a current status evaluation in ten representative branch offices. Pre-configurations were transferred to Barracuda NG Firewalls, which were then rolled out in close succession, ensuring minimal disruption to business processes. The centralized management and monitoring system proved effective, allowing for real-time monitoring and quick issue resolution.

Impact #1	The Barracuda NG Firewalls provided sustainable investment protection with extendable systems.
Impact #2	Unique management functions allowed for quick and efficient rollouts, saving significant time and effort.
Impact #3	Centralized management enabled Schenker to monitor firewall status from day one, ensuring smooth rollout phases.

Impact #1

The Barracuda NG Firewalls provided sustainable investment protection with extendable systems.

Impact #2

Unique management functions allowed for quick and efficient rollouts, saving significant time and effort.

Impact #3

Centralized management enabled Schenker to monitor firewall status from day one, ensuring smooth rollout phases.

Benefit #1	Schenker Deutschland AG achieved a maximum of flexibility and cost optimization through the unique license and appliances/server hardware combination of Barracuda NG Firewalls.
Benefit #2	The rollout of Barracuda NG Firewalls in smaller and larger branches was completed within just 15 minutes during lunch breaks, minimizing business disruption.

Benefit #1

Schenker Deutschland AG achieved a maximum of flexibility and cost optimization through the unique license and appliances/server hardware combination of Barracuda NG Firewalls.

Benefit #2

The rollout of Barracuda NG Firewalls in smaller and larger branches was completed within just 15 minutes during lunch breaks, minimizing business disruption.

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First class logistics needs first class security

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