CheckPoint Software
Case Studies
Securing Global Medical Assistance: A Case Study on International SOS and Check Point
Overview
Securing Global Medical Assistance: A Case Study on International SOS and Check PointCheckPoint Software |
Cybersecurity & Privacy - Network Security Networks & Connectivity - Routers & Bridges | |
Electronics National Security & Defense | |
Maintenance | |
Inventory Management Tamper Detection | |
Hardware Design & Engineering Services System Integration | |
Operational Impact
The implementation of Check Point’s solutions brought about a significant transformation in International SOS's operations. The ease of installation made disaster recovery straightforward, as pointed out by Kuan Sui Toh, group manager, Technology and Infrastructure, Corporate ICT. The lower total cost of ownership was a key reason for the move to Check Point solutions. The open platform through the OPSEC initiative made it easy for International SOS to integrate third-party solutions, such as management and security tools, into the Check Point core firewall and VPN solutions without any compatibility issues. The company also benefited from working with a single accountable vendor, Check Point, rather than having to work with multiple vendors with solutions that might have unknown compatibility and management issues. Lastly, Check Point’s globally recognized leadership in Internet and network security meant that trained professionals were easily located worldwide, making troubleshooting or setup in remote locations less demanding. | |
Quantitative Benefit
Reduced setup and configuration time from hours to minutes | |
Lowered total cost of ownership with a PC costing only around US$1,160 compared to high maintenance costs of appliances | |
Established a network of 35 VPN nodes | |