Enhancing Enterprise Performance and Security through Secure Access Service Edge

Secure access service edge (SASE) revolutionizes network security by integrating cloud-native security technologies like secure web gateway (SWG), cloud access security broker (CASB), zero trust network architecture (ZTNA), and firewall as a service (FWaaS) with wide area network (WAN) capabilities. This innovative framework ensures secure connections between users, systems, and endpoints to applications and services, regardless of their location. Introduced by Gartner in 2019, SASE offers enhanced agility, improved network performance, and comprehensive visibility and control across diverse IT environments. Krishnendu De, the Head of Information Security at CESC Limited, a leading power generation and distribution company in India and former Senior Director of Enterprise Security Services at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), will address the importance of embracing modern inspection and validation techniques in today's fast-paced environment. With remote work on the rise and threats evolving rapidly, traditional methods may impede productivity, compromise security, and disrupt user experience. To maintain efficiency and ensure a smooth user experience, organizations must adopt contemporary approaches tailored to the requirements of remote workers. In this presentation: 1. Discover the advantages of transitioning to a comprehensive SASE framework. 2. Explore the essential five architectural components that form SASE, along with its various use cases and potential business advantages. 3. Learn about common misconceptions and implementation hurdles, as well as the best practices for successful SASE integration. 4. Find out how to select the right SASE provider for your organization's needs.