SOLUTION CASE STUDY
Data Center Firewalls
Client Profile
Client Type - Mid-Market
Region - AMER
Industry - Manufacturing
Number of employees - 500
Business Challenge
- Lack of next-generation security features and sufficient firewall architecture to secure data center network.
- Loss of business and production due to outages caused by outdated firewall platform and security architecture.
- Risk of exposure to security threats including ransomware.
Solution Outcome
- Data center firewall architecture with optimal performance and uptime of critical network services.
- Enhanced Threat Detection, including intrusion prevention systems (IPS), antivirus, and deep packet inspection (DPI).
Improved application visibility and control allowing the Client to enforce security policies, prioritize bandwidth for critical applications, and prevent unauthorized or risky application usage.
Centralized management and reporting via the centralized management console “Panorama” providing a unified view of network security, policy management, and reporting.
Streamlined administration, consistent policy enforcement, and proactive monitoring of security events.
Overview
TDI Vertical was engaged by a manufacturer (Client) to assist with the modernization of data center firewall services.
Due to an outdated firewall platform and firewall design, the Client was continuously affected by firewall outages and system failures, leading to production downtime and significant loss of business.
Modernization of data center firewall services was performed based on a multi-phase strategy allowing TDI Vertical and the Client to understand the existing state of data center firewall services and to select and implement technology essential to the security, day-to-day operations, and future business growth.
Discover / Envision
TDI Vertical performed a holistic evaluation of the data center firewall services, including a review of the current configuration, traffic flows, and security rules and services, providing TDI Vertical and the Client with a complete understanding of the current design, firewalls services, and their impact on the data center services and business.
Collaborative envisioning workshops were held to discuss the current state of the data center firewalls, existing challenges, and business and security requirements for the modernization of data center firewalls.
Information collected throughout the evaluation phase allowed TDI Vertical to recommend and align firewall solution essential to the security, day-to-day operations, and the future growth of the business.
Solution Design
TDI Vertical developed a data center firewall modernization framework providing IT leaders and business stakeholders with information to plan and effectively execute the modernization of data center firewalls.
- Palo Alto hardware design. (Bill of material, “BoM”)
- High-level internet edge data center firewall design.
- Low-level internet edge data center firewall design.
- Migration and implementation framework.
- Post-implementation validation and support framework.
Deliver / Deploy
Modernization of data center firewalls was performed based on a predefined framework, allowing TDI Vertical to streamline implementation efforts, minimizing network downtime and the impact of implementation services on production and day-to-day operations.
Modernization of data center firewall services allowed the Client to achieve modern and secure data center firewall architecture, ensuring optimal security, performance, and uptime of all business-critical services.
Why Choose TDI Vertical?
Security Focused
At TDI Vertical, we understand the importance of cyber security. Our security-first approach is critical to the success of our customers and the longevity of their business. By prioritizing security, we minimize the risk of exposure and protect our customers against modern-day cyber security threats, including data breaches, malware attacks, phishing scams, and ransomware attacks.
Proven Experience
With extensive experience in information technology, TDI Vertical understands business challenges with technology, the latest trends, tools, and solutions. As a trusted advisor, our team provides our customers with valuable insights and recommendations based on our knowledge and industry experience, focusing on business needs, strategy, and growth.
Innovation Driven
As an innovation-driven solution provider, TDI Vertical follows a strategic approach to technology selection that involves identifying and evaluating emerging technologies that can provide unique solutions to business challenges. This approach goes beyond traditional technology evaluation methods and identifies innovative technologies to drive business growth and transformation.
