Cisco and Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH) have partnered to bolster cybersecurity for businesses across Indonesia. This comes in response to the increasingly complex digital environments—spanning multi-cloud, hybrid systems, and AI-driven applications—companies are having to navigate amid rising cyber threats.
According to Cisco’s 2024 Cybersecurity Readiness Index, only 12% of Indonesian organizations have a "mature" level of preparedness against cyber threats, highlighting an urgent need for stronger security measures.
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Through its subsidiary, Lintasarta, Indosat is collaborating with Cisco to introduce tailored cybersecurity solutions designed for the local market. The initiative offers a range of consulting and managed services, including firewall, security service edge (SSE), extended detection and response (XDR), multi-factor authentication, and Splunk-powered security solutions. These tools aim to help businesses detect and respond to cyber threats in real time, enhancing overall security resilience.
As part of the collaboration, an experience center will also be established to provide businesses with hands-on demonstrations and practical insights into implementing cybersecurity solutions within their digital infrastructure.
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"As digital adoption accelerates, cybersecurity becomes essential in building a trusted and resilient digital ecosystem,” stated Vikram Sinha, President Director and CEO of Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison. "Our partnership with Cisco will enhance security resilience for Indonesian businesses, empowering them to operate securely and confidently in the digital landscape.”
Dave West, President of Cisco for Asia Pacific, Japan, and Greater China, emphasized the significance of the collaboration, noting that it plays a crucial role in building a stronger cybersecurity framework for businesses across Indonesia. He highlighted that the partnership is expected to drive a major shift in the country's cybersecurity landscape while also reinforcing its economic resilience.
Indosat Group and Cisco aim to enhance cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven security operations for Indonesian businesses and protect digital platforms from emerging threats while supporting digital transformation and strengthening the country’s economy.
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