Solution Brief: Improve Hybrid Workforce Security with FortiSASE
Hybrid work is now a permanent part of business operations, but it brings new challenges in securing access to private applications, ensuring consistent user experiences, and simplifying IT management. Fortinet’s FortiSASE is designed to address these challenges by combining cloud-delivered security with native SD-WAN capabilities.
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What is FortiSASE?
FortiSASE (Secure Access Service Edge) is a cloud-delivered Security Service Edge (SSE) solution that integrates directly with Fortinet’s Secure SD-WAN. It provides always-on secure access to private, SaaS, and web applications from any location, extending consistent security policies to both on-premises and remote users.
Why FortiSASE is Critical for Today’s Hybrid Workforces
Traditional remote access methods, like VPNs, can create inconsistent user experiences, make policy enforcement difficult, and expose organizations to greater security risks. FortiSASE eliminates these issues by:
- Improving performance – Native SD-WAN integration inside each SSE point of presence (POP) optimizes application paths for lower latency and faster response times.
- Delivering security consistency – AI-powered, cloud-delivered security applies the same protections everywhere.
- Simplifying IT management – Bidirectional secure private access (SPA) traffic enables remote management of user desktops and devices.
FortiSASE Key Benefits
- Improved user experience and performance – Optimized paths to business-critical applications reduce latency and improve productivity.
- Seamless integration – Works with existing FortiGate SD-WAN and NGFW infrastructure, deployable in under five minutes.
- Comprehensive security – Advanced threat protection and unified policy enforcement for all users.
- Enhanced remote management – SPA traffic allows secure, efficient remote desktop and device support.
Who Benefits Most from FortiSASE
- Organizations with FortiGate infrastructure – Protect and extend existing investments.
- IT teams managing distributed workforces – Simplify operations and support while improving security.
- Businesses with zero-trust goals – Apply consistent, policy-driven access everywhere.
Talk to a Local Expert
Horizon supports businesses across Western Canada—including Saskatoon, Regina, Winnipeg, Calgary, and Edmonton—in designing and deploying secure networking solutions like FortiSASE. Our team can help you assess your needs, plan your implementation, and ensure a smooth transition.
