Fortinet and Dimension Data form global partnership

The agreement means the two companies will offer unified threat management security solutions across 47 countries, including Australia and New Zealand.

Dimension Data will integrate, install and provide consultancy services for Fortinet’s network security solutions.

According to IDC, the UTM appliance market was worth $1.2B in 2007 and is expected to grow 26 percent between 2007 and 2011.

Two factors made it a clear decision for us to partner with Fortinet,” said Steve Joubert, group executive Global Solutions Dimension Data.

“The company has developed a strong reputation and market leadership for its security platform and breadth of products that can meet the varied needs of enterprises, service providers and carriers.

“This, together with our proven track record of providing high quality, cost-effective network services means the partnership is good for both companies and our clients across the globe,” he added.

Ken Xie, president, founder and CEO of Fortinet said he was ‘extremely pleased to share the global network security stage with Dimension Data’ because it is ‘imperative that we work with highly respected and trusted partners’ who maintain a strong global footprint.