Cybersecurity provider Avast, part of Gen, is launching its small business solutions in New Zealand through a new distribution agreement with Ingram Micro New Zealand.
The partnership will introduce three tiers of business security products next quarter, expanding cybersecurity options for New Zealand's small business sector.
It builds on Ingram Micro's existing 20-year relationship with Norton, another Gen brand, in the New Zealand market.
"Our joint expertise and support will provide Kiwi resellers with the tools they need to enable their small business customers to thrive in an increasingly complex digital landscape," Mark Gorrie, managing director of Gen Asia Pacific, said.
Small business customers will gain access to Gen's extensive threat intelligence network, which draws data from 500 million users across its family of brands including Avast, Norton, AVG and Avira.
"Making Avast Business products available through Ingram Micro New Zealand aligns with our dedication to supporting the security needs of small businesses in New Zealand," Leon De Suza, managing director at Ingram Micro New Zealand, said.
The new offering includes a centralised management dashboard, comprehensive reporting tools, and additional services such as patch management and cloud backup solutions.
Gen plans to support the rollout with education programmes, training sessions, and roadshows to help resellers effectively market Avast's security solutions.