Why secure internet is non-negotiable for modern businesses?

With the digital-first economy, companies depend on lightning-fast, always-on internet to power productivity, speed communication, and operate key functions. As companies become more interconnected, though, they also become more exposed to cyber attacks. With industries having to meet strict regulations like HIPAA, PCI DSS, and GDPR, neglecting strong network security can lead to financial loss, whether through ransomware payment, fraud or operational disruptions.

The risks are particularly pronounced in India, where cyber fraud has surged dramatically. Recent data from the Finance Ministry reveals that high-value cyber fraud cases in India jumped more than four times in fiscal 2024, causing losses exceeding $20 million. Businesses must prioritize secure internet solutions to protect their networks, customer data, and financial integrity.

Secure business, holistically

With cyber threats evolving rapidly, businesses require a holistic security strategy that goes beyond traditional firewalls. Traditional enterprise firewalls require constant management, updates, and maintenance—tasks that demand skilled engineers and significant investment in hardware. ACT Enterprise’s Firewall as a Service (FWaaS) eliminates these challenges by offering an outsourced, fully managed security solution that ensures robust protection without the overhead costs.

Key Benefits of FWaaS:

ACT Enterprise provides customized low-latency internet solutions that are built to address the requirements of SaaS businesses for maximum connectivity for mission-critical applications in the following ways:

• Completely outsource firewall installation, monitoring, and management.
• No need to hire dedicated engineers or manage updates and maintenance.
• Eliminate hardware-related costs, power consumption, and space requirements.
• Benefit from a one-stop internet and security solution tailored for businesses.

Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW): Advanced Threat Protection

ACT Enterprise’s Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) provides cutting-edge security features that deliver full visibility into users, devices, and applications, enabling businesses to detect and prevent cyber threats effectively.

Key Features of NGFW:

• Protect against network vulnerabilities with an industry-validated Intrusion Prevention System (IPS).
• Low-latency security enforcement ensures optimal network performance.
• Proactively block newly discovered sophisticated cyberattacks in real time

Secure Web Gateway (SWG): Safely Enforce Web Access

One of the most popular points of entry for cyber threats is the internet, and for that reason, a Secure Web Gateway (SWG) is critical for companies. SWG solutions provide secure and controlled access to the internet through filtering out malicious content, blocking malicious websites, and protecting users from internal and external threats.

Main Advantages of SWG:

• Anti-Malware Protection (AMP) – Provides real-time antivirus scanning and threat protection.
• DNS and URL Filtering – Blocks malicious sites, insecure web content, and unsuitable video streaming.
• User-Based Access Controls – Denies web access on a role-by-role and security policy basis.

Why choose ACT Enterprise for secure internet?

• ACT Enterprise’s Security Advantage 
• 24x7 Enterprise Call Center: A dedicated Network Operations Center (NOC) available around the clock to resolve security concerns.
• Service Level Agreements (SLA): Guarantees performance based on key security metrics.
• Dedicated Account & Relationship Managers: Personalized assistance tailored to business-specific requirements.
• Quarterly Security Performance Reviews: Continuous assessment to enhance protection strategies and mitigate emerging threats.

Conclusion

In the modern business landscape, secure internet access is not just a best practice—it’s a necessity. It plays a vital role in protecting sensitive data, ensuring business continuity, maintaining regulatory compliance, building customer trust, and safeguarding financial stability. Cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, and businesses must stay ahead by implementing robust security measures that evolve with emerging risks.

With ACT Enterprise’s fully managed security solutions, businesses can proactively defend against cyber threats while enjoying seamless, high-performance connectivity. Whether through Firewall as a Service (FWaaS), Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW), or Secure Web Gateways (SWG), ACT ensures that businesses are equipped with the right tools to operate securely in a digital-first world.