Tech Mahindra and Fortinet Partner to Deliver Managed SASE Solutions for Secured Digital Transformation
Tech Mahindra has partnered with cybersecurity firm Fortinet to deliver a managed SASE solution combining secure connectivity, zero-trust access, and threat protection for enterprises.
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What Happened
Tech Mahindra, a global technology consulting and digital solutions provider, announced from Pune a partnership with Fortinet, a cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, to deliver a Managed Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution. The joint offering aims to enable secure and scalable digital transformation for enterprises globally, combining Tech Mahindra's advisory, transformation, and managed network and security services with Fortinet's Unified SASE solution.
The Managed SASE solution integrates secure Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and advanced threat protection into a unified architecture. It provides seamless connectivity and robust security across cloud, Software as a Service (SaaS), and on-premises environments, supported by 24x7 security operations centers, proactive threat hunting, and AI-driven intelligence for continuous protection.
“As enterprises accelerate cloud adoption and embrace hybrid work, the burden of fragmented network architecture and operational complexity has become a critical hurdle. Through our partnership with Fortinet, Tech Mahindra is addressing this challenge by delivering a unified Managed Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution. It integrates secure connectivity, zero-trust network access and advanced”
“Enterprises are looking to simplify infrastructure, lower operational costs, and securely support hybrid work. Our partnership with Tech Mahindra delivers a managed Unified SASE solution that replaces fragmented architectures with integrated networking and security, helping customers achieve significant efficiency gains while strengthening their security posture.”
- Reduced dependence on costly Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) networks
- Lower total cost of ownership
- Scalable network expansion across branch offices, edge locations, and remote workforces
- Centralized policy management and a consistent user experience
The partnership strengthens Tech Mahindra's end-to-end Managed Network Services offering for global customers, enabling network modernization, an enhanced security posture, and cost optimization. Together, the two companies say they make it easier to modernize networking and enhance protection for today's hybrid environments and distributed workforce.
Previously from Mahindra & Mahindra
Tech Mahindra has previously announced a partnership with Cisco to deliver an AI-driven Security Service Edge offering for global enterprises. The new Fortinet agreement extends its push into managed network security with a SASE solution.
Background drawn from MotorClaw's earlier coverage of Mahindra & Mahindra's official releases.
Why this matters
For companies adopting hybrid work and cloud services, securing fragmented networks is a growing challenge. This partnership bundles networking and security into one managed service, promising lower costs and simpler operations. It also expands Tech Mahindra's network services portfolio for global customers.
Terms in This Story
- SASE
- Secure Access Service Edge, a cloud-based framework that combines networking and security functions.
- SD-WAN
- Software-Defined Wide Area Network, a technology that uses software to manage and optimize network connectivity.
- ZTNA
- Zero Trust Network Access, a security model that requires verification for every user and device before granting access.
- MPLS
- Multiprotocol Label Switching, a legacy networking technique for routing traffic efficiently over private networks.
Summarised from the linked release; details can be imperfect — always verify against the original source.