Educational institutions, often seen as hot spots and target areas for cyber-attacks, are increasingly vulnerable to ransomware and other cyber-threats. With limited cyber-security resources, schools and universities face unique challenges in securing their networks, especially with the influx of personal devices being connected to their systems.

The question here is – exactly what resources do schooling institutions need? Why is this issue becoming gradually menacing? Although there are multiple factors for vulnerabilities and gaps, let’s start with the basics.

Outcomex, with security experts who hold vast expertise and skill, joined forces with Cisco to tackle these challenges and create a cutting-edge security solution. In a recent project, we enhanced security across multiple campuses of a leading Australian university educating more than 50,000 students. This effort involved deploying Cisco wireless products, boosting network coverage, security, and reliability both indoors and outdoors – to cater to their students’ studying flexibility.

The Outcomex team proceeded to provide wi-fi which was notably secure in comparison to previous installations, as well as updating their Cisco NAC. All of these new updates helped boost the user experience – exceeding their internet facilities – by also improving their in-house applications, external student devices, and IoT sensors.

Not only was the university’s wireless environment improved, but updating their IoT sensors also enabled staff to monitor foot traffic and track asset locations, reducing the risk of theft. This allowed our team to address both cybersecurity and physical security effectively.

Outcomex is at the forefront of the cybersecurity field, holding the globally recognised ISO27001 certification, as well as being a Cisco Gold Partner in Security, and the 2023 Cisco ANZ Partner of the Year. With who hold an extensive security portfolio and are consistently polishing their skills – Outcomex also partners with Cisco and leverages Cisco technologies to bring you the best solutions tailored to your business.

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