Helping SMEs Implement Fortinet FortiGate with PSG Grant

Since the pandemic, organizations have become more vulnerable to cyber threats due to more reliance on digital software solutions and the growing hybrid work culture. According to the Alliance Virtual Offices study, working from home increases the frequency of cyberattacks by 238%. Moreover, global cyberattacks increased by 38% in 2022 compared to 2021.

To protect against emerging cyber threats, organizations need to implement robust cybersecurity measures, and one such crucial measure is a firewall. With Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG), SMEs can easily acquire and deploy a firewall solution to help prevent unauthorized network access and safeguard sensitive data. So, let's discuss more about implementing Fortinet FortiGate Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) with the PSG grant and how CARE can facilitate this process.

Why is Firewall Implementation Important?

Being a network security device, the firewall is the first line of defense shield that monitors network traffic and prevents unauthorized access. Below are some of the key reasons why firewall implementation is a must in the current cyber-concerned era:

• Provides alert of malicious incoming traffic and blocks social engineering attacks
• Blocks access to unapproved websites
• Provides an alert when someone tries to gain unauthorized access.
• Controls network bandwidth
• Controls system's entry points and stop virus attacks
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements
• Improves network performance
• Secures remote access

In short, the firewall is one of the essential components in a robust cybersecurity strategy for almost all organizations. With the PSG grant, organizations, especially SMEs, can use firewalls to improve their network security posture.

Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG) & Its Eligibility Requirements

Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG) is a government initiative that offers grants to businesses and enterprises in Singapore to implement IT solutions, including firewalls, to improve their operations, productivity, and competitiveness. With PSG, SMEs can get up to 50% subsidy in adopting eligible IT solutions and equipment.

Below are the eligibility requirements for PSG grant:

• The business must be registered and operating in Singapore with a minimum of 30% local shareholding.
• The business must intend to use the IT solution/equipment in Singapore and not for overseas deployment.
• The business must not have signed any contract or paid the vendor, supplier, or third party related to the purchased/leased IT solution/equipment.

By meeting the eligibility requirements, businesses can acquire the PSG grant and use the funding to strengthen their cybersecurity posture.

CARE – A One-Stop Place for Implementing Fortinet FortiGate Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) with PSG Grant

CARE is a well-reputed managed service provider of IT infrastructure in Singapore. For SMEs, CARE serves as the one-stop place for implementing Fortinet FortiGate Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) with the PSG grant. Being the Fortinet authorized managed service provider for Fortinet FortiGate Next-generation firewalls (NGFW), CARE provides a seamless way for SMEs to utilize the PSG grant to implement next-generation firewalls.

Fortinet FortiGate NGFWs are the world's most widely deployed network firewalls, known for their AI-powered threat intelligence and security performance. These firewalls provide deep and comprehensive visibility and the top-notch performance SMEs need in the current evolving cybersecurity landscape and hybrid work culture.

Alongside FortiGate NGFWs, Fortinet also offers businesses with FortiToken, a two-factor authentication solution. FortiToken provides an extra security layer during the login process by requiring users to enter a one-time password along with their static passwords.

With CARE, SMEs can implement Fortinet FortiGate NGFWs and FortiToken with up to 50% subsidy from the Productivity Solutions Grant. In fact, SMEs can readily choose one of the available packages for FortiGate Firewall:

1. 1.      FortiGate Firewall 40 F

• 1 Year Unified Threat Protection (UTP) – Web filtering, advanced malware protection, antispam service, application control, IPS, and 24x7 Forticare
• 5 x GE RJ45 Ports (4x Internal Ports & 1x WAN Port)
• 10 users Fortinet VPN Token Perpetual license

1. 2.      FortiGate Firewall 60 F

• 1 Year Unified Threat Protection (UTP) – Web filtering, advanced malware protection, antispam service, application control, IPS, and 24x7 Forticare
• 10 x GE RJ45 Ports (7x Internal Ports, 2x WAN Port, & 1x DMZ Port)
• 10 users Fortinet VPN Token Perpetual license

1. 3.      FortiGate Firewall 80 F

• 1 Year Unified Threat Protection (UTP) – Web filtering, advanced malware protection, antispam service, application control, IPS, and 24x7 Forticare
• 2x RJ45 / SFP shared media WAN Ports
• 8x GE RJ45 Ports
• 25 users Fortinet VPN Token Perpetual license

1. 4.      FortiGate Firewall 101 F

• 1 Year Unified Threat Protection (UTP) – Web filtering, advanced malware protection, antispam service, application control, IPS, and 24x7 Forticare
• 2x RJ45 Ports
• 22x GE RJ45 Ports
• 25 users Fortinet VPN Token Perpetual license

1. 5.      FortiGate Firewall 200 F

• 1 Year Unified Threat Protection (UTP) – Web filtering, advanced malware protection, antispam service, application control, IPS, and 24x7 Forticare
• 4 SFP Ports
• 22x GE RJ45 Ports
• 2x 10G SFP+FortiLinks
• 25 users Fortinet VPN Token Perpetual license

CARE offers the setup and configuring for all the above packages, along with its managed firewall services and IT support. Overall, CARE simplifies the whole process with a hassle-free implementation, from purchase and deployment to configuration and continuous support. 

Contact CARE Team today to learn more about the PSG and FortiGate NGFWs and implement a robust cybersecurity solution for your business.