Case study: Multi-Chem
Multi-Chem is a leading drilling service specialist and a major distributor of speciality chemicals to manufacturers in China. Multi-Chem needed a robust IT security infrastructure to protect against security incidents which might affect its regional facilities. Using Sophos Anti-Virus (a component of Sophos Endpoint Security and Control) and the WS1000 Web Appliance (a component of Sophos Web Security and Control), has given peace of mind and now safeguards Multi-Chem from on a day-to-day basis.
"The performance is excellent, and what I really appreciate is the simplicity, reliability and scalability of the Sophos products."
Stanley Foo, Chief Executive Officer, Multi-Chem
Fact file
| Sector | Manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Location | Singapore and China |
| Environment | 150 computers running Windows XP |
| Solution | Sophos Endpoint Security and Control Sophos Web Security and Control |
Business challenge
- When Multi-Chem encountered a slew of viruses that nearly brought down its computing systems, the company decided that it was time to investigate new ways to protect its network.
Technology solution
- Sophos Anti-Virus provides cross-platform security and control for desktops, laptops, file servers and mobile devices, and delivers complete protection against viruses, spyware and adware.
- Sophos Web Security Appliance protects the gateway against a range of threats including malware, phishing threats and unwanted applications, as well as spyware and viruses.
Business results
- Sophos has played a significant role in maintaining the reliability and security of Multi-Chem’s back-end systems.
- The increase in productivity, alongside the reduction in technical support costs now enable Multi-Chem to provide improved and more efficient services to its customers.
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