In today’s world, branch offices play a crucial role in the operations of many organizations, but they face increasing cybersecurity challenges. The proliferation of cloud‑based applications, IoT devices, and remote work has expanded the attack surface, making these branch locations prime targets for cyberattacks.
Traditional security models, focused on central corporate networks, are insufficient for protecting the diverse and dispersed nature of modern branch offices. Legacy firewalls are difficult to manage and require local expertise. Applying security policies across many distributed branch sites is time‑consuming and complex, often resulting in inconsistent security measures.