NTT Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape: Asia/Pacific Managed Security Services 2018 Vendor Assessment

Four companies of the NTT Group (Dimension Data, NTT Communications, NTT DATA, NTT Security) announced that it has been recognized as a “Leader” in both execution capabilities and strategies in the latest IDC MarketScape: Asia/Pacific Managed Security Services 2018 Vendor Assessment.

In the IDC MarketScape report, 19 organizations in 2017–2018 that offer managed security services (MSS) in Asia/ Pacific including NTT Group were assessed against their existing capabilities and responsiveness to prevailing market demands and expected buyer needs, as well as preparedness for cyber threats. The latest accolade marks the 3rd consecutive time NTT Group has been identified as the top industry leader among Asia/Pacific MSS providers.

The IDC report cited the integrated yet effective touch point NTT customers have as a key strength. In addition, excellent customer experience also includes a smooth setup process, dedicated delivery operation, providing industry benchmark.

NTT's threat detection capabilities are highly praised, especially around the accuracy level by its customers. In addition, the cloud-based, searchable raw data logs that can be used to assist with incident investigations and compliance queries are a highly regarded functionality that NTT has.

The proprietary MSS platform closely connects with its threat intelligence database to protect organizations and ensure service delivery consistency across multiple regions which IDC noted was particularly important for enterprise-wide security monitoring and management, vulnerability lifecycle management and custom managed detection and response. The MSS solution also provides optimized security through NTT Group’s unique insight, advanced analytics and applied threat intelligence over and above what can usually be done in-house.

In addition, four companies of the NTT Group (Dimension Data, NTT Communications, NTT DATA, NTT Security) added the following comments.

Neville Burdan, General Manager for Security, Dimension Data:

“As part of the NTT Group, we are delighted to be recognised as a ‘Leader’ in the latest IDC Marketscape. This is a clear demonstration of the combined strength we have as a Group in delivering trusted, agile security solutions which mitigate the growing proliferation of cyber risks and the ever-increasing sophistication of cybercrime in today’s hybrid environment. The Group’s broad cybersecurity capabilities and consulting-led approach help our global client base navigate this complex environment, whilst supporting them in enabling digital transformation and minimising risk.“

Fumitaka Takeuchi, Vice President of the Managed Security Service Taskforce, Corporate Planning Department, NTT Communications:

"Considering how greatly digital transformation is altering the businesses environment and how broadly company needs are diversifying, ICT has become a key business factor and its strategies have become as important as core business strategies. To assure all-important business continuity, it is crucial for companies to manage both foreseen and unforeseen risks in their ICT environments, including risks due to external attacks as well as internal wrongdoing. NTT Com spares no effort to serve as a reliable partner to help companies succeed in their digital transformations. NTT Com will continue striving to deliver solutions that enable customers to leverage their data with ease and to create new value.”

Hiroshi Honjo, Head of Cyber Security and Governance, Technology and Innovation General Headquarters, NTT DATA:

"As the digital business grows, dramatic changes are taking place in the environment surrounding applications and infrastructures. Security is an extremely important agenda in managing a business in order to securely provide diversifying services. NTT DATA will continue to work closely with NTT Group and various partners and help clients provide their services safely and securely by providing trusted security services encompassing consulting, application development, solutions and operations. “

Martin Schlatter, CIO and Regional CEO, APAC, NTT Security:

"The global economy is becoming increasingly interconnected with the digital landscape. Organizations become lucrative targets to cybercriminals, making cybersecurity a critical part of any organization’s risk management strategy. The lack of internal resource to keep pace with a growing cybersecurity challenge means that it’s no longer possible for many organizations to tackle all aspects of information security management in-house.”

NTT Group enables organizations to accelerate their digital agenda through securing the foundation of a connected society. With a large resource base of certified security experts and global R&D activities to respond to the changing threat environment, brings wider benefits to provide our customers with unique capabilities for risk mitigation.