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Verizon Business and Accenture are joining forces to help customers of all sizes and across all industries become cyber resilient. This strategic partnership aims to accelerate the development and delivery of advanced cybersecurity solutions, addressing the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Key aspects of the partnership include:

• New advanced services to help companies identify security vulnerabilities and detect, respond to, and recover from cyberattacks
• Integration with Verizon’s portfolio of network solutions
• Focus on pressing areas of risk, including identity and access management (IAM), managed extended detection and response (MxDR), and cyber risk services

The partnership will combine both companies’ strengths in cybersecurity and networking, offering new as-a-service capabilities. Following the initial phase, the partnership will concentrate on co-innovating new solutions.

According to Kyle Malady, CEO of Verizon Business, "Cybersecurity is a top priority for businesses. With our decades of experience in this area, Verizon is committed to offering solutions that protect our customers and keep their data secure." Malady emphasized the evolving demands from customers and the need to build out new cybersecurity capabilities.

Manish Sharma, CEO – Americas, Accenture, noted that the security landscape is growing more complex, driven by emerging technologies, geopolitical uncertainty, global data and cyber security regulations, supply chain risks, and a cyber skills gap. Sharma emphasized the need for businesses to prioritize resilience to stay ahead of evolving threats.

Craig Robinson, IDC Research Vice President, Security & Trust, commented on the partnership, stating, "Verizon’s targeted emphasis on security services offerings, combined with its collaboration with Accenture, enables both companies to effectively address the increasing demand for comprehensive cybersecurity solutions."

Published On Mar 7, 2025 at 09:25 AM IST

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