Recent headlines have been full of big names falling victim to cyber-attacks. The breaches at Marks & Spencer and the Co-op, among others, proved that even organisations with vast resources are not immune when gaps in their defences are left unchecked. For smaller businesses, the lesson is clear: you can invest in the latest tools to protect your systems, but without the right people managing them, vulnerabilities can remain.
That’s where certified partners make the difference. Choosing an IT support provider with proven expertise reduces the risk of costly errors and ensures your cyber security strategy is aligned with best practice from day one. For Redinet, being recognised as a WatchGuard platinum partner is a promise that clients are receiving the highest standard of protection, backed by global innovation and local expertise.
Who WatchGuard Is and Why It Matters
WatchGuard is a global leader in network and endpoint protection, known for delivering enterprise-grade security that’s accessible to businesses of all sizes. Their portfolio includes next-generation firewalls, advanced threat detection, secure Wi-Fi, and multi-factor authentication – all designed to safeguard data, users, and systems against the fast-evolving threat landscape.
Cyber threats are no longer limited to large enterprises; attackers increasingly target small and medium organisations, knowing they often lack the same level of defences. By working with WatchGuard technologies, companies can gain access to the same powerful protections used by bigger businesses but scaled to suit their specific needs.
However, the true value of WatchGuard lies not only in the technology itself but in how it’s implemented and managed. That’s why the role of certified partners like Redinet is so critical.
What It Means to Be a Platinum Partner
WatchGuard works with a network of trusted partners, but not every provider achieves platinum status. This tier is reserved for a select group of IT support companies who have demonstrated exceptional expertise, consistent success in deploying WatchGuard solutions, and a commitment to ongoing training and certification.
So, what does that mean in practice for your business?
The advantages of working with a Platinum Partner include:
- Direct access to expertise – priority escalation routes into WatchGuard’s technical teams ensure faster resolution when it matters most.
- Early access to updates – platinum partners are first to receive the latest product features and security enhancements.
- Proven implementation experience – only providers with a track record of delivering secure, effective deployments achieve this level.
- Ongoing training and certification – platinum partners continually refresh their knowledge to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats.
For Redinet, platinum status is not only a recognition of technical skills; it’s also proof of the investment made in people, processes, and client outcomes. By choosing a certified partner operating at the highest level, businesses gain peace of mind that their cyber security isn’t just being delivered; it’s being delivered to the best possible standard.
Why Certified Partners Are Critical in Mitigating Risks
Cyber security breaches at organisations like M&S and the Co-op revealed a sobering truth: it’s not always the technology that fails, but how it’s managed. Working with non-certified providers or generalist IT support can leave businesses exposed to misconfigurations, missed updates, or weak supply chain oversight.
Certified partners like Redinet reduce these risks by following strict standards and proven best practices. Here’s how that translates into protection for your business:
- Correct deployment from the start
- Security tools are only effective if they’re set up properly.
- Certified partners ensure WatchGuard solutions are configured to industry standards, reducing the chance of exploitable gaps.
- Ongoing updates and patch management
- Many breaches occur because updates are missed.
- Certified partners prioritise patching and upgrades as soon as they’re available, keeping systems resilient.
- Stronger supply chain oversight
- The M&S breach highlighted third-party risks.
- Certified partners are trained to evaluate vendor access and close potential weaknesses before attackers exploit them.
- Reduced human error
- Even the best tools can be undermined by poor management, with human error playing a part in 95% of cyber security issues.
- Certified partners apply consistent processes, staff training, and monitoring to limit mistakes that hackers prey on.
The Advantages Redinet Brings as a Platinum Partner
While many IT providers can sell security tools, Redinet’s status as a WatchGuard platinum partner gives clients access to benefits that go far beyond the basics. These advantages combine global expertise with local delivery, ensuring businesses receive the highest level of protection tailored to their needs.
What sets Redinet apart:
- Advanced training and expertise
- Redinet’s team undergoes ongoing training directly with WatchGuard.
- This ensures solutions are always deployed to best practice standards and optimised for maximum protection.
- Early access to innovations
- Platinum partners gain insight into new features before they’re widely released.
- Clients benefit from cutting-edge security updates that keep them ahead of emerging threats.
- Direct line into WatchGuard
- Redinet has priority escalation channels into WatchGuard’s global support teams.
- Issues are resolved faster, minimising downtime and disruption.
- Tailored solutions for UK SMBs
- Redinet applies enterprise-grade technology to the unique challenges of small and medium-sized businesses.
- Security solutions are scaled and costed appropriately, without compromise on protection.
- A proactive, strategic approach
- Security is not just about tools; it’s about strategy.
- Redinet integrates WatchGuard technologies into a wider cyber security framework, ensuring long-term resilience and business continuity.
By choosing Redinet, businesses gain a trusted partner who knows how to implement, manage, and evolve that technology in line with real-world business needs.
Stay Secure with a WatchGuard Platinum Partner
With cyber-attacks becoming more sophisticated and breaches like those at M&S and the Co-op dominating recent headlines, choosing the right IT partner has never been more critical. Technology requires the addition of expertise, certification, and proven processes behind it that make the real difference.
As a WatchGuard platinum partner, Redinet provides more than advanced tools. We deliver peace of mind, combining global innovation with local support to keep your business protected against ever-evolving threats. By working with certified partners at the highest level, you can be confident your cyber security is proactive, strategic, and built for long-term resilience.
Ready to strengthen your defences with a trusted platinum partner? Get in touch with us today and discover how we can safeguard your business from the ground up.
