BlueCat is now a Cisco SolutionsPlus partner
BlueCat’s alliance with Cisco delivers leading DDI solutions to Cisco customers as part of Cisco’s integrated networking and security environments.
Key takeawaysThis key takeaway was generated through LLMs crawling the page and coming up with an overview of the content.BlueCat Networks announced it is now a Cisco SolutionsPlus partner, enabling its Adaptive DNS, DHCP, and IPAM (DDI) solutions to integrate with Cisco’s networking and security environments. This partnership addresses real-world needs for reliable, secure, and easily procured network infrastructure by placing BlueCat on Cisco’s Global Price List and ensuring compatibility through rigorous testing. The collaboration enhances visibility, control, automation, and threat context for Cisco customers while positioning both companies to jointly innovate on future network security and Zero Trust DNS capabilities.
What does BlueCat’s Cisco SolutionsPlus partnership mean for existing Cisco customers?
BlueCat’s SolutionsPlus designation means its DDI solutions have been rigorously tested for quality and compatibility with Cisco products, allowing Cisco customers to confidently integrate BlueCat into their infrastructures. The partnership adds BlueCat to Cisco’s Global Price List (GPL), simplifying procurement and contracting. Functionally, customers gain centralized DDI management and automation via BlueCat’s Integrity platform, improved network visibility and control, and deeper security context through integrations such as BlueCat Edge with Cisco Umbrella to help identify and mitigate threats more rapidly.
How do BlueCat solutions improve network security and operations when used with Cisco technologies?
When paired with Cisco technologies, BlueCat’s DDI platform enhances security and operations by centralizing IP address and DNS/DHCP management for consistent policy enforcement and automation. The BlueCat Integrity platform streamlines configuration and compliance, reducing manual errors and operational overhead. Integration of BlueCat Edge with Cisco Umbrella provides actionable context and threat data for security teams, enabling faster detection and mitigation of threats, while the combined solution helps optimize network performance and supports enterprise-wide security postures, including Zero Trust DNS initiatives.
What future benefits or developments are expected from the BlueCat–Cisco partnership?
The partnership is positioned as a long-term collaboration to address evolving network security threats and support digital transformation. BlueCat and Cisco plan to leverage their combined expertise and global presence to develop new and enhanced solutions that improve network security, efficiency, and manageability. This cooperative approach is expected to foster innovation in areas such as Zero Trust DNS and integrated DDI/security workflows, supporting customers’ day-to-day operations and broader strategic initiatives with joint products, services, and support.
BlueCat Networks, the leader in Adaptive DNS, is now a Cisco SolutionsPlus partner.
As organizations increasingly rely on network infrastructure to drive their digital transformation initiatives, the importance of network reliability and security has never been greater.
BlueCat’s alliance with Cisco as a SolutionsPlus partner delivers leading DNS, DHCP, and IPAM (together known as DDI) solutions to Cisco customers as part of Cisco’s integrated networking and security environments. It’s a win-win: BlueCat can further enhance its network security offerings and Cisco customers are empowered with even more robust and comprehensive network solutions.
In this post, we’ll cover what it means to be a SolutionsPlus partner, explore what benefits this will bring to Cisco customers, and look ahead at what’s to come through this partnership.
Best-in-class as a Cisco SolutionsPlus partner
Cisco SolutionsPlus is a select group of best-in-class third-party solutions that complement Cisco’s own product portfolio.
As a SolutionsPlus partner, BlueCat’s solutions have undergone rigorous testing and meet Cisco’s high standards for quality and compatibility. This partnership ensures that customers can confidently integrate BlueCat’s offerings with an existing Cisco infrastructure. The result is a seamless and secure network environment.
Additionally, as part of the partnership, BlueCat’s solutions are now available on Cisco’s Global Price List (GPL). This simplifies the procurement process for Cisco customers and enables seamless integration of our DDI platform into their infrastructure.
Cisco customers get the benefits of BlueCat’s solutions
With BlueCat’s DDI solutions, Cisco customers gain enhanced visibility, control, and security for their network infrastructure. Alongside Cisco’s products, BlueCat’s Integrity platform will provide centralized DDI management and automation, ensuring that networks remain secure, compliant, and efficient.
Furthermore, BlueCat’s existing integration of BlueCat Edge with Cisco Umbrella delivers a deeper level of context and actionable data. Security teams can use this data to rapidly identify and mitigate threats. This empowers network teams to optimize network performance, streamline operations, and mitigate security risks across the enterprise.
An extended partnership with Cisco
The partnership between BlueCat and Cisco extends beyond the present, setting the stage for future innovation and collaboration.
Network security threats are constantly evolving. To address tomorrow’s challenges, we can use our combined expertise to develop cutting-edge solutions. Together, BlueCat and Cisco aim to create a secure and efficient network infrastructure. This will support organizations in both day-to-day operations and broader digital transformation journeys.
Becoming a Cisco SolutionsPlus partner is a significant achievement for BlueCat, solidifying our position as a leader in Adaptive DNS. This partnership allows BlueCat to bring best-in-class DDI solutions to Cisco customers, empowering them to secure and optimize network infrastructure. Together, BlueCat and Cisco can leverage our collective expertise and global presence to deliver the highest level of products, services, and support to our joint customers.
Learn more about BlueCat and Cisco integrations and our introduction of Zero Trust DNS at Cisco Live Las Vegas 2023.
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