Day: May 9, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of India’s rising surveillance industry, CP PLUS, the nation’s leading surveillance brand, not only stands at the forefront of technological innovation but also leads a transformative mission – the cultivation of a highly skilled workforce to elevate the nation’s security infrastructure. The exponential growth of the surveillance and security sector in India has heightened public awareness about the pivotal role played by advanced surveillance systems in safeguarding our lives and enhancing overall quality. Yet, the implementation of such systems, whether on a large or small scale, demands a mastery of sophisticated technology, a proficiency not commonly found among the general population. Ensuring the effectiveness of a security system extends beyond merely procuring CCTV cameras. It necessitates a deep understanding of the intricate workings of the surveillance system, especially when interconnected with external platforms. Recognizing a deficit in the skilled workforce within the surveillance and security sector, CP PLUS embarked on a mission to offer reskilling and upskilling opportunities to individuals from diverse industries. The outcome has been nothing short of remarkable, with professionals transitioning into the rapidly expanding surveillance industry, contributing significantly to its escalating market size. However, CP PLUS understood that local camera production alone would not be enough without a proficient workforce capable of installing and maintaining these systems. In alignment with the government’s Skill India Mission, CP PLUS initiated a pioneering course dedicated to training Surveillance System Engineers (SSE) – the CP PLUS Certification Program. This program equips individuals to proficiently install, operate, and maintain CP PLUS products, design intelligent security solutions, and ensure lifelong customer satisfaction. The program extends its technical empowerment across all facets of operations, encompassing sales, purchases, and the design of surveillance devices. The overarching objective is to fortify the safety net for the general population and bolster the nation’s overall security infrastructure, recognizing that the strength of the workforce is paramount. In collaboration with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, CP PLUS undertook the formidable responsibility of imparting knowledge to India’s CCTV workforce through its extensive channel network exceeding 15,000 partners nationwide. The partnership with the IASC Sector Skill Council in 2018 marked the inception of certification training programs tailored for industrial system integrators and their associates under the umbrella of MissionTech. The recently launched MissionTech Level-II in January 2024 is a testament to CP PLUS’ continued dedication to this mission. Since its inception, CP PLUS has successfully trained and certified approximately 50,000 individuals across India, imparting comprehensive knowledge of high-end CCTV technology. The most recent addition to the MissionTech series is the Mission II Level, currently underway as a 3-Day Training Program hosted at the CP PLUS Corporate Office in Noida. In essence, CP PLUS is not just an instigator of cutting-edge surveillance technology; it is a catalyst for a profound skill revolution. By leading the charge in reskilling and upskilling, CP PLUS is actively shaping a future where a highly competent workforce serves as the bedrock of India’s security landscape. The ongoing MissionTech Level-II training program exemplifies CP PLUS’ dedicated commitment to equipping individuals with the expertise needed to navigate the complexities of modern surveillance, thus ensuring the safety and security of the nation.

Fortinet®, the global cybersecurity company driving the convergence of networking and security, has revealed the outcomes of a new survey conducted by IDC on the state of Security Operations (SecOps) in the Asia-Pacific region. The survey, commissioned by Fortinet, provides valuable insights into the current SecOps landscape, emphasizing the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation. It explores various aspects, including prevalent security practices, attack frequency and impact, detection and response times, alert fatigue, the status, and impact of automation in SecOps workflows, and challenges related to skill development within the SecOps domain. Key findings from India include: Current Security Challenges: Threats and Team Readiness SecOps SOS: Struggles with Alert Fatigue and Threat Containment Automation in SecOps: Current Adoption and Future Possibilities Beyond Threats: SecOps Preparedness and Future Priorities Simon Piff, Research Vice-President, IDC Asia-Pacific said, “Securing modern IT infrastructures requires a continuous commitment to vigilance, proactivity, and adaptability amid challenges posed by hybrid work, AI, and cloud technologies. This dynamic shift from static controls to a risk-centric cybersecurity posture aligns seamlessly with the evolving technological landscape. The integration of AI-assisted tools, reassessment of staffing, potential outsourcing, and increased automation emerge as imperative facets highlighted by the survey, emphasizing the urgency for organizations to embrace automation strategically.” Rashish Pandey, Vice President, Marketing & Communications, Asia and ANZ, Fortinet said, “In the ever-evolving threat landscape, organizations grapple with a spectrum of cyber threats targeting their digital assets. Fortinet’s Security Operations Solutions, underpinned by advanced AI, not only addresses the pressing need for automation but provides a comprehensive strategy for incident detection and response. Our commitment to empowering organizations in navigating the dynamic cybersecurity terrain is showcased through innovative solutions. These include an impressive onehour (less in most cases) average time to detect and contain threats, an 11-minute investigation and remediation average, a staggering 597% RoI, doubling of team productivity and a substantial $1.39 million reduction in expected breach costs”. Vivek Srivastava, Country Manager, India & SAARC, Fortinet said, “In the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, 70.7% of organizations prioritize faster threat detection through automation. At Fortinet, we recognize the imperative of swift detection and response as the cornerstone of an enhanced cybersecurity posture. Automation plays a crucial role in promptly identifying and responding to cyber threats, minimizing the window of vulnerability. Our customers’ experiences underscore this urgency, with a transformative reduction from an average of 21 days to just one hour for detection, driven by AI and advanced analytics. This signifies a fundamental step in fortifying cybersecurity defences, where time to detect and respond is paramount. Automation, in this context, emerges as the linchpin in navigating the challenges of today’s dynamic threat landscape”.