Symantec announced that it has signed an agreement to be the official supplier of information security software for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. The company will be responsible for implementing its products to help protect and confidentiality of data and information at one of the biggest sporting events in the world. The software is an integral part of the technology solutions designed and managed by Atos for the event.
“The expectation for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games is to receive 10,500 athletes from more than 200 National Olympic Committees and to have around 25,000 accredited journalists at the event. Therefore, it is very important to be aware of virtual security and ensure secure access to information. Having Symantec with us gives us the certainty that we will be using the best solutions and resources available on the market to assist in the confidentiality and protection of information at the event”, says Renato Ciuchini, Rio 2016 commercial executive director.
The contract lasts for 2 years and includes the supply, implementation and operation of more than 15 Symantec security solutions, such as Endpoint Security, Data Loss Prevention and Mobile Security Management, which will support Rio 2016 technology operations in the mobile platforms, cloud, PCs and also servers. The company will also provide technical support, consulting and training.
“The expectation for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games is to receive 10,500 athletes from more than 200 National Olympic Committees and to have around 25,000 accredited journalists at the event. Therefore, it is very important to be aware of virtual security and ensure secure access to information. Having Symantec with us gives us the certainty that we will be using the best solutions and resources available on the market to assist in the confidentiality and protection of information at the event”, says Renato Ciuchini, Rio 2016 commercial executive director.
The contract lasts for 2 years and includes the supply, implementation and operation of more than 15 Symantec security solutions, such as Endpoint Security, Data Loss Prevention and Mobile Security Management, which will support Rio 2016 technology operations in the mobile platforms, cloud, PCs and also servers. The company will also provide technical support, consulting and training.
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