Forte Opening Solutions Selects GTT for Data Security and Resilient Connectivity to Cloud-Based Manufacturing Applications

Century icon in commercial and residential doors picks GTT for Managed SD-WAN, Managed Firewall and Secure Remote Access to support its production uptime

GTT Communications Inc., a leading networking and security as a service provider for multinational organizations, has been selected by Forte Opening Solutions to deliver a high-availability Managed SD-WAN with integrated Secure Remote Access and Managed Firewall. This solution will ensure uninterrupted connectivity and robust data security for Forte Opening Solutions' digital operations for the production and distribution of its premium door solutions across 21 sites in the US and Canada.

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Through GTT Envision, a seamless and redundant solution including Dedicated Internet Access, 5G Fixed Wireless Access and Wireline Broadband with a high-availability architecture of dual links and hardware has been deployed at each site. Paired with security via Managed SD-WAN, Managed Firewall and Secure Remote Access, GTT will ensure end-to-end protection between authorized end users and the applications that drive operations and production for Forte Opening Solutions. This will protect the network from data transport and hardware failures – all backed by a 99.95% uptime Service Level Agreement.

“Working with GTT for our network and security helps simplify my life,” said Frank Barrett, Vice President of IT, Forte Opening Solutions. “GTT’s combination of security services, Managed SD-WAN and choice of connectivity options enable redundancy and reliability at each of our sites and ensure secure access to our web-based manufacturing and productivity applications. This greatly reduces the risk of network downtime or disruption, which is critical for our production.”

“We’re proud to deliver the networking and security solutions via GTT Envision that Forte Opening Solutions relies upon for production while also connecting its offices and employees to the data and applications required to achieve their business objectives,” said Joan Logan, President, Americas Division, GTT. “Our managed high-performance SD-WAN integrated with our security solutions empower Forte Opening Solutions to remain connected and secure, supporting the craftmanship and perfection it has delivered for more than a century.”

GTT Managed SD-WAN service integrates seamlessly with GTT cloud security offerings, providing controlled and efficient management of the entire enterprise network. GTT was recently named a U.S. Leader in Managed SD-WAN by the Information Services Group (ISG), a renowned technology research and market intelligence advisory firm. The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ Network – Software Defined Solutions and Services Report highlighted GTT for giving customers the flexibility to choose the technologies and ongoing managed and professional services support that best suit their business needs. In addition, GTT was honored as the 2024 Managed Security Solution of the Year by the CyberSecurity Awards for enabling customers to deliver secure cloud networks in a zero trust framework across the globe.

About Forte Opening Solutions

Forte Opening Solutions supplies a full range of premium components and door solutions, tailored to customer needs and delivered through a variety of options, including the USA Wood Door quick ship service. Operating in eight states and Canada, Forte is dedicated to making every door, every interaction, and every opening unforgettable. For more information: www.forteopenings.com

About GTT

GTT is a leading networking and security-as-a-service provider for multinational organizations, connecting people and machines to data and applications — anywhere in the world. We serve thousands of organizations, bringing together the right people, partners and technology to reduce the burden on IT teams and solve the most pressing networking and security challenges. Built on our top-ranked global Tier 1 network, the GTT Envision platform provides visibility, insights, orchestration and control, enabling customers with consumable solutions to achieve business missions and meet ongoing demand when, where and how needed. Our portfolio includes SASE, SD-WAN, security, internet, voice and other connectivity options, complemented by a suite of professional services and exceptional sales and support teams in local markets around the globe. We partner with our customers to deliver Greater Technology Together. www.gtt.net

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"Working with GTT for our network and security helps simplify my life,” said Frank Barrett, Vice President of IT, Forte Opening Solutions.