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FreshDesign: managed firewall, SSL VPN and internet failover

If one link drops, the other takes over. When the team leaves the office, the SSL VPN keeps them secure. These are the three layers DataRoad built and manages at FreshDesign.

Updated 17 October 20262 min read

More than 10 workstations · support contract · remote, on-site and phone support

At a glance

For decision-makers short on time.

  • 01In 2020 FreshDesign entrusted its network security and continuity to DataRoad.
  • 02Next-generation firewall plus SSL VPN for secure, encrypted remote working.
  • 03Two internet connections with load balancing and automatic failover.
In this article

An office that relies on a single internet connection goes offline at the first carrier failure, and remote working without secure access exposes the network. In 2020, FreshDesign entrusted DataRoad - IT Services and Consulting with the security and continuity of its network: a next-generation firewall (NGFW), SSL VPN for remote working and load balancing between two internet connections with automatic failover. The solution came under DataRoad's ongoing management, with monitoring, alerting and reports, an example of a managed firewall applied to an office that cannot be left without access.

Project details

FieldDetail
ClientFreshDesign
SectorBusinesses and offices
Year2020
ScopeFirewall and security, servers and infrastructure, IT Unlimited

Three layers, one objective: working securely, from anywhere

1. Next-generation firewall

  • Internal network protection Against external threats.
  • Traffic control Filtering and intrusion prevention.
  • Remote monitoring With proactive alerting.
  • Reporting Detailed activity reports.

2. SSL VPN for remote working

Employees access internal servers and applications over an encrypted connection, with centralised control of access and permissions. For those working away from the office, it is simple to use; for the company, the risk of remote working is reduced.

3. Redundant internet

Two connections with load balancing and automatic failover: if one operator fails, traffic moves to the other and the team keeps working without noticing.

What FreshDesign gained

  • A more secure, stable network Prepared for threats and monitored.
  • Remote working without compromise Encrypted remote access to internal resources.
  • Continuity Operations stay up even if an internet provider fails.
  • Visibility Anomalies detected and dealt with before they reach operations.

Ongoing management after installation

DataRoad maintains the solution: an up-to-date firewall, optimised security policies, a stable VPN and monitored infrastructure, under the IT Unlimited model, continuous monitoring, alerting, proactive interventions, unlimited support and periodic performance and availability reports. Those who need 24/7 oversight get it in the Premium 365 plan, through the NOC and IT monitoring.

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About DataRoad

A premium MSP with its head office in Alfragide and support across the country, specialising in networks, firewalls, VPN and segmentation. 11 years, 232 clients under contract and the Top 5% PME certification awarded by scoring.pt. DataRoad thanks FreshDesign for its trust.

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  • Everything in writingWhat is included, the scope and the price, before you sign.
  • Support without counted hoursRemote and phone in every plan; on-site support from Premium.

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