Nextgen Group has expanded its distribution deal with cybersecurity vendor Forescout to include both Singapore and the Philippines. This extension builds upon their existing partnership, which primarily focuses on the cybersecurity market in Australia and New Zealand. The decision to broaden the collaboration reflects the increasing demand for advanced cybersecurity solutions across the Southeast Asian region.

Wendy O’Keeffe, EVP Asia at Nextgen Group, expressed enthusiasm about the expanded partnership, emphasizing the opportune timing for partners to engage with Forescout. She highlighted the company’s dedication to working with enterprise software providers and the anticipation of driving further growth for Forescout in the dynamic markets of Singapore and the Philippines.

O’Keeffe noted that customers are actively seeking to streamline their vendor relationships, and Forescout’s strategic vision and expanding portfolio are drawing significant interest from both customers and partners. This aligns with the broader trend in the cybersecurity landscape where organizations are looking for comprehensive solutions to enhance their security posture.

Sukhbir Sandhu, Forescout’s ASEAN Regional Sales Director, commended the successful strategy employed with Nextgen in Australia and New Zealand. He expressed eagerness to replicate this success in the Southeast Asian market, emphasizing the agility of Nextgen’s business model and its extensive cybersecurity services. Sandhu underscored how these factors complement Forescout’s commitment to providing comprehensive and advanced cybersecurity capabilities in the market.