K7 Computing Announces Strategic Repositioning and Expansion of its Enterprise Security Business at its Annual K7 Odyssey Event

Announces new security solutions for business, redefining the company’s growth trajectory in the global enterprise IT security market
Chennai, India, 25th October, 2018: At its annual K7 Odyssey event, K7 Computing today announced a strategic repositioning of its business, along with a new brand appearance, marking a strong commitment to helping businesses, from SOHO to large enterprise, secure their digital business.
Building on its success in the consumer segment and recent recognition of its leadership in security technologies by international testing organizations such as AV Comparatives, K7 Computing today announced a set of new products and initiatives to expand and strengthen its presence in the Indian enterprise cybersecurity market.
New products announced are:

K7 Mobile Device Management (MDM)

K7 MDM is a cloud-based service that enables organizations to monitor, manage, and secure employees’ mobile devices from mobile malware threats, and enforce compliance with company policies.

K7 line of UTM Gateway appliances

The K7 range of UTM gateway appliances brings together K7 Security’s award-winning anti-malware technology tightly integrated into a cost effective, proven gateway solution for Small Office/Home Office (SOHO), Small Business, Medium Enterprise, and Enterprise networks.
K7 Security for macOS
K7 Security for macOS provides comprehensive real-time and on demand protection from both Mac and Windows-based malware threats. It consumes minimal system resources ensuring uninterrupted computer performance, adhering to the performance benchmark set by K7 Computing over the years.

Medal of Honour Awards

Along with new business and product announcements, the evening also witnessed K7 Computing’s annual ‘Medal of Honour’ initiative. This year the company has recognized 25 industry stalwarts who have played a critical role in contributing to the growth of digital India with the K7 Medal of Honour award. The Chief Guest for the evening was Rd. Santhosh Babu, Secretary to Government of Tamil Nadu, Information Technology Department and Mr. N. Ram, Chairman of Kasturi & Sons Limited and Publisher of ‘The Hindu’.

Speaking on the occasion, J Kesavardhanan, MD & CEO, K7 Computing said;

“Over the years, enterprises have enhanced their levels of mobility by shifting their communications and transactions to the online space, thereby; creating a paradigm shift in the way devices and data need to be protected. We are convinced that our renewed focus and strategy will deliver value, higher performance and a new level of convenience for our clients. Our digital competence will be a true strategic differentiator in the market.” He further added; “By advancing our offerings to the Enterprise segment, our efforts are in tandem with the order by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to promote domestically manufactured Cyber Security Products. We are proud to be the only Cybersecurity player in India having a vast portfolio of indigenously built products. Our products are internationally acclaimed by reputed testing organizations and are built without any external dependencies.”

About K7 Computing Private Limited

K7 Computing Private Limited is a home-grown 26-year-old cybersecurity company that protects over 25 million customers globally against threats to their IT environments. It is a global provider of leading IT security solutions for Enterprises and Consumers. Incorporated in 1991, K7 Computing has its registered office in Chennai and a strong presence in all Indian states; with more than 20,000 channel partners.
K7 Computing has been accepted as the first Indian anti-virus company in Japan. The company has partnered with SourceNext to distribute K7 Total Security in Japan. SourceNext Corporation is Japan’s topmost domestic PC software seller with access to more than 25,000 retail shelves across the country, and the product is distributed under the name ‘Virus Security Zero’. The widely acclaimed product commands a major market share in the retail segment in Japan.