A new dimension of mobility

The need for mobile and on-demand access to all business critical applications and information is increasing steadily.

Regardless of whether you use Follow Me strategies, cloud computing, desktop virtualization or the innovative “bring your own computer” (BYOC) model, you require access that is highly flexible, manageable and secure.

The classic VPN-based approach may work in theory, but in practice it quickly reaches its own limits. It is characterized by a high level of complexity, not least because the VPN approach must protect transmission media from exposure to attacks.

Security and usability also suffer from this increased complexity. IT expert Bruce Schneier gets to the heart of the issue: “You cannot secure something that you do not understand.”

Your sustainable access strategy needs therefore a technology that addresses user-friendliness, scalability, and platform independence in one product, thus greatly reducing IT costs. At the same time, an intelligent software design guarantees full protection from Internet security risks.

The most flexible access in all application areas

SPIRIT/21 provides a groundbreaking alternative to today’s best systems for IT perimeter connectivity and security. G/On Virtual Access is an innovative platform that provides and administers secure access connections for companies and organizations of all sizes.

In contrast to conventional access methods such as LAN, WAN and VPN, the user's computer is not connected to the full network. Instead, the user session is connected to the company’s application servers virtually. Developed and patented by our partner Giritech, the EMCADS® technology ensures that all connection paths are totally secure, and that external computers are completely isolated from the company’s network. Even an infected PC is not dangerous to the Intranet as long as it only uses applications connected to the G/On server.

The flexible design assures identical access on every computer, independent of the language and operating system. Programs and resources such as e-mail, Citrix, terminal services, VMware, Intranet portals and even office PCs with VoIP technology are quickly available on the Internet, regardless of user location. And all of this is possible without costly changes to your IT infrastructure.

Typical application areas are:

• Field employees

• Telecommuting / home offices

• Linkage of field offices and external partners

• Business continuity

• Data loss prevention

• Secure transmission of sensitive data

• Access to the company cloud

• Support of virtualized environments and decentralized hosting

• "Bring your own computer" programs

Together with the software producer, we develop the right access strategy for your business, taking into account cost savings potential and consolidation possibilities.

Virtual access as a future-proof business strategy

Implementing G/On creates significant cost savings when setting up new workstations and office locations worldwide. Users benefit from high device compatibility without having to accept compromises in user-friendliness.

It takes very little effort to manage a G/On environment thanks to the system’s centralized architecture (single point of management). Specific connectors like the Citrix XML interface or MS-SQL and LDAP connections ensure nonstop connectivity to all company systems. For a high-security environment, the optional Secure Desktop is available. Secure Desktop is a hardened Linux operating system with a connection client and the ability to boot from a USB token.

The combination of security, flexibility, ease of use, simple installation, and virtual connectivity, all in one single product, makes G/On a strategic access platform. Our experts guarantee a smooth implementation within your company.