The castle-and-moat era is over. Hybrid work, cloud apps and branch-to-anywhere connectivity have outgrown the old perimeter. The result? Too many tools, too much complexity and uneven user experience. Unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) offers a cleaner model: bring network and security operations together, verify every connection (Zero Trust) and keep performance high without multiplying boxes and consoles. In this session, HCLTech and Fortinet leaders will discuss how to turn SASE from buzzword to business results. We’ll focus on outcomes that matter; fewer tools, lower risk and a better employee experience. We’ll share simple principles - platform over patchwork, identity-led access, one policy everywhere and the operating habits that make change stick. You’ll leave with a clear storyline for stakeholders and a practical plan to move beyond VPN sprawl with confidence.

What you’ll learn:

• Learn how a unified SASE approach can reduce complexity by consolidating tools and controls
• Explore how identity-led access (ZTNA) can modernize remote access and reduce VPN dependence over time
• Discover how consistent policies can be applied across users, branches and cloud apps for stronger governance
• Understand what a realistic rollout looks like -pilot steps, success metrics, and how to scale effectively