Westcon-Comstor, a global technology provider, has announced an expanded distribution agreement with cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike to bring the AI-native CrowdStrike Falcon platform to Singapore. This partnership aims to address the growing demand for cybersecurity consolidation and cloud-native security solutions in the region. The collaboration will enable Westcon-Comstor’s network of resellers to drive the adoption of CrowdStrike’s platform, which is designed to combat AI-driven threats and digital complexities.
The agreement extends Westcon-Comstor and CrowdStrike’s partnership in Southeast Asia, adding Singapore to existing agreements in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. Westcon-Comstor will offer CrowdStrike’s leading security solutions, including Endpoint Security and Falcon Cloud Security, to its partners and customers, alongside new enterprise and SMB clients. The partnership will also leverage Westcon-Comstor’s expertise in cybersecurity and value-added services, such as technical enablement and data-led insights.
Jacquie Young, Managing Director, Cloud, APAC, at Westcon-Comstor, highlighted the importance of the partnership, stating, “Singapore’s digitalisation drive has raised the bar for infrastructure and cybersecurity, putting pressure on businesses to modernise quickly.” She emphasised the role of Westcon-Comstor in helping businesses consolidate their security and create revenue opportunities for channel partners.
Girsih Gargeshwari, Senior Director, Distribution and Alliances, CrowdStrike Asia Pacific and Japan, noted that the partnership would strengthen CrowdStrike’s channel reach and partner-first strategy in the region. The collaboration aims to accelerate the adoption of the Falcon platform, enabling partners to reduce security complexity and costs whilst preventing breaches.
Westcon-Comstor was recently named the 2024 CrowdStrike Global Distributor Partner of the Year, recognising its success in promoting the Falcon platform across EMEA and APAC.
