Smart Technologies has announced that it has been awarded Fortinet Advanced Partner status, one of the most rigorous levels of accreditation within Fortinet's global partner programme.

The achievement, it said, recognises its investment in verified technical expertise, certified engineers, and a demonstrated track record of delivering successful Fortinet deployments for clients across a range of industries.

"This is not about a badge on our website. It is about the expertise we have built, the processes we follow, and the outcomes our clients experience every day," said Joseph Aquilina, Chief Executive Officer, Smart Technologies.

As a Fortinet Advanced Partner, Smart Technologies now benefits from priority access to Fortinet's technical and support resources, advanced design tools, and enhanced collaboration with Fortinet's engineering teams. These advantages translate directly into stronger security outcomes for clients, from improved threat detection and response times to more resilient network architectures.

Fortinet's Security Fabric platform is used by organisations worldwide to protect critical infrastructure against an increasingly sophisticated threat landscape. This new Advanced Partner status positions Smart Technologies to deliver these capabilities at the highest level.

"This milestone reflects the commitment our team has made to building genuine, deep capability in cybersecurity. For our clients, it means better protection, faster response, and a partner they can truly rely on," said Manuel Aquilina, Chief Operations Officer at Smart Technologies Ltd.

For more information or to arrange a security consultation, contact Smart Technologies through stl.com.mt/book-a-call/