Thinking Objects GmbH concludes a framework agreement with the procurement office of the BMI for the supply of Airlock software licences, software maintenance and product-related services with a term of up to four years.
The aim of the framework agreement is to make Airlock - the software for application security from the manufacturer Ergon Informatik AG - and associated services available to the direct federal administration and other indirect authorities. Thinking Objects GmbH included SVA System Vertrieb Alexander GmbH as a subcontractor in the tender and was finally awarded the contract by the Procurement Office.
The Airlock Secure Access Hub combines the important IT security topics of filtering and authentication into a well-coordinated overall package that sets standards in terms of usability and services. The Airlock Secure Access Hub covers all the important functions of modern application security: from a Web Application Firewall (WAF) that has won awards from trade journalists, to a Customer Identity & Access Management (cIAM) with integrated strong authentication (2FA) that is trusted by Swiss banks, to API and microservice security that meets the latest requirements. The Airlock IT security solution protects more than 20 million active digital identities and 30,000 backends of over 600 customers around the world.
The procurement office had thoroughly examined the contractors' performance in economic and technical terms and assumed Gold Partner status. According to Ergon, Airlock Gold Partners are proven Airlock experts who have excellent know-how and a broad customer base. They are a very good choice for successful Airlock projects and smooth operation.
Particularly in view of the growing threat posed by cyber attacks, the BMI's Procurement Office is using this agreement to secure urgently needed procurements to strengthen IT security.
Markus Klingspor, Managing Director of Thinking Objects GmbH
We are pleased that our partner Thinking Objects, together with SVA, has been awarded the contract. We are convinced that this means that two very experienced partners have prevailed who are very familiar with projects for the integration and maintenance of Airlock. The procurement of Airlock products and services is now much easier and faster.
Dominik Missbach, Senior Account Manager Germany
Since 1994, Thinking Objects GmbH has been offering customised solutions with a focus on IT security, IT project management and operation & support in data centres. Around 100 employees work for the managed security service provider on a daily basis for customers of various sizes and industries.
SVA System Vertrieb Alexander GmbH is one of Germany's leading system integrators and employs more than 2,200 people at 26 locations. The public service office specialises in the sale of hardware & software from various established manufacturers as well as the sale of corresponding IT services ranging from conception, planning and consulting to the integration and operation of system solutions and specialist applications for public clients.
Airlock is a security innovation from the Swiss company Ergon Informatik AG and has been used by numerous federal and state authorities for many years. The company was founded in 1984 and employs around 350 highly qualified staff.
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