Customer Stories

ZESCO Reaped Increased Productivity Leveraging Azure Cloud Virtual Desktop Capabilities

Customer Name: Anchor Dataware 

Industry: Consulting Firm 

Location/Country: Lagos, Nigeria 

Solution: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Partner: Reliance Infosystems

ZESCO (Zambia Electricity Supply Corporation Limited) stands as a prominent state-owned entity within Zambia's energy landscape. As the nation's largest power company, ZESCO plays a pivotal role in the generation, distribution, and supply of electrical energy. With a significant contribution, accounting for approximately 80% of the total electricity consumption within the country, ZESCO serves as a cornerstone in powering Zambia's socio-economic growth.

The Business Need

ZESCO was primarily in need of a robust security solution capable of detecting, investigating, and responding to sophisticated attacks within their environment. Additionally, there was a notable absence of infrastructure aligned with Agile methodologies, leading to a lack of scalability.

In accordance with ZESCO's strategic technological vision, the organization made the decision to harness the capabilities of Microsoft's cloud computing services. The primary objectives of this undertaking are to establish a secure, scalable, and agile infrastructure that seamlessly aligns with ZESCO's overarching goals. Through the implementation of Microsoft's cloud solutions, ZESCO aspires to overcome the challenges they previously encountered, fostering an environment that prioritizes security, flexibility, and sustainable growth.

Solution Intervention

In a strategic move to enhance cybersecurity measures, Azure Sentinel was meticulously deployed for the Zambia Electricity Supply Cooperation (ZESCO), introducing a myriad of advantages.

  • Enhanced Threat Detection: Azure Sentinel employs advanced analytics and machine learning algorithms to swiftly identify potential security threats and anomalies within ZESCO's expansive digital ecosystem. This dynamic approach ensures early detection and mitigation of risks, fortifying the overall cybersecurity posture.

  • Scalability and Flexibility: Azure Sentinel brings to the forefront features that seamlessly adapt to the evolving requirements of ZESCO. This adaptability allows the platform to expand its resources, ensuring it can effectively accommodate increased data volumes while maintaining high-performance security analytics.

  • Streamlined Incident Response: The implementation of Azure Sentinel streamlines Incident Response for ZESCO. By facilitating automation and orchestration of response actions, the platform accelerates incident handling. This, in turn, automates routine tasks, allowing security teams to concentrate on critical aspects, leading to quicker response times and a substantial reduction in manual workload.

    The holistic integration of Azure Sentinel into ZESCO's cybersecurity framework marks a significant leap towards a more robust and efficient security infrastructure.

Embracing Transformation

The adoption of Azure-hosted security services marks a significant advancement for ZESCO. By leveraging Microsoft's cloud computing, ZESCO aims to establish a secure, scalable, and agile infrastructure. Microsoft Sentinel, a cloud-based SIEM solution, is crucial in this transformation, providing a comprehensive view of security through AI-driven threat detection and response. These services offer streamlined processes by removing the need for security infrastructure setup and maintenance. Furthermore, they lead to substantial cost savings of up to 48% compared to traditional SIEM solutions, making them a practical choice for ZESCO's security enhancement efforts.

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