11:11 Systems Partners with Cato Networks for Managed SASE Solution — 11:11 SYSTEMS, INC.

Event summary

11:11 Systems launched its Managed Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution in partnership with Cato Networks on July 22, 2026.
The offering combines SD-WAN, cloud-native networking, and security capabilities with 11:11's connectivity and cyber resilience expertise.
Key features include zero trust network access (ZTNA), firewall as a service (FWaaS), secure web gateway (SWG), and advanced threat protection.
The solution is backed by 11:11's global backbone, carrier-agnostic connectivity options, and integrated cloud services.

The big picture

This partnership aligns with the broader industry trend towards consolidating fragmented legacy networking and security stacks into unified, cloud-native solutions. As enterprises increasingly adopt hybrid work models and distributed architectures, the demand for managed SASE solutions is expected to grow. The inclusion of 11:11 Systems in Forrester's Secure Access Service Edge Services Landscape report underscores the strategic importance of this move.

What we're watching

Market Adoption: How quickly distributed enterprises will adopt the Managed SASE solution, particularly those with hybrid workforces and multi-site operations.
Competitive Positioning: Whether 11:11 Systems can differentiate itself in the crowded SASE market by leveraging its managed services expertise.
Execution Risk: The pace at which 11:11 Systems can integrate and deliver the solution globally, given the complexity of combining multiple security and networking capabilities.