Cato Networks Honors APJ Partners as SASE Adoption Accelerates
Event summary
- Cato Networks awarded top APJ and Japan partners at its 2nd Annual Partner Summit in Phuket, Thailand on July 9, 2026.
- Introduced two new go-to-market models for managed service providers: partner-owned pooled licensing and self-provisioning.
- Awards recognized partners in categories like Top Distributor, Top MSP, Rising Star, and Technical Excellence.
The big picture
Cato Networks is doubling down on its Channel First Partner Program to drive SASE adoption globally, particularly in APJ. The shift away from point solutions toward unified platforms reflects broader industry trends toward operational efficiency and AI-driven security architectures. With managed service providers now able to scale independently through pooled licensing and self-provisioning, Cato aims to capture market share in the SMB segment while fortifying its position against competitors.
What we're watching
- Partner Scaling
- Whether Cato's new go-to-market models will accelerate SASE adoption among SMBs through faster onboarding and license flexibility.
- AI Security Demand
- How the rise of AI-assisted attacks will impact partner-led growth in APJ and Japan.
- Market Differentiation
- The pace at which Cato can maintain its lead in the converged network and security cloud space amid increasing competition.
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