Central Management

What is Central Management?

FortiManager is a centralized management platform from Fortinet designed to streamline and simplify the administration of Fortinet security devices, such as FortiGate firewalls, across multiple locations. It provides a unified interface for managing security policies, configurations, and system updates, making it easier for IT teams to deploy, monitor, and manage their Fortinet infrastructure at scale.

FortiManager enables businesses to efficiently configure, monitor, and control their Fortinet security appliances from a single console, ensuring consistency and compliance across the network. It supports both on-premises and cloud-based deployments, offering flexibility for various network environments. The platform also integrates seamlessly with Fortinet’s Security Fabric, providing a holistic view of network security.

Key features of FortiManager include centralized policy management, automated firmware updates, role-based access control, and advanced reporting and analytics. It allows organizations to enforce security policies consistently across their network and ensure that all devices are up to date with the latest security patches. Additionally, FortiManager’s centralized logging and monitoring capabilities enhance visibility into network activities and security events.

By simplifying the management of Fortinet devices, FortiManager reduces operational complexity, improves security posture, and enables better scalability for businesses as they expand their network infrastructure. It is ideal for organizations seeking an efficient, unified solution for managing Fortinet security products across distributed environments.

Features & Benefits

FortiManager offers centralized management of Fortinet devices, simplifying configuration, monitoring, and policy enforcement across multiple locations.

It enhances network security by ensuring consistent policies, automated firmware updates, and real-time visibility. With role-based access control and advanced reporting, it improves operational efficiency and reduces complexity. FortiManager’s integration with Fortinet’s Security Fabric allows for a unified security posture, making it ideal for scalable, secure network management.

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