Brief: Today, over 70% of data breaches are traced back to endpoint vulnerabilities1. With every endpoint representing a doorway into your business, Zero Trust isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. For Canadian businesses in essential sectors, safeguarding every device, user, and interaction isn’t just about compliance; it’s about resilience. F12’s Device-as-a-Service (DaaS) also delivers a smarter approach to Zero Trust, transforming device management into a proactive, security-first strategy.
“Security is not a product, but a process.” – Bruce Schneier
Zero Trust is more than a buzzword; it’s a paradigm shift. Traditional security models relied on the idea that if you were inside the network, you were “trusted.” But trust today is too fragile, too easily compromised. F12’s DaaS model recognises that the only real security comes from constantly verifying every access point, every interaction, every device. Let’s explore how F12 DaaS enables Canadian businesses to bring Zero Trust to life—building not just a safer network, but a more resilient future.
The Essence of Zero Trust: Trust Nothing, Verify Everything
In the world of cyber security, assuming trust is a liability. According to Verizon’s 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report, more than half of data breaches stem from unauthorised access2. This sobering statistic reveals the weakness of traditional security models that rely on perimeter defences. In a Zero Trust approach, every user, device, and action is viewed as potentially hostile until verified.
Zero Trust isn’t about paranoia; it’s about practicality. Businesses that implement Zero Trust don’t waste resources responding to breaches—they invest in preventing them. For essential industries, such as healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and professional services, Zero Trust is a game-changer. The core principles of Zero Trust, each of which can be supported by F12 DaaS, are:
- Identity Verification: Validating that every user and device is who they claim to be.
- Least-Privilege Access: Ensuring that each user has only the permissions needed for their role.
- Device Trust: Enforcing strict security standards for all devices accessing the network.
- Continuous Monitoring: Actively watching for unusual activity to detect threats in real time with F12 MDR
When Canadian businesses adopt these principles, they don’t just strengthen their security—they build trust with customers, regulators, and partners, showing a commitment to proactive, responsible cyber security.
How F12 DaaS Powers Zero Trust from the Ground Up
1. Building Device Security from Day One
When it comes to Zero Trust, every device is a potential doorway into your network. Studies show that 60% of data breaches involve vulnerabilities that could have been prevented with timely patching3. F12 DaaS ensures that every device is proactively managed and securely configured from the moment it’s deployed.
Proactive Device Management: Your devices are updated, patched, and secured around the clock without your IT team lifting a finger. F12 DaaS continuously monitors each device for vulnerabilities, applying necessary updates automatically to close security gaps before they’re exploited.
Standardised Security Configurations: With F12 DaaS, every device follows strict security protocols, reducing the risk of non-compliant devices introducing vulnerabilities. For industries with regulatory requirements, such as Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), these consistent configurations simplify compliance.
2. Unmatched Visibility and Control Across Devices
One of the most critical aspects of Zero Trust is visibility—knowing exactly who is accessing what, and from where. F12 DaaS provides centralised control over every device in your network, enabling complete visibility into device health, location, and security status.
Real-Time Monitoring and Alerts: F12 DaaS allows your IT team to monitor device usage patterns and health indicators in real time. If a device shows unusual activity, an alert is triggered, enabling the team to respond before a minor issue escalates. According to a study by IBM, detecting and containing a breach quickly can save businesses an average of USD 1 million per breach4.
3. Seamless Integration with Identity Verification and Access Control
Zero Trust doesn’t work without robust access control. F12 DaaS integrates seamlessly with identity and access management (IAM) systems, supporting tools like multi-factor authentication (MFA) to ensure that only the right users have access to sensitive information.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Research shows that MFA can prevent 99.9% of attacks on compromised accounts5. With F12 DaaS, every device is MFA-ready, adding a critical layer of defence. MFA ensures that even if a user’s password is stolen, access is still protected by a second verification step.
Why F12 DaaS is the Backbone of Zero Trust for Canadian Businesses
Zero Trust is more than just a trend—it’s the future of security for Canadian businesses, especially those in essential sectors. Implementing Zero Trust requires deep control, visibility, and flexibility, all of which are embedded in F12’s DaaS model. For organisations with limited IT resources, F12 DaaS simplifies Zero Trust implementation by offloading the complexity of device management, security, and compliance.
Lenovo: Our Trusted Partner in Device Security
In delivering industry-leading security, F12 partners with Lenovo to bring you DaaS solutions that combine Lenovo’s reliable hardware with F12’s dedicated security services. This partnership allows us to deliver devices that are robust, secure, and perfectly aligned with the Zero Trust framework. By integrating Lenovo’s cutting-edge technology with F12’s security-first approach, we provide Canadian businesses with devices built to support a safer, more resilient future.
Book a DaaS Consultation
Ready to build a Zero Trust framework with the support of F12’s DaaS solution? Book a Lenovo DaaS consultation with F12 today, and let’s discuss how we can empower your organisation with secure, manageable devices tailored to your needs.
Citations
- Verizon. (2024). 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report. https://www.verizon.com/business/resources/reports/dbir/
- Ponemon Institute. (2024). State of Endpoint Security in 2024. https://www.ponemon.org/library/state-of-endpoint-security
- Cyber Security Ventures. (2024). Global Cybersecurity Report. https://cybersecurityventures.com/global-report/
- IBM Security. (2024). Cost of a Data Breach Report 2024. https://www.ibm.com/security/data-breach
- Microsoft Security. (2024). The Importance of Multi-Factor Authentication in Preventing Attacks. https://www.microsoft.com/security/
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