Strategic partnership between KPMG and Wortell: A shared vision on digital transformation and cyber resilience
Lijnden and Amstelveen, 04/06/2024 - In a rapidly changing world where digital developments continue at an unprecedented pace, it is more important than ever for organizations to protect themselves against cyber threats and enhance their cyber resilience.
KPMG and Wortell, two leading players in the industry, are committed to a holistic approach to these challenges. With a shared focus on supporting organizations in their digital transformation and strengthening their cyber resilience, they are now partnering to continue this mission together. By joining forces, they can not only improve the security and resilience of their clients but also enable organizations to harness AI, making them more efficient and effective in their daily operations.
Shared vision on a holistic approach
"This collaboration is a logical step in our shared vision on the importance of a holistic approach to digital transformation and cyber resilience," says Maarten Goet, Director of Cyber Security at Wortell. "For many years, we have been helping organizations navigate the ever-changing digital landscape. This partnership strengthens our ability to continue doing so."
Dennis de Hoog, Business Manager Secure at Wortell, adds: "By combining KPMG's strategic approach and implementation power with Wortell's deep expertise as a Microsoft partner, we can now support organizations even better." This includes a risk-based approach to implementing security programs, 24/7 Managed eXtended Detection & Response (MxDR) services, Incident Response, forensic investigations, crisis management, and various Red Teaming activities.
Proactive approach to digital security
"Many organizations are pleasantly surprised when they encounter our proactive, comprehensive approach to implementing cybersecurity solutions. We are excited to now combine this approach with Wortell's deep knowledge of Microsoft Security products," says Henrik Smit of KPMG. "The comprehensive approach to implementing cybersecurity solutions is currently a hot topic for many organizations. Where do you set priorities, and how do technical solutions align with the requirements arising from regulations (e.g., NIS2), the threat landscape, or a new desired way of working?
Together, we help organizations make the right technical choices. KPMG's approach and 'Leading Practices' in compliance, security architecture, security processes, and roles and responsibilities contribute to better integration. This way, we help organizations defend themselves more quickly and effectively against increasing digital threats."
Future vision
This partnership marks a significant milestone in KPMG and Wortell's efforts to support organizations in securing their digital future. With a shared commitment to both innovation and security, they are determined to assist organizations in navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Customers benefit from joint services
Customers benefit from a comprehensive security solution that actively detects, prevents, and addresses threats while simultaneously improving operational efficiency. The combined services of KPMG and Wortell offer an all-encompassing approach to cybersecurity, enabling organizations to adapt effectively within the changing threat landscape.
The collaboration also plays a crucial role in M365 Copilot, helping customers enhance their digital resilience and increase their efficiency.
Femke Cornelissen, Chief Copilot at Wortell, highlights the unique opportunities this partnership offers: "M365 Copilot represents a unique opportunity for Wortell and KPMG to help our customers strengthen their digital resilience. By joining forces, we can not only improve our customers' security but also fully enable users to harness AI, making them more efficient and effective in their daily tasks. We empower people!"
Edith Payman – van de Laar, Microsoft Alliance Lead at KPMG Netherlands, believes in the power of the network: “Through this collaboration, Wortell, KPMG, and Microsoft can broadly support their customers with secure digital innovation projects, such as Generative AI and M365 Copilot. We focus on the sum of the parts, perfectly complementing each other in knowledge, content, solutions, and resources. Digital transformation combined with cyber resilience requires a holistic approach with the customer at the center, and that is what we aim to offer our clients.”
Femke Cornelissen (Chief Copilot at Wortell), Dennis de Hoog (Business Manager Secure at Wortell), Henrik Smit (Director CyberOps at KPMG Netherlands), Maarten Goet (Director Cyber Security at Wortell), and Edith Payman – van de Laar (Microsoft Alliance Lead at KPMG Netherlands).