Today marks the beginning of a new era in cyber security with the completion of Symantec’s acquisition of Blue Coat. We stand proudly under the Symantec banner with a shared passion to keep the world’s information and our customers safe.
Since announcing the transaction I’ve heard from countless customers, partners and investors who have voiced their support. What they’re telling me is that this combination makes sense because we’re creating a first-of-its-kind portfolio that no one else can match. Only Symantec will have the talent, scale and resources to help customers architect a cyber defense strategy to protect against advanced attacks as their workforce becomes more mobile and moves to the cloud.
As we shift into execution mode of our integration strategy, we are focused on capturing the strengths of both companies to ensure a seamless and efficient transition. While the opportunity ahead for us is vast, to seize it, we must apply rigor, move faster and continue to transform. A big part of my job is to accelerate our ability to bring innovative products to our customers more quickly.
When I think about how cyber security technology will be used to protect the world it is imperative that our industry allows customers to make strategic decisions that are right for them. My vision is that Symantec’s platform will fuel an ecosystem that encourages vendors of all sizes to play a part in tackling our industry’s toughest challenges. Our commitment to an open platform anchors every aspect of our Symantec/Blue Coat integration work.
I am honored to lead Symantec as it enters its next chapter of expanded product innovation and growth. As the largest dedicated cyber security company on the planet, we’re eager to get started and we look forward to defining the future of cyber security with you.
To hear more about our early thinking, watch the above video conversation with Symantec’s Hugh Thompson and myself.
Sincerely,
Greg