Limpopo provincial government creates top-down security with Mimecast
Solution
Mimecast brought most of the Limpopo government under one digital roof, built email backup and added archiving capabilities. At the same time, it enhanced protections for employees, whether they are working on-premises or remotely on their own devices. The company also improved email security awareness among end users, which relieved pressure on IT staff, who no longer spend the bulk of their time addressing email alerts and malware issues.
Problem
As part of an e-government strategy implementation plan, the Limpopo provincial government in South Africa wanted to consolidate the online presence of its departments and amplify security and email continuity. Amid a pandemic lockdown, this required building infrastructure to allow for remote work and secure devices on a common platform, while allowing for each department’s operational differences and budget constraints.
The essential work of government depends on email and digital communication, even more so today with the popularity of contactless services and remote work brought on by COVID-19. In the early days of the pandemic lockdown, the government of the South African province of Limpopo decided to work with Mimecast to upgrade its email services, consolidate the online presence of its 11 government departments and step up its cybersecurity posture.
Limpopo is South Africa’s northernmost province on the border with Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Botswana. It is known for its natural resources and for being the gateway for visitors to Kruger National Park. The government is in the middle of a five-year development plan that began in 2020 and includes partnerships with local and international companies.