HelpSystems is to acquire Clearswift, a UK-based content threat protection software company.
Clearswift’s deep content inspection capability enables information to be scanned as it enters or leaves the organisation, allowing sensitive data to be securely transmitted via email or other web-based methods.
Clearswift claims its success is based on its ability to embed its adaptive data loss prevention technology within its solutions, enhancing security effectiveness, and lowering the risk of business interruption. Clearswift has experienced growth over the last few years under its departing CEO Heath Davies.
Kate Bolseth, CEO, HelpSystems said: “The addition of the Clearswift solutions to the HelpSystems portfolio will provide customers with an expanded set of cybersecurity options that protect critical data and enable compliance with industry mandates such as PCI, GDPR, and HIPAA and help them stay on top of the shifting cybersecurity environment.”
The content threat protection market is being driven by increasing internal and external threats as well as increased regulations within Critical National Infrastructure verticals like national defence, emergency services, finance, government, healthcare, and utilities. More than 1,700 organisations in more than 70 countries rely on Clearswift.
Managing Director, Clearswift. Ciaran Rafferty said:“We are confident we have found the perfect home for Clearswift and believe HelpSystems will continue to drive the products and business forward.”
