Improved Network Security Now Showing at Cineplex Galaxy, Starring Microsoft Canada Co. and LegendCorp as Solutions Providers
Leading exhibitor of motion pictures selects Microsoft ISA Server 2004 and MOM 2005 to help lock down e-mail security and enable proactive network management
INFOSECURITY CANADA - June 15, 2005 - Microsoft Canada Co. today announced that Cineplex Galaxy LP, one of Canada's largest entertainment motion picture exhibitors, has selected Microsoft® Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) Server 2004 and Microsoft Operations Manager (MOM) 2005 to help protect its IT systems and to maximize existing IT investments by improving network security and performance.
Cineplex Galaxy LP (CGLP) was created as a limited partnership in November 2003 by merging Galaxy Entertainment Inc. and the Canadian assets of Cineplex Odeon Corp. The company operates 86 theatres, with a total of 775 screens in six provinces across Canada. CGLP has over 3,500 employees, and manages over 250 e-mail accounts within the theatre network and head office.
To meet the needs of its mobile workforce and to help enforce network security, CGLP deployed ISA Server 2004 to help ensure its managers traveling from theatre to theatre, in addition to its internal users, had access to e-mail from virtually any location. The company also deployed MOM 2005 to help its network administrators better identify and resolve IT performance issues before they resulted in costly system downtime.
CGLP was undertaking a large IT restructuring project and approached Microsoft for a solution to help protect its IT systems. The organization chose ISA Server 2004, an advanced, purpose-built application layer firewall, VPN and Web cache solution, as well as MOM 2005. MOM 2005 helps simplify identification of issues, streamlines the process for determining the root cause of a problem, and facilitates quick resolution to help restore services and to help prevent potential IT problems.
"Security is a prime concern for us. We transfer a lot of confidential information and we need to ensure our mobile workers have access to their e-mail at all times," said Jeff Kent, chief technology officer, Cineplex Galaxy LP. "Microsoft provided us with an effective and reliable solution to help us monitor our network proactively, alert us immediately to any problems, and easily deploy updates and patches when needed."
"CGLP is another Canadian organization that is experiencing the various security benefits of Microsoft software," said Derick Wong, senior security product manager, Microsoft Canada. "Microsoft ISA Server 2004 and MOM 2005 offer CGLP the efficiencies in systems and security management it needs as a first line of defense and manageability against unwanted attackers."
Working with LegendCorp, a Toronto-based Microsoft Gold Certified network solutions provider, CGLP selected both ISA Server 2004 and MOM 2005 for their intuitive functionality and enhanced security features, which it deemed superior to other solutions on the market.
"Security is a prime concern at Cineplex Galaxy. We worked with the organization to ensure it had an effective and reliable solution that would not only help protect its networks but update and monitor those networks when needed," said Andy Papadopoulos, president, LegendCorp. "We worked alongside the Cineplex Galaxy team to help them understand the capabilities and features of ISA Server 2004 and MOM 2005 so they could make the right decisions about how their network should best be designed."
LegendCorp helped the CGLP IT team get its systems up and running with MOM 2005 and ISA Server 2004 in less than a month. "With both products, we know our IT systems are being managed effectively," said Kent of CGLP. "We are confident with our decision to deploy Microsoft-based solutions. We know that our systems have enhanced protection against Internet threats and attacks."
About Microsoft Canada
Established in 1985, Microsoft Canada Co. is the Canadian subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation (Nasdaq "MSFT"), the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Microsoft Canada provides nationwide sales, marketing, consulting and local support services in both French and English. Headquartered in Mississauga, Microsoft Canada has 10 regional offices across the country dedicated to empowering people through great software - any time, any place and on any device. Visit Microsoft Canada's Web site at www.microsoft.ca
About Legendcorp
LegendCorp is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner in 5 competencies (Security, Advanced Infrastructure, Network Solutions, Business Intelligence and Knowledge Worker Productivity). Its Solution Frameworks, developed based on Microsoft Best Practices and its field experience since 1989, ensure that each project is delivered with predictable & measurable results. Your business requirements drive its solutions. LegendCorp takes the time to understand your business, your pains, and your vision. Working together through its standard four phases - Assess, Design, Implement and Manage - it can together deliver secure business value solutions. Its philosophy working with its clients is to teach them how to fish.Contact LegendCorp at www.legendcorp.com
About Cineplex Galaxy LP
Cineplex Galaxy LP is a leading exhibitor of motion pictures in the entertainment industry. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Cineplex Galaxy LP currently operates 86 theatres with a total of 775 screens in six provinces across Canada. Cineplex Odeon Cinemas, Galaxy Cinemas and the associated brands are owned and operated by Cineplex Galaxy LP. There are 64 Cineplex Odeon Cinemas located in the major urban centres and 22 Galaxy Cinemas featured in mid-size markets. Proudly Canadian, Cineplex Galaxy Income Fund, which owns approximately 42% of Cineplex Galaxy LP, is a public company traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under Cineplex Galaxy Income Fund (symbol CGX.UN).
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