The volume and complexity of Web, email, and data security threats today pose a huge security challenge for organizations, and many lack the resources to address these threats effectively. The growing number of mobile workers, economic constraints, and regulatory compliance compound the security dilemma.

One technology that is meeting these challenges head on is Security-as-a-Service (SaaS). SaaS is increasing in popularity as an effective and lower total-cost delivery platform. Organizations of all sizes are now looking to SaaS to reduce the cost of deploying and managing Web and email security across their headquarters, branch offices, and mobile workforce.

This white paper examines the security challenges organizations are facing today; addresses misconceptions about Security as-a-Service (SaaS); and provides criteria to help you evaluate SaaS solutions.