Cato Networks Celebrates Partner Achievements at 2025 Japan Partner Summit
Cato Networks, a recognized leader in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), recently held its much-anticipated Japan Partner Summit in Tokyo on July 15, 2025. This event served as a platform to honor the outstanding accomplishments of its partners within the region. The 2025 Cato Networks Japan Partner Awards were designed to celebrate those partners who have not only demonstrated a commitment to excellence but have also made substantial contributions to enhancing the customer experience alongside Cato's innovative solutions.
The significance of this event was underscored by the changing landscape of IT and networking solutions. As organizations globally transition from traditional security measures and networking point solutions to integrated SASE offerings, Cato is at the forefront of this transformation. The company's Channel First Partner Program aims to facilitate the increased adoption of SASE not only in Japan but across various global markets.
Award Highlights
During the ceremony, several partners were recognized for their exceptional performance in key areas:
- - Highest Upsell Revenue for 2024: IIJ Global Solutions Inc.
- - Best Growth Partner for 2024: Kanematsu Electronics Ltd. (KEL)
- - Leading Reseller for 2024: KDDI Corporation
- - Leading Distributor Partner for 2024: Macnica
- - Highest New Logo Revenue for 2024: SCSK Corporation
- - Best Technical Support Partner for 2024: SCSK Corporation
Karl Soderlund, the global channel chief at Cato Networks, emphasized the essential role that partners play in achieving the company’s strategic goals. He remarked, “For the 2025 Cato Networks Japan Partner Awards, we recognize the outstanding achievements and unwavering commitment from our Japan partners to deliver SASE and MSASE in the region. Our Japan partners are essential to our success. We congratulate all the winners and look forward to building on this momentum together.”
Embracing SASE
The rise of SASE solutions is driven by the increasing need for security and networking integration, as businesses demand more agile, scalable, and efficient IT infrastructure. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, the Cato SASE Cloud Platform aims to modernize global IT operations, making it a perfect fit for the digital era. The culmination of this effort is seen in the robust partnerships formed, thereby strengthening the value proposition for customers.