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CEC Launches New Cloud Application Reliability Evaluation

On August 1st, 2025, CEC Corporation (headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, CEO: Takashi Himeno) will debut its cloud application reliability evaluation service aimed at supporting the management of cloud applications from reliability assessment to usage management. This innovative service addresses the growing issue of shadow IT, where companies lack visibility over their IT assets, by not only enhancing the management of cloud applications but also lightening the burden on IT departments.

Background of Development

In recent years, the rise of digital transformation (DX) has led to a surge in businesses utilizing cloud applications. However, with the increased use of mobile devices and remote work, managing these applications has become increasingly complicated, consequently leading to a rise in shadow IT across various companies. Shadow IT usage has raised security concerns, contributing to incidents such as data breaches. CEC has previously delivered the 'CEC POC' under its comprehensive security solution brand, Cyber NEXT, and has leveraged its experience in ICT security operations to develop this new service to facilitate the safe use of cloud applications.

About the Cloud Application Reliability Evaluation

The Cloud Application Reliability Evaluation service will provide an extensive support system, encompassing both reliability evaluations and the management of cloud access security broker (CASB) functionalities, including the registration of the approved apps on a whitelist. This streamlined approach not only delivers reliability assessments but also facilitates the swift establishment of a secure cloud application environment based on customer evaluations.

Main Features

1. Objective Assessment from Two Perspectives: CEC utilizes its extensive experience in security services to evaluate cloud applications and their providers separately. This dual-layered assessment allows for a more holistic and objective evaluation compared to traditional single-provider assessments, alleviating the burden on IT departments that struggle to create security checklists without public safety standards.

2. Rapid Evaluation Turnaround: The service drastically shortens the evaluation process from approximately one month to as quickly as the next day. By meeting employees' demands to quickly utilize cloud applications, CEC aims to significantly reduce the risk of unapproved use and related shadow IT incidents.

3. Monthly Reporting for Shadow IT Visualization: CEC will issue monthly reports to visualize cloud application usage. If shadow IT is discovered, clients can request further evaluations and management services, facilitating smoother operations of cloud applications.

Pricing Structure

• - Initial Cost: 220,000 JPY (including tax)
• - Monthly Fee: 330,000 JPY (including tax) covering reliability evaluations for three apps, three whitelist registrations, and one monthly report. Customized options are available for unique operational environments or challenges.

Comprehensive Security Solutions with Cyber NEXT

Cyber NEXT stands as CEC’s brand dedicated to delivering total security solutions, offering consulting, design, construction, and operational services tailored to meet specific client requirements. For further details, please visit Cyber NEXT's website.

In conclusion, the Cloud Application Reliability Evaluation service represents a pivotal enhancement in the management of cloud applications for businesses, providing essential support and risk mitigation in an increasingly complex digital landscape.