Snake and Ladders: What is SWG and why it matters in the game of growth
Every business is searching for the squares on the gameboard that lead to ladders, but without proper web filtering and data controls, any click your team takes could trigger a slippery descent.
Whether it’s a phishing link, a malware-laden download, or just an inappropriate website, the modern web is full of snakes, and you need a way to stop staff before they step on a snake.
That’s exactly what Secure Web Gateways (SWG) do.
A closer look at SWG
SWGs inspect all your web traffic in real-time, applying filters and policies that protect your business from threats and misuse.
How SWG supports growth
According to industry reports, SWGs helps block web-based threats using advanced HTTPS inspection and URL filtering.
That means your team can browse, research, and collaborate online without putting your business at risk while allowing your IT team to focus on growth-oriented projects, not policing the team’s browsing behaviour.
Security aside, SWG also plays a key role in business productivity and focus, ensuring that:
- Team members stay on task (no more distracting or NSFW content)
- Your organisation avoids reputational damage
- Productivity tools are prioritised in bandwidth management
- Personal data isn’t accidentally leaked
- You stay compliant with data protection regulations like GDPR and ISO
Plus, by enforcing acceptable use policies and providing web traffic visibility, SWG helps your business operate with focus, integrity, and confidence.
Avoiding the snakes
In the world of network security, every business move can either help you climb or cost you dearly by stepping on a cybersnake that slides you back down the board.
Without SWG, even a single misplaced click could lead to ransomware, data breaches, or regulatory fines.
SWG is the ladder that lets you rise safely, avoiding traps while maintaining speed.
Why Digital Space?
At Digital Space, we specialize in delivering Fortinet’s industry-leading SASE platform, which includes best-in-class SWG technology.
In fact, we were recently awarded Fortinet’s ‘Partner of the Year’ Award for the quality of our solutions and hold multiple accreditations that prove the expertise held within our team.
So, whether in-office or remote, we’ll protect your users wherever they work and ensure consistent protection, full visibility, and automated enforcement across your network.
And while others are busy dodging their snakes, you’ll be scaling secure ladders that help you grow your business. Does that sound like a good game plan to you?
