Sophisticated attacks on online services have rendered simple password authentication insufficient to protect an organization against unauthorized access to its network and applications. The ramifications of unauthorized access to confidential information are dire: non-compliance, financial penalties, and loss of customer confidence.Symantec Validation and ID Protection Service (VIP) (formerly VeriSign Identity Protection Authentication Service) is a leading cloud-based strong authentication service that enables enterprises to secure access to networks and applications while preventing access by malicious unauthorized attackers.SYMANTEC BUYING PROGRAMS: REWARDSSymantec Buying Programs are designed to streamline the purchase of Symantec security and availability software as well as support and maintenance services. Aligned to a variety of business requirements, Symantec Buying Programs offer enterprise customers the ability to earn greater discounts and to effectively track and manage software licenses.The Symantec Rewards program provides mid-sized and large organizations with streamlined procurement of all Symantec software products as well as support and maintenance services. With volume-purchase incentives and predictable pricing methodology, Symantec Rewards offers the added flexibility of decentralized purchasing. In addition, Symantec Rewards offers online tools and a programmatic way for customers to simplify how they track and manage their band and purchase points.Companies with branches or affiliates (especially if they are located in multiple countries) will appreciate the global purchasing power offered by Symantec Rewards. Purchases under the original customer's Symantec Agreement Number (SAN), made by any corporate affiliate within the qualified region, are qualified to earn points that accumulate and count toward the corporate pricing band.GOLD SUPPORTGold Support provides a subscription level of service, offering small- and medium-sized organizations cost-effective access to phone support during regular business hours. This contract concentrates on the immediate support issue at hand related to a specific Symantec product.Gold Support provides unlimited assistance and is available immediately once subscribed. It features unlimited incidental support for two designated contacts representing the IT interests of the customer. Alerting services are available to provide a proactive solution to your needs.
