In a significant announcement at IT Nation Secure™, ConnectWise and Proofpoint unveiled a groundbreaking integration that will transform the way partners operate in the cybersecurity landscape. 

“This collaboration empowers partners to streamline operations, reduce complexity, and enhance customer protection—all within a unified, multi-tenant environment,” said Randy Scadden, Global SE Manager of MSP at Proofpoint.

Certified Integration: The Role of ConnectWise Invent

ConnectWise Invent provided a structured and collaborative framework for technology partners, enabling Proofpoint to integrate seamlessly with the ConnectWise Asio® platform. Through the Invent program, “we gained access to technical resources, integration support, and validation processes that ensured its enterprise-grade email security solutions were fully compatible with the ConnectWise ecosystem.” This partnership allowed Proofpoint to embed its advanced threat protection, data loss prevention (DLP), and security awareness training directly into Asio, creating a unified experience for Managed Service Providers (MSPs).

A Strategic Alliance Built for MSPs

Scadden has been a driving force behind the strategic alignment between Proofpoint and ConnectWise. With extensive experience at Proofpoint and a solid background in direct collaboration with ConnectWise, Scadden has helped shape a partnership that delivers enterprise-grade email security, operational efficiency, and future-ready innovation for Managed Service Providers (MSPs).

“By harnessing the strengths of both Proofpoint and ConnectWise Asio® platforms, this integration not only simplifies security management for providers but also fortifies the defenses of their clients against evolving cyberthreats, setting a new standard for operational efficiency and customer trust in the industry,” Scadden added.

Proofpoint and ConnectWise share a mission to empower MSPs with scalable, integrated, and effective cybersecurity solutions. What makes this collaboration stand out is the deep integration with the ConnectWise Asio® platform, which enables MSPs to manage threat intelligence, run campaigns, and generate reports—all from a single interface. This integration extends to ConnectWise PSA and billing systems, streamlining operations and improving service delivery.

AI-Powered Protection at Scale

Proofpoint’s AI and machine learning capabilities are unmatched in the industry. “We see one in three emails that go across the planet daily,” Scadden explains. “That gives us an enormous dataset to train our AI models.” This vast visibility allows Proofpoint to build highly accurate threat detection engines, enabling MSPs to offer the same level of protection trusted by 85 of the Fortune 100.

Advanced DLP and URL Protection

The solution includes advanced Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to help MSPs control sensitive data flows. Whether it’s credit card numbers or personal identifiers, DLP policies can block unauthorized transmissions or route them through encrypted channels. Additionally, Proofpoint’s URL defense technology protects users across all devices—smartphones, tablets, laptops—ensuring consistent security regardless of where or how users access their email.

Tailored Packages for MSP Flexibility

Safeguarding against email threats is more crucial than ever. Organizations must prioritize robust protection mechanisms to defend against increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks. “Our solutions offer two distinct packages tailored to meet diverse security needs. The Essentials Package provides essential email threat protection, leveraging Proofpoint’s enterprise-grade technology to ensure a strong defense. For those looking to enhance their security posture further, the Advanced Package includes comprehensive security awareness training and phishing simulations, targeting the human element of cybersecurity.” 

As Scadden emphasizes, “End users are often the weakest link,” making it vital to equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and respond to threats effectively, ultimately reducing overall risk for the organization.

Operational Efficiency and Customer Protection

The integration with ConnectWise Asio® allows MSPs to automate workflows, simplify reporting, and accelerate the quote-to-cash cycle. From a customer protection standpoint, MSPs are offering technology trusted by global enterprises, including ConnectWise itself, which uses Proofpoint internally. “If it’s good enough for ConnectWise, it’s good enough for their partners and their customers,” Scadden says.

Looking to the Future

The Proofpoint and ConnectWise partnership is more than a product integration—it’s a strategic collaboration that equips MSPs with the tools they need to protect, educate, and grow. With AI-driven threat detection, advanced DLP, and seamless platform integration, “this alliance is setting a new standard for email security in the MSP space—today and into the future,” said Scadden. “We're looking forward to deeper integrations and basically embarking on this journey with ConnectWise to ensure that the partner legitimately has that single pane of glass that they can take and manage all of their customers.”

Proofpoint sees ConnectWise as a forward-thinking partner. “They’re building a platform where solution providers like us can feed in data, and ConnectWise enriches it, visualizes it, and enables action,” Scadden explains. 

“We’re making significant investments to ensure we remain relevant and impactful in this ecosystem. The direction ConnectWise is heading aligns with our vision for the future.”