Company Overview

Cato Networks is a global leader in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), delivering a cloud-native platform that combines networking and security into a single, scalable solution. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with a US office in Henderson, Nevada, Cato Networks empowers enterprises to simplify and secure their digital transformation. Its mission is to “transform enterprise networking and security with a cloud-first, AI-driven platform” that enables seamless connectivity, robust protection, and optimized performance for distributed workforces. Cato Networks is recognized for its innovative approach to SASE, offering a fully managed, global cloud platform.

Products & Services

 Cato SASE Cloud – A unified platform integrating SD-WAN, secure web gateway (SWG), firewall as a service (FWaaS), and zero-trust network access (ZTNA).
 Cato Socket – A plug-and-play SD-WAN appliance for branch offices and remote locations.
 Cato Management Application – Centralized control and analytics for network and security policies.
 Cato SSE 360 – Security Service Edge (SSE) solutions, including cloud access security broker (CASB) and data loss prevention (DLP).
 Global Private Backbone – A high-performance, low-latency network with 80+ Points of Presence (PoPs) worldwide.
 Managed Services – End-to-end deployment, monitoring, and support for enterprise clients.

Corporate History & Milestones

 2015 – Founded by Shlomo Kramer (co-founder of Check Point and Imperva) and Gur Shatz to revolutionize enterprise networking and security.
 2017 – Launched Cato SASE Cloud, one of the first fully managed SASE platforms.
 2019 – Expanded global PoP footprint to 50+ locations, enhancing network performance and reliability.
 2021 – Introduced Cato SSE 360, extending SASE capabilities with CASB and DLP.
 2023 – Achieved $100M+ in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and expanded AI-driven threat detection capabilities.

Global & Domestic Presence

 Headquarters – Tel Aviv, Israel; US office at 2831 St. Rose Parkway, Suite 200, Henderson, NV 89052, USA.
 Regional Offices – Key hubs in London, Singapore, and Tokyo.
 Market Focus – Global, serving enterprises in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America.

Strategic Highlights

 SASE Pioneer – One of the first companies to deliver a fully managed SASE platform.
 Global Network Backbone – Operates a private, optimized network backbone with 80+ PoPs worldwide.
 AI-Driven Innovation – Uses machine learning for real-time threat detection, anomaly detection, and network optimization.
 Customer-Centric Model – Offers fully managed services, reducing the complexity of deploying and managing SASE.

Governance & Leadership

 CEO – Shlomo Kramer, a cybersecurity industry veteran and serial entrepreneur.
 Co-Founder & President – Gur Shatz, driving product innovation and global strategy.
 Leadership Team – Combines networking, security, and cloud experts with decades of industry experience.
 Governance – Emphasizes transparency, compliance (GDPR, ISO 27001), and ethical AI use.

Recent News & Developments

 2023 Innovation – Launched Cato XDR, extending SASE capabilities with advanced threat detection and response.
 Awards – Recognized as a “Leader” in the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for SD-WAN.
 Funding – Raised **$238MinSeriesFfunding\ast \ast ,bringingtotalfundingto$773M and a valuation of $3B.

Sustainability & Innovation

 Energy Efficiency – Optimizes network performance to reduce energy consumption and carbon footprint.
 R&D Focus – Invests in AI/ML for predictive analytics, automated threat detection, and network optimization.
 Community Engagement – Supports cybersecurity education and diversity initiatives in tech.

Conclusion

Cato Networks has redefined enterprise networking and security with its innovative, cloud-native SASE platform. By combining SD-WAN, zero-trust security, and AI-driven analytics into a single solution, the company enables organizations to achieve seamless connectivity, robust protection, and optimized performance. With a strong focus on customer-centricity, strategic partnerships, and sustainability, Cato Networks is well-positioned to lead the next wave of secure, intelligent networking solutions globally.