Black Duck announced it has signed a managed security service provider (MSSP) agreement with Accenture. The strategic partnership combines Black Duck’s application security technology with Accenture’s global scale and expertise, expanding the delivery of advanced security services to customers worldwide available immediately.
Accenture’s Application Security Practice has standardized on the Black Duck Polaris Platform, an integrated, cloud-based application security testing (AST) solution optimized for modern DevSecOps. The Polaris Platform leverages advanced analytics and automation to provide real-time insights, enabling organizations to proactively manage application risks at the speed their business demands.
“Accenture’s decision to standardize on the Black Duck Polaris Platform underscores our commitment to delivering the highest level of application security to our clients,” said Jason Schmitt, CEO of Black Duck. “By combining our industry-leading technology with Accenture’s extensive expertise and global reach, we are poised to set new standards in application security and help organizations navigate the complex landscape of secure software development and deployment.”
The integration of the Black Duck Polaris Platform into Accenture’s Application Security Practice will offer clients a robust, end-to-end solution for identifying and managing security vulnerabilities. Key benefits include:
- Unified Platform:Â Support for rapid, highly accurate SAST, SCA, and DAST analysis from a unified SaaS platform.
- Ease of Use:Â Simple onboarding, deployment, and testing with seamless integrations into development, test automation, and CI/CD workflows.
- Scalability:Â Cost-effective scaling to meet the needs of organizations, from testing a single application to thousands.
- Risk Posture Visibility:Â Comprehensive dashboards and reports providing a clear view of vulnerabilities and trends across all teams and applications.
- Expert Support:Â Access to Accenture’s team of security experts, who will provide tailored guidance and support to help clients optimize their security posture.
“Security is a top priority for our clients, and the Black Duck Polaris Platform will play a crucial role in helping deliver world-class application security services,” said Rich Bukowczyk, Managing Director at Accenture Security. “Polaris will help provide clients with a more robust and efficient approach to managing application security, ultimately helping them to protect their critical assets and maintain trust with their customers.”
In addition to offering services utilizing the Black Duck Polaris Platform, Accenture will also be able to resell Black Duck solutions. This creates even more flexibility in addressing client requirements from managed services to on-prem deployments, backed by Accenture’s extensive Advisory and Professional Services.
To learn more about the Black Duck Polaris Platform and the MSSP agreement supporting Accenture’s Application Security Practice, visit the website here.
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