Why is integration important in Fortinet's endpoint security strategy?

Integration is a fundamental aspect of Fortinet's endpoint security strategy because it enables a comprehensive defense strategy. This means that various security components—such as firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, antivirus, and endpoint detection and response—can work together cohesively rather than in isolation. Such integration allows for seamless communication between different security solutions, enhancing visibility into threats across the network.

A comprehensive defense strategy ensures that all layers of security are fortified, improving the organization’s ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate threats effectively. By integrating various security solutions, Fortinet can provide improved threat intelligence, unified policy management, and enhanced incident response capabilities, which are crucial in today's complex threat landscape. The holistic approach helps organizations not only defend against a wider range of threats but also respond more efficiently to incidents as they occur.

This integrated approach contrasts with the other answers that focus on cost reduction, compliance, or hardware upgrades, which, while relevant in their own contexts, do not encompass the overarching benefit of creating a cohesive and effective security posture.