Success Stories

Aligning with Global Standards via Security and Infrastructure Upgrade

26 Sep 2025

About “The Customer”

Globally recognized retail and character licensing brand with an extensive portfolio of popular characters and lifestyle products, distributed across Asia and worldwide. It operates a complex ecosystem including retail operations, e-commerce platforms, and partner networks—all dependent on robust security and always-on digital infrastructure. 

Overview

It needed to align its IT security posture with the global cybersecurity and compliance standards set by its parent company. While its existing IT systems were stable and well-supported, several security governance and control gaps were identified in a recent audit.

The Challenges | Aligning with Global Parent Standards and Closing Audit

The need to meet the parent company’s global security standards, paired with audit-discovered vulnerabilities, posed risks to brand trust, data integrity, and operational continuity. Key challenges included.

  • Unified Identity 

Lack of unified identity and access management to control user permissions and authentication.

  • Inconsistent Endpoint & Device Governance

Inconsistent endpoint and device management, with varying security configurations.

  • Insufficient Incident Response Readiness

Limited documentation and readiness for incident response and recovery processes.

  • Data Leakage Risks

Exposure to phishing and data leakage risks due to insufficient user awareness and email protection.

The Solutions | Phased Security Modernization (NIST CSF) – Infrastructure & Security Enhancement

SUPERHUB delivered a comprehensive security modernization program designed around international best practices such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).

  • Infrastructure Upgrade and Foundation Strengthening

SUPERHUB carried out a full infrastructure upgrade, including new server deployment, storage setup, and system migration. This ensured performance, reliability, and readiness for the next stages of security implementation.

  • Email and Data Protection 

Deployed Check Point Harmony Email Security to safeguard against phishing, malware, and data leakage threats.

  • Security Awareness Training

Conducted GreenRadar phishing simulation and user awareness programs to enhance employee vigilance.

  • Vulnerability Assessment

Performed internal and external vulnerability assessments to identify risks and prioritize remediation.

  • Server Backup and Data Resilience

Implemented SuperVault Backup for secure, scalable, and compliant server data protection.

  • Microsoft 365 Policy and Access Management

SUPERHUB reviewed and enhanced Microsoft 365 security policies, focusing on identity protection, access control, and device compliance. This included planning for Entra ID and Intune integration to strengthen governance and endpoint security.

The Benefits | Boosting Cybersecurity & Resilient Data Protection

Through the phased engagement, the client achieved measurable improvements in both IT resilience and cybersecurity maturity. The collaboration with Superhub delivered the following key outcomes

  • Stronger Security Governance  

Established a structured cybersecurity framework aligned with global best practices, ensuring consistent compliance reporting and audit readiness.

  • Improved Infrastructure Reliability

The new server setup and system upgrades enhanced performance, uptime, and scalability across core operations.

  • Enhanced Threat Protection

Deployment of advanced email and data security significantly reduced exposure to phishing and malware attacks.

  • Increased Employee Awareness

Company-wide security awareness and phishing simulation training improved user vigilance and reporting of suspicious activity.

  • Resilient Data Protection

Centralized backup with SuperVault provided reliable recovery capabilities and reduced risks of data loss.

  • Operational Efficiency

Consolidated policy management through Microsoft 365 and planned integration of Entra ID and Intune strengthened identity and device governance.

 

 

Overall, the client reinforced its cyber resilience, operational stability, and audit compliance, maintaining business continuity and protecting brand trust across its regional operations.