Sectigo and SCC France Team Up to Simplify Certificate Lifecycle Management in France and Benelux Amid Industry Changes

Sectigo and SCC France Expand Partnership to Deliver Certificate Lifecycle Management to France and Benelux Region Sectigo, a global leader in digital certificates and automated Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM), has announced an expanded partnership with SCC France, a prominent IT services and solutions provider. This partnership will enable SCC France to offer Sectigo's cloud-native CLM solutions to customers in France and the Benelux region (Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg). The collaboration aims to address the growing complexities of managing digital certificates, particularly in light of recent industry changes. Industry Changes and Challenges One of the most significant recent developments in the digital certificate landscape is the approval of a ballot to reduce the maximum SSL/TLS certificate lifespan from 398 days to just 47 days by 2029. This change represents a dramatic shift in how businesses must manage their certificates. As certificate renewal frequencies increase, manual management becomes unsustainable, often leading to business outages and security vulnerabilities. The partnership between Sectigo and SCC France is designed to mitigate these risks by providing an automated and efficient solution. Sectigo Certificate Manager (SCM) At the heart of Sectigo's offerings is its flagship product, Sectigo Certificate Manager (SCM). SCM is a cloud-native CLM solution that automates the entire certificate lifecycle, from discovery and issuance to deployment and monitoring. By managing all certificates within a single dashboard, SCM simplifies the complex task of ensuring continuous digital trust. The platform's capabilities are crucial in helping organizations comply with the new 47-day certificate lifespan requirements, thereby reducing the likelihood of security breaches and downtime caused by expired or mismanaged certificates. Benefits for SCC France Customers The benefits of the expanded partnership are multifaceted. SCC France customers in France and the Benelux region will gain access to Sectigo's advanced CLM solutions, enabling them to: Automate Certificate Management: Streamline the process of issuing, deploying, and renewing certificates, freeing up resources for other critical tasks. Mitigate Business Outages: Reduce the risk of service disruptions caused by certificate mismanagement, ensuring uninterrupted business operations. Future-Proof Security: Enhance their overall security posture and prepare for the quantum era, where traditional cryptographic methods may no longer be sufficient. Statements from Both Companies Anthony Pierrel, Director of Channel & Enterprise Sales, EMEA, at Sectigo, expressed enthusiasm about the expansion, stating, "We are thrilled to grow our presence in these regions through this strategic partnership with SCC France. The shift to 47-day certificates presents a unique challenge, and SCC France's commitment ensures their customers can navigate this transition smoothly while maintaining robust digital security." Isabelle Gissler, Head of Software Division at SCC France, added, "Our expanded partnership with Sectigo significantly enhances the value we deliver to our customers. By reinforcing digital trust, we help them stay ahead of the curve in terms of security and compliance, ensuring they can focus on their core operations." Existing Collaboration and Future Goals Sectigo and SCC France have a history of successful collaboration, including projects that enhance the lifecycle management of both public and private certificates. SCC France’s streamlined Marketplace Services provide an agile and efficient way for customers to procure software, a capability that is particularly valuable as they integrate Sectigo's solutions into their digital infrastructure. The partnership is part of SCC France's broader strategy to support their customers' digital transformation, focusing on user experience, IT modernization, and cloud adoption. About Sectigo Sectigo is a leading provider of certificate lifecycle management (CLM), offering comprehensive solutions to secure human and machine identities for global brands. With a cloud-native CLM platform that supports multiple certificate authorities (CAs), Sectigo simplifies and improves security protocols within enterprises. The company boasts over 700,000 customers, holds six combined active seats in the CA/Browser Forum and ETSI, and has two decades of experience in delivering reliable digital trust. Visit sectigo.com or follow Sectigo on LinkedIn for more information. About SCC France SCC France is a major player in the IT services and solutions market, with a turnover exceeding €2.7 billion and over 3,300 employees in France. The company supports its customers' digital transformation in three key areas: enhancing user experience, modernizing IT infrastructures, and deploying secure network and cloud strategies. Visit france.scc.com for more details. Industry Evaluation Industry experts see this expanded partnership as a pivotal move that aligns with the evolving landscape of digital certificate management. The reduction in SSL/TLS certificate lifetimes highlights the need for automated solutions, and Sectigo's technology is well-positioned to meet this demand. By choosing Sectigo, SCC France demonstrates its forward-thinking approach and commitment to providing cutting-edge security solutions to its clients. This collaboration is expected to set a benchmark for other companies in the region to follow, fostering a more secure and efficient digital environment.