School District of Philadelphia Transforms Cybersecurity with Mimecast
How a Leading Public School System Streamlined Legal Compliance, Strengthened Email Security, and Managed Risk Across Diverse User Groups
"This is where Mimecast really stands out. They didn't just sell us products and walk away. When we needed custom features for our specific educational environment, Mimecast worked directly with us to develop solutions. Their ongoing support has been exceptional—they truly understand the unique challenges facing public school districts. We're not just customers; we're partners in improving cybersecurity for education." — Andrew Speece, Deputy Chief Information Security Officer
The School District of Philadelphia leveraged Mimecast’s Email Archiving & Compliance, DMARC Analyzer, and Security Awareness & Phishing Training to address the unique cybersecurity challenges of a large, diverse public education system. By partnering closely with Mimecast, the district streamlined legal and compliance workflows, dramatically reduced phishing risk, and established a strong, auditable security posture.
Key Points:
- Improved Legal & Compliance Processes: Transformed Gmail archiving capabilities, enabling efficient legal discovery and right-to-know requests, saving countless hours for legal teams.
- Enhanced Email Security & Phishing Resilience: Achieved a 75% reduction in successful phishing attempts through engaging, adaptive training tailored to a diverse user base.
- Streamlined Risk Management: Implemented DMARC Analyzer to meet cybersecurity insurance requirements and demonstrate robust security posture to stakeholders, auditors, and regulators.