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WatchGuard Open MDR Targets Faster, High-Margin Managed Security for MSPs
WatchGuard has introduced Open MDR, a managed detection and response platform aimed at helping managed service providers deliver enterprise-grade security services more quickly and profitably. The offering is designed to operate across existing customer environments, integrating with third-party security tools without forced disruptive changes. WatchGuard's approach allows MSPs to consolidate threat detection, investigation and response while preserving customers’ prior security investments.
The launch reflects growing demand from SMBs for advanced security capabilities amid rising attack volumes and limited in-house expertise. WatchGuard positions Open MDR as a way to streamline operations through unified workflows, automation and vendor-agnostic integration. Key advantages of Open MDR includes a straightforward control-based approach that uses AI for real responses and offers enterprise power for every MSP. This affords clients 24/7 visibility, expert monitoring, rapid coordination and no forced migrations. Coverage across WatchGuard Firebox, AuthPoint and EPDR along with support tools from Microsoft, Google, AWS and other third-party firewalls, is another major plus to deliver enterprise-grade protection with clarity and confidence.
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Posted by Redmond Channel Partner magazine staff on January 15, 2026