The company secured the coveted Business Process Solutions Provider of the Year Award, solidifying its position as a leader in the industry.

Organizers of the awards, Nigerian CommunicationsWeek, revealed that CED Technologies earned the recognition through a rigorous selection process.

A dedicated committee compared the company against other top IT contenders before awarding them the prestigious title.

“A distinguished panel was assembled to identify organizations and individuals consistently delivering innovative ICT solutions and services that propel Nigeria’s digital economy,” declared Nigerian CommunicationsWeek founder Mr. Ken Nwogbo at the ceremony.

“This year, CED Technologies impressed the committee with their commitment to excellence, earning them the well-deserved Business Process Solutions Provider of the Year Award,” he added

Mr. Nwogbo further emphasized the awards’ significance within the ICT industry, highlighting their ability to motivate CED Technologies to continue driving advancements in Nigeria’s thriving ICT sector.

CED Technologies, in turn, expressed their determination to leverage this recognition as a springboard for further progress.

“We are incredibly honored to receive the Business Process Solutions Provider of the Year Award,” shared Nora Ume-Ezeoke, Project and Customer Success Manager at CED Technologies, who accepted the award on the company’s behalf.

“This achievement is a direct reflection of the tireless efforts, dedication, and teamwork of our outstanding team, alongside our invaluable partner Appknox. Their unwavering support, innovative spirit, and relentless pursuit of excellence have been instrumental in our success.”

Described as a design technology company, its bridges the gap between businesses and top-rated, vetted software solutions across Africa.

They serve as a trusted shield within the digital landscape, prioritizing user needs above all else. Their focus lies in empowering clients to confidently navigate the digital economy, ensuring data and systems are protected through best practices.

Mr. Chukwuebuka Ume-Ezeoke, the chief technology officer of CED Technologies, shared these plans at the 50 Most Valuable Personalities in Nigeria Digital Economy event with the theme: “Pioneers of Progress – Celebrating the 50 Most Valuable Personalities in Nigeria’s Digital Economy” in Lagos last week.

According to Chukwuebuka, digital economy thrives on trust.  Thus, CED Technologies believes in a robust cybersecurity posture which is fundamental for a flourishing digital economy in Nigeria.

“For us, cybersecurity isn’t only about protecting data; it’s about creating a safe and enabling environment for businesses and consumers to operate online securely. Strong cybersecurity fosters trust, which is essential for e-commerce, online banking, and other digital services to take root,” he told Journalists on the sideline of the event, which attracted stakeholders from the public and private sectors of Nigeria’s economy.

He argued that in terms of Nigeria’s digital adoption compared to developed economies, Nigeria’s digital adoption is on the rise but faces challenges because cybersecurity awareness and investment often lag behind the rapid growth. This presents both a risk and an opportunity.

By prioritizing cybersecurity, Nigeria can build a secure and trusted digital space, attracting more investment and innovation, which we need for a thriving digital future.

Some additional insights from CED Technologies standpoints:

• Collaboration is key:  Cybersecurity threats are global, so collaboration between government, businesses, and individuals is crucial. Public-private partnerships can foster information sharing, best practices, and capacity building.
• Focus on user education:  Empowering Nigerians with cybersecurity knowledge is vital.  CED Technologies advocates for educational programs to raise awareness of online threats and promote safe online behavior.
• Investing in the future:  Nigeria needs to invest in its cybersecurity workforce.  This includes training programs, certifications, and attracting skilled professionals to build a robust national cybersecurity infrastructure.

While assuring that CED Technologies is committed to playing its part by providing cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions and fostering a culture of security awareness, he emphasized that by addressing these points, Nigeria’s digital economy can position itself as a secure and attractive digital economy leader in Africa.

CED Technologies’ position in the evolving ecosystem

• Defense Experts: We offer a comprehensive range of cybersecurity solutions, including vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and API security testing.  Our goal is to identify and address weaknesses in your digital infrastructure before attackers exploit them.
• Mobile App Security Champions:  Nigeria’s mobile app usage is booming.  We partner with industry leaders like Appknox to provide best-in-class mobile app security solutions, ensuring your apps are built with security in mind.
• Knowledge Sharers: We believe awareness is the first line of defense. We actively promote cybersecurity education through workshops, training programs, and thought leadership initiatives.

Understaning of the cybersecurity vis-a-vis digital economy

CED Technologies understands cybersecurity isn’t a one-time fix. It partners with its clients to develop customized security strategies that evolve as clients’ business grows.

In essence, CED Technologies acts as a shield in the digital landscape where it thinks of people first. It empowers the client to navigate the exciting opportunities of the digital economy with confidence, knowing data and systems are protected by following best practices.

The company is constantly innovating and expanding its offerings to stay ahead of the curve.

The duo made the case during a webinar with the theme ‘How CISOs Can Build an API Security Program’, which attracted stakeholders such as Head of IT Security, Product Mobile Developers, CISOs, Security Risk Officers and Product Managers.

Speaking on the importance of API security for organizations, Vaidyanath Balasubramanian, Appknox’s Executive Director, explained that API security can help prevent data breaches by ensuring that only authorized users and applications can access the data, and that data is encrypted during transmission.

“Protecting sensitive data is important, but if APIs are not secured, cybercriminals can intercept and steal sensitive information, resulting in significant financial and reputational damage to the organization,” he posited.

Also making inputs, Chukwuebuka Ume-Ezeoke, Chief Technology Officer at CED Technologies, noted that API security ensures that the organization is compliant with regulations such as General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Nigerian Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), Kenyan Data Protection Regulation (KDPR) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) by protecting sensitive data and providing secure access to APIs.

Ume-Ezeoke highlighted the risks and consequences of API security breaches including Data Exposure, Business Disruption, Regulatory non-compliance, Reputation damage and cyberattacks.

He added that by developing an API Security Strategy, organisations need to identify API security requirements, choose an API security architecture, implement API security controls, test and validate API security, ensure compliance and continuously monitor and improve.

CISOs always have to balance between enabling and securing the business but achieving that balance has become more difficult in an API-first world where development moves faster than ever before and exposes more sensitive data through an expanding portfolio of APIs – leaving security teams having to play catch-up.

Slides on Developing an API Security Strategy can be obtained via  securemyapp@appknox.com or securemyapp@ced.com.ng

Both Vaidyanath Balasubramanian, Appknox’s Executive Director and Chukwuebuka C. Ume-Ezeoke, CED Technologies’ CTO will be the host of the webinar with the theme ‘Understanding How Mobile Applications Are Compromised’, a 1-hour power-packed session, which will help to protect mobile applications.

The anticipated key takeaways from the webinar will be how to get a grip on the current API security landscape and its risks; learn how to design an effective API security strategy and discover best practices and tools for implementing and monitoring an API security program.

The organizer of the webinar has this to say: “CISOs always have to balance between enabling and securing the business. But achieving that balance has become more difficult in an API-first world where development moves faster than ever before and exposes more sensitive data through an expanding portfolio of APIs – leaving security teams having to play catch-up.”

This webinar will be of interest to Head of IT Security, Product Mobile Developers CISO’s Security, Risk Officers and Product Manager. It is coming with three main agendas; Understanding the API Security Landscape; Designing an Effective API Security Strategy and Implementation and Monitoring of the API Security Program.

About the host:

Vaidyanath Balasubramanian, Appknox’s Executive Director. He carries over 14 +years of experience in applying digital Innovation strategies in large enterprises. Currently, he helps Enterprises, Banks, and Appknox customers to set up best-in-class security technologies into practice to reduce threats and stay updated with all necessary compliance.

Chukwuebuka-C.-Ume-Ezeoke, CED Technologies’ Chief Technology Officer. He is a technology advisor who is highly driven with keen insights into understanding and interpreting various organizational demands.

Over 11+ years of experience and great skills in technology innovation, entrepreneurship, and business management.

He has extensive experience in developing and implementing technology strategies, solutions, and transformations for businesses in a variety of industries.

Participation

Participation is free but must register here