CyberRatings.org focuses on SASE evaluation toolkit - May 2025

CyberRatings.org, along with SDxCentral and Decision Insights, launched a toolkit aimed at simplifying the evaluation process for Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions. This toolkit, designed as a request for proposal (RFP), assists IT buyers in navigating the complexities associated with selecting appropriate SASE solutions, which combine various technologies such as Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) and Zero Trust principles. The focus is on providing structured evaluations to enhance the procurement experience.

Key features of the RFP include a vendor response spreadsheet and guidance materials that outline essential selection criteria. The collaborative effort reflects a commitment to ensure that enterprise buyers have access to the necessary resources for informed decision-making. This initiative emphasizes the importance of independent validation of SASE solutions based on concrete data.

Additionally, a separate overview stresses the significance of independent testing in evaluating SASE vendors. Companies like Keysight Technologies and CyberRatings are identified as capable of providing objective assessments, helping organizations benchmark solutions against real-world standards. Independent testing ensures thorough comparison and validation of SASE solutions, mitigating risks associated with vendor claims and simplifying the selection process for enterprises.

1. SASE RFP Launches for Buyers
   Collaboration between CyberRatings, SDxCentral, and Decision Insights led to a toolkit aiding in the SASE purchasing process.
2. Selecting a SASE Solution: Why Independent Testing is Critical to the Evaluation Process
3. Decision Insights and SDxCentral SASE Independent RFP, Quickstart Guide