The Client
An Irish electrical engineering and industrial automation company operating in a highly process-driven environment, with a requirement to modernise security while preserving established workflows.
The Challenge
As the organisation prepared to migrate data and collaboration services to Microsoft 365, it became clear that existing security controls were insufficient to support the move safely. Gaps across identity, device management, and data protection created risk, particularly in an environment where continuity of operations and adherence to established processes were critical.
Key Challenges
No data classification, encryption, or retention controls
No unified approach to device management
Limited identity visibility with no MFA or Conditional Access
Requirement to align security controls with existing workflows
The Solution
CWSI delivered an Enterprise Mobility & Security discovery followed by a phased implementation of Microsoft security controls, designed to strengthen protection without disrupting daily operations.
Solution Components
Azure Active Directory identity hardening
Microsoft Endpoint Manager deployment
Data protection and compliance controls
Microsoft Defender for Office 365
The Result
The organisation successfully modernised its security posture while maintaining operational continuity, enabling a safe and controlled transition to Microsoft 365.
Key Outcomes
1
Secure identity and access controls implemented
2
Corporate and personal devices brought under central management
3
Data protection controls enabling safe migration to SharePoint and OneDrive
4
Improved security posture across the Microsoft 365 environment
Why CWSI
CWSI’s experience delivering security transformation in complex operational environments ensured controls were implemented pragmatically, without disrupting day-to-day processes. By aligning Microsoft best practice with real-world engineering workflows, CWSI delivered a secure and sustainable outcome.
