NTT DATA announced a new phase in its partnership with Palo Alto (News - Alert) Networks to increase its global cybersecurity measures for enterprises across cloud and edge infrastructures.

Together, they’re launching NTT (News - Alert) DATA’s Managed Extended Detection Response Service (MXDR), a solution that provides real-time threat monitoring, detection, and response powered by AI and machine learning to tackle emerging security threats proactively.

The MXDR service, powered by Palo Alto Networks’ Cortex XSIAM platform, provides advanced AI capabilities for security operations centers (SOCs). It provides AI and automation to simplify operations, rapidly stop threats, and speed up incident remediation, so enterprises have streamlined visibility and protection across their entire digital environment.
 

“Many organizations rely on fragmented security systems, making it harder to detect advanced threats and react quickly,” said Sheetal Mehta, Global Head of Cybersecurity at NTT DATA Inc. “By partnering with Palo Alto Networks, we’re providing a unified solution that strengthens cyber resilience, simplifies security operations, and boosts agility.”

As cybersecurity spending is expected to rise to over $212 billion by 2025, businesses are increasingly pressured to secure complex digital systems. MXDR’s 24/7 operations, supported by a global team of security experts, threat hunters, and digital forensic specialists, ensure consistent monitoring and support.

Designed with industries like manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals in mind, this partnership provides end-to-end security from cloud to edge. Key advantages include robust security across devices, AI-powered threat detection, and simplified operations through one interface, making it easier to maintain business continuity. These automated tools help organizations reduce risk, improve agility, and stay resilient against downtime.

“Organizations today are facing an unprecedented volume of sophisticated cyber threats, across their entire operations,” said Kristy Friedrichs, Chief Partnerships Officer, Palo Alto Networks. “With NTT DATA, we are helping organizations transform their SOC through platformization with XSIAM and expert services, delivering a unified solution that ensures customers can modernize and protect their operations with confidence.”