Sophos XGS Firewall · Reliance Infosystems

How Adehyeman Savings & Loans Strengthened Its Security with a Next-Generation Firewall

Customers

Adehyeman Savings and Loans

Solution

Sophos XGS Firewall

Industry

Financial Services

Location

Accra, Ghana.

KEY OUTCOMES

Real-time threat monitoring restored

Fewer network attacks post-deployment

Full traffic visibility achieved

A Trusted Financial Institution Serving Ghana Since 2005

Adehyeman Savings and Loans is a licensed non‑bank financial institution in Ghana, operating since 2005 after being licensed by the Bank of Ghana under the Non‑Bank Financial Institutions Law. It provides savings, deposit, and loan products to individuals, groups, SMEs, and micro‑entrepreneurs across Ghana. Their services include savings accounts, current accounts, fixed deposits, and various loan types such as salary loans, group loans, and business loans.
They operate from their headquarters in Kokomlemle, Accra, with a wider presence of branches and micro‑lending offices designed to reach underserved communities and support microfinance and SME growth.

Closing Critical Security Gaps in a Regulated Environment

As a financial service institution, Adehyeman Savings and Loans handles sensitive financial data daily. In such an environment, network security is not optional; it is foundational. However, underlying gaps in their infrastructure began to expose the institution to avoidable risks.

A deeper review of their environment revealed several pressing concerns:

Absence of a Next-Generation Firewall

The existing firewall lacked
modern capabilities required to detect and prevent advanced threats.

Expired Firewall License

The previous license had expired without notice, leaving the network without active updates and real-time threat intelligence.

Limited Visibility and Control

The IT team had insufficient insight into traffic patterns and potential vulnerabilities.

Need for Professional Support

The institution required a reliable technology partner capable of delivering structured implementation and ongoing support with a high degree of professionalism.

"These gaps created uncertainty within the organization. The team struggled to manage their network efficiently and operated with growing concern about potential cyberattacks."

A Structured Security Upgrade Led by Reliance Infosystems

Following a comprehensive assessment, Reliance Infosystems recommended deploying the Sophos XGS Firewall as the appropriate next-generation solution. The goal was to restore active protection, improve visibility, and establish a modern security foundation aligned with financial industry expectations.   

A deeper review of their environment revealed several pressing concerns:

Configuration Backup

A complete backup was taken from the legacy firewall to preserve configurations and reduce risk.

Appliance Provisioning

The new Sophos XGS appliance was provisioned and configured to align with Adehyeman’s operational requirements.

Controlled Cutover

A controlled cutover process was performed to transition from the old device to the new firewall.

Policy Hardening

Security policies were reconfigured and optimized to strengthen protection and improve network performance.

Measurable Security Gains and Operational Confidence

The impact of the upgrade was immediate and tangible. Adehyeman Savings and Loans transitioned from a reactive security posture to a controlled and resilient environment.   Key improvements included:

Key improvements included:

Reduced Network Attacks

The organization
experienced noticeably fewer attacks compared to previous periods.

Restored Active Protection

With a valid license and updated security intelligence, the network regained real-time threat monitoring.

360°

Improved Visibility

The IT team gained better oversight on traffic and policy management.

100%

Operational Stability

Reduced uncertainty allowed the team to focus on core business functions rather than security concerns.

On a scale of 1 to 100, the institution rated the impact of the solution at 80, reflecting significant improvement across security, efficiency, and risk management. Continued support from Reliance Infosystems ensures that the system remains optimized and aligned with evolving threats.

A Stronger Security Foundation for Sustainable Growth

Today, Adehyeman Savings and Loans operates with renewed confidence. Their infrastructure is supported by a modern firewall architecture capable of adapting to emerging cyber risks while supporting regulatory compliance.

Rather than reacting to vulnerabilities, the organization now operates from a position of preparedness. The engagement did more than replace hardware; it established a long-term security foundation designed to protect customers, data, and institutional reputation.

By the Numbers

The Proof Is in the Results

If your organization is operating on outdated protection or uncertain licensing status, now is the time to act. Engage our experts to assess your current environment and deploy a next-generation firewall that secures your operations with professionalism and precision.

Sophos XGS Firewall · Reliance Infosystems

How Adehyeman Savings & Loans Strengthened Its Security with a Next-Generation Firewall

Customers

Solution

Industry

Location

KEY OUTCOMES

Real-time threat monitoring restored

Fewer network attacks post-deployment

Full traffic visibility achieved

A Trusted Financial Institution Serving Ghana Since 2005

Closing Critical Security Gaps in a Regulated Environment

As a financial service institution, Adehyeman Savings and Loans handles sensitive financial data daily. In such an environment, network security is not optional; it is foundational. However, underlying gaps in their infrastructure began to expose the institution to avoidable risks.

A deeper review of their environment revealed several pressing concerns:

Absence of a Next-Generation Firewall

The existing firewall lacked modern capabilities required to detect and prevent advanced threats.

Expired Firewall License

The previous license had expired without notice, leaving the network without active updates and real-time threat intelligence.

Limited Visibility and Control

The IT team had insufficient insight into traffic patterns and potential vulnerabilities.

Need for Professional Support

The institution required a reliable technology partner capable of delivering structured implementation and ongoing support with a high degree of professionalism.

"These gaps created uncertainty within the organization. The team struggled to manage their network efficiently and operated with growing concern about potential cyberattacks."

A Structured Security Upgrade Led by Reliance Infosystems

A deeper review of their environment revealed several pressing concerns:

Configuration Backup

A complete backup was taken from the legacy firewall to preserve configurations and reduce risk.

Appliance Provisioning

The new Sophos XGS appliance was provisioned and configured to align with Adehyeman’s operational requirements.

Controlled Cutover

A controlled cutover process was performed to transition from the old device to the new firewall.

Policy Hardening

Security policies were reconfigured and optimized to strengthen protection and improve network performance.

Measurable Security Gains and Operational Confidence

The impact of the upgrade was immediate and tangible. Adehyeman Savings and Loans transitioned from a reactive security posture to a controlled and resilient environment. Key improvements included:

Key improvements included:

Reduced Network Attacks

The organization experienced noticeably fewer attacks compared to previous periods.

Restored Active Protection

With a valid license and updated security intelligence, the network regained real-time threat monitoring.

Improved Visibility

The IT team gained better oversight on traffic and policy management.

Operational Stability

Reduced uncertainty allowed the team to focus on core business functions rather than security concerns.

On a scale of 1 to 100, the institution rated the impact of the solution at 80, reflecting significant improvement across security, efficiency, and risk management. Continued support from Reliance Infosystems ensures that the system remains optimized and aligned with evolving threats.

A Stronger Security Foundation for Sustainable Growth

By the Numbers

The Proof Is in the Results

If your organization is operating on outdated protection or uncertain licensing status, now is the time to act. Engage our experts to assess your current environment and deploy a next-generation firewall that secures your operations with professionalism and precision.

100%

Impact Score

Security, efficiency & risk management improvement rated by the customer

4

Gaps

Critical vulnerabilities closed

No NGFW, expired licence, zero visibility, no support partner

0

Downtime

During cutover

Business continuity maintained throughout the entire deployment

24/7

Ongoing protection

Real-time threat intelligence continuously active post-deployment

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The existing firewall lacked
modern capabilities required to detect and prevent advanced threats.

The impact of the upgrade was immediate and tangible. Adehyeman Savings and Loans transitioned from a reactive security posture to a controlled and resilient environment.   Key improvements included:

The organization
experienced noticeably fewer attacks compared to previous periods.