Designed to upkeep national safety and security, it has the resilience to resist cyber-attacks and data breaches while continuing to operate seamlessly. Sharing data such as voice, live video and location-based services that can be accessed at any time has helped the situational awareness of safety forces to help prevent accidents.

Throughout the proceedings, Dubai Police is one government entity that has incorporated Agnet while using the private LTE network provided by Professional Communication Corporation – Nedaa. From providing next-generation protection and supporting secure live streaming to enhancing situational awareness and enabling greater responsiveness, the outcomes have been integral to operational continuity.

Please tell us about your efforts to ensure a sustainable and equitable digital future.
At Milestone Systems, we are dedicated to fostering a sustainable and equitable digital future. Our commitment extends beyond compliance with environmental directives to actively drive positive change. Through innovative data-driven video technology, we empower users to optimise resource allocation, enhancing operational efficiency while minimising environmental impact. By leveraging AI to deliver actionable insights, we enable more innovative traffic management in cities, efficient building utilisation, and reduced energy consumption.

Embracing this sustainable trajectory curtails carbon emissions and fortifies organisational resilience, offering tangible cost savings. As the security industry evolves as a catalyst for sustainability, our relentless pursuit remains focused on shaping a future where technology promotes environmental stewardship and societal equity.

What is your commitment to combat climate change?
We prioritise sustainable practices across our operations, sourcing a significant portion of our electricity from renewable sources. Beyond compliance, we continually innovate our products to minimise environmental impact.

We aim to reduce hardware reliance and optimise energy consumption by integrating energy-efficient designs and promoting data-driven solutions. Additionally, our technology empowers users with insights to manage resources effectively, curbing emissions. We foster partnerships, advocate for eco-conscious policies, and champion a future where our contributions to mitigating climate change extend beyond business, aligning with global sustainability goals.

What are the challenges in combatting global environmental issues?
Tackling global environmental issues presents multifaceted challenges. Political inertia and inadequate policy frameworks hinder concerted global action. Economic dependencies on fossil fuels and reluctance to adopt sustainable practices impede progress. Balancing immediate financial needs with long-term environmental goals poses a persistent challenge.
Moreover, disparities in access to resources and technology limit universal participation.

Climate change is complex and demands collaborative, cross-border solutions, often constrained by geopolitical tensions. Overcoming these challenges necessitates cohesive international cooperation, innovative technologies, widespread education, and equitable resource distribution to forge a sustainable path forward for our planet.

What sort of trends do you foresee in the areas of sustainability and technology?
Anticipate a convergence of sustainability and technology where data-driven video technology will flourish. AI-driven insights from video data will revolutionise resource management, aiding in efficient traffic flow, optimised building utilisation, and reduced energy consumption. Circular economy models will rise, emphasising resource efficiency and waste reduction.

Eco-design in tech products will surge, aligning with consumer preferences for sustainability. This transformative landscape will witness collaborations between tech leaders and environmentalists, driving innovative solutions for a more sustainable future.

How do you envision your role in shaping a more sustainable future in 2024 and beyond?
In 2024 and beyond, we intend to remain at the forefront of catalysing a sustainable future. We will keep developing innovative video technology, which, among others, can help optimise resource usage. Our commitment extends to empowering users with data-driven insights, enabling informed decisions for reduced environmental impact.

Collaborations will amplify, fostering partnerships aimed at advancing sustainability practices globally. We will advocate for policies promoting green technology adoption and continue sourcing renewable energy for our operations. As a driving force, we aim to inspire industry-wide change, steering towards a future where our technological advancements harmonise with environmental stewardship.

How are you aligning your sustainability initiatives with the themes of COP28?
Our sustainability initiatives align closely with COP28’s themes by focusing on actionable steps for climate resilience. We emphasise innovation, developing technologies that mitigate climate risks and empower efficient resource management. Collaborations within and beyond our industry amplify our impact, fostering partnerships to scale sustainable solutions globally. We advocate for policy frameworks supporting green technology adoption, aligning our efforts with COP28’s goals to promote a resilient, low-carbon future.

Please tell us about your efforts that ensure a sustainable and equitable digital future.
Sustainability is central to our company vision at Fortinet: making possible a digital world you can always trust, which is a fundamental element to achieving just and sustainable societies. Our corporate social responsibility mission is to deliver on that vision by innovating sustainable security technologies, diversifying cybersecurity talent, respecting the environment, and promoting responsible business across our value chain.

We are actively implementing our sustainability strategy across most material areas, and we continue to prioritize the security and privacy of individuals and organizations to enable digital progress and establish sound governance. We also remain committed to the vital issues of climate change and resource scarcity that impact us and our stakeholders.

What is your commitment to combat climate change?
Our commitment to the environment and our efforts to curtail climate change are reflected in our product innovation and manufacturing standards, the eco-footprint of our facilities, and our support of environmental policies and regulations. Fortinet has a strong commitment to product energy efficiency and has also sought to reduce its environmental impact by redesigning its packaging, shipping over 500,000 boxes with 100% eco-friendly, biodegradable packaging in 2022. We have also taken tangible measures to mitigate our environmental impact and harmful emissions by signing onto the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across our value chain by no later than 2050.

How are you aligning your sustainability initiatives with the themes of COP28?
In line with the COP28 theme of education and skills, we have a mission to grow an inclusive cybersecurity workforce. Fortinet has already trained 219,465 people in cybersecurity as part of our goal to reach 1 million individuals trained in cybersecurity by 2026. We have also seen a +39% year-on-year increase in women hired.

When it comes to promoting responsible business and accountability, Fortinet delivers training on the impacts of human rights throughout the product life cycle to key business units. 100% of our key contract manufacturers and over 90% of our distributors globally have completed Fortinet’s training on compliance and business ethics.

Finally, in line with the COP28 theme of innovation, Fortinet is committed to innovating for a safer internet. Over 200,000 pieces of malicious cyberinfrastructure were disrupted as part of INTERPOL’s anti-cybercrime operation in Africa; 5 new product families and services were designed to support security teams in the arms race against cybercrime; and 13 new information security certifications and assessments were completed, including SOC2, HIPAA, TISAX.