India, 14th May 2025 — Veritas Technologies, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, a global leader in data protection and cyber resilience solutions, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with edForce, a premier Workforce Upskilling Accelerator based in Bengaluru, India. This collaboration aims to provide cutting-edge training in data protection and management, enabling businesses across India to meet growing cybersecurity challenges head-on.
Veritas, trusted by 91% of Fortune 100 companies, is recognized globally for its industry-leading solutions in data backup, disaster recovery, and multi-cloud data management. As organizations increasingly adopt digital transformation strategies, data breaches and cyberattacks have become more prevalent, highlighting the importance of secure data management. The global cybercrime market is projected to cost businesses $10.5 trillion annually by 2025, and the demand for data protection professionals is on the rise globally.
The partnership between Veritas and edForce will provide enterprises in India with comprehensive training programs covering essential topics such as data backup, disaster recovery, data governance, and multi-cloud management. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, these programs will ensure that businesses remain ahead of the curve by implementing effective data protection measures.
Ravi Kaklasaria, Co-founder & CEO of edForce, added: “We are honored to partner with Veritas, a name synonymous with data protection excellence. This collaboration significantly enhances our ability to offer state-of-the-art training and certification programs in data security and cyber resilience. Our goal is to bridge the skills gap and equip professionals with the knowledge and tools they need to secure critical enterprise data and lead their organizations through successful digital transformations”.
This collaboration will empower professionals in industries such as finance, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing to optimize their data protection strategies, reduce the risk of data breaches, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements. By addressing the critical skills shortage in cybersecurity and data management, Veritas and edForce are committed to building a stronger, more secure digital future for enterprises in India.
