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Choosing Excellence: Why Great Lakes Computer Trusts SentinelOne to Protect Small & Mid-sized Businesses

by | Jul 25, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, Computer Maintenance & Repair, Cyber Insurance, Cyber Security, Data Protection, Data Security, Email Security, IT Managed Services, IT outsourcing, IT Repair, IT security, IT Solutions, IT Support, law firm IT solutions, Managed IT Services, Network Security

Imagine waking up to an urgent alert: Your business’s critical systems have been breached, and your entire customer database is compromised.

For small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), cyberattacks aren’t just IT problems—they’re potentially business-ending events. Choosing the right cybersecurity partner can be the difference between continuity and disaster.

That’s exactly why Great Lakes Computer Corporation carefully selected SentinelOne, a leader recognized by Gartner, to provide the backbone of cybersecurity protection for SMB clients like you.

SentinelOne: Consistent Industry Leader in Cybersecurity

Recently, Gartner®—the gold-standard global technology analyst firm—named SentinelOne a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP) for the fifth consecutive year.

What does this mean for your SMB? Simply put, it signifies excellence in cybersecurity reliability, advanced protection capabilities, and ongoing innovation.

Why does Gartner recognition matter? Gartner’s Magic Quadrant evaluates cybersecurity providers on two critical metrics:

  • Completeness of Vision:
    How effectively a provider anticipates market demands, emerging threats, and strategic needs.
  • Ability to Execute:
    The provider’s capability to deliver consistently excellent protection in real-world situations.

In placing SentinelOne repeatedly in the “Leaders” category, Gartner confirms that SentinelOne offers best-in-class cybersecurity protection that continuously evolves to meet modern threats.

You can read more about SentinelOne’s recognition here.

Why Great Lakes Computer Chose SentinelOne for SMB Cybersecurity

At Great Lakes Computer, we understand the importance of robust endpoint security—particularly for SMBs that can’t afford security missteps. When we chose SentinelOne, we focused on key attributes critical for SMB protection:

1. Exceptional Breach Prevention Capabilities

SentinelOne’s Singularity Platform utilizes advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and behavioral analytics to proactively detect and stop cyber threats—often before they ever impact your business operations.

  • Industry Validation:
    According to Gartner’s evaluation, SentinelOne stands out in its superior malware and ransomware prevention capabilities, critical for SMBs targeted frequently by these threats.

2. Rapid Response and Real-Time Threat Detection

When cyber threats occur, seconds matter. SentinelOne is recognized by Gartner for delivering rapid threat response, real-time endpoint protection, and robust detection tools.

  • Real-World Scenario:
    “We recently deployed SentinelOne across our client base, and its real-time detection capabilities prevented a ransomware attack at a client’s site before it could spread,” explains Great Lakes Computer’s cybersecurity manager. This is precisely why Gartner named SentinelOne a leader again in 2025.

3. Ease of Management and User Experience

SMBs often face constraints in IT resources and expertise. SentinelOne provides unmatched ease-of-use without compromising depth of protection—making it ideal for SMBs.

  • Client Feedback:
    Clients routinely praise SentinelOne’s intuitive user experience, simple deployment, and straightforward management—qualities crucial for busy SMBs.

4. Flexibility Across Operating Environments

SMBs require flexibility and reliability across varied IT environments—Windows, macOS, Linux, and cloud infrastructures. SentinelOne excels across multiple platforms, ensuring consistent protection regardless of your setup.

  • Insight from Gartner:
    Gartner specifically highlighted SentinelOne’s versatile hybrid management, ideal for diverse SMB IT environments.

Cybersecurity Threats SMBs Can’t Afford to Ignore

Today, SMBs face unprecedented cybersecurity challenges. According to our recent blog, “Ransomware Tide is Rising“, ransomware and phishing threats continue to rise significantly, particularly targeting SMBs due to perceived vulnerabilities.

Common SMB Cybersecurity Threats:

  • Ransomware:
    A rapidly evolving threat where attackers encrypt your data and demand hefty payments.
  • Phishing and Social Engineering:
    Cybercriminals exploit human errors by deceiving staff into sharing sensitive information.
  • Data Breaches:
    Unauthorized access leading to critical information leaks and costly legal consequences.

Great Lakes Computer regularly emphasizes the importance of proactive cybersecurity strategies for SMBs, as detailed in our newsletter “Accelerating Business Success: The Importance of Prompt IT Managed Service Provider Response“.

Protect Your SMB Now: Practical Recommendations

Here are actionable cybersecurity strategies recommended for every SMB:

1. Deploy Comprehensive Endpoint Protection

Utilize SentinelOne’s advanced AI-based protection, combined with managed cybersecurity monitoring from Great Lakes Computer, to secure your endpoints continuously.

  • Recommendation:
    Request a free demonstration of SentinelOne’s capabilities.

2. Regularly Train Your Employees

Cybersecurity awareness training significantly reduces risks related to phishing and social engineering attacks.

  • Actionable Step:
    Schedule quarterly cybersecurity training sessions tailored for SMB teams.

3. Conduct Periodic Security Audits

Consistent security audits help detect vulnerabilities early and proactively address them.

  • Immediate Action:
    Book a free cybersecurity audit and risk assessment specifically for SMBs.

Stay Informed and Protected

Your best defense is staying informed and proactive:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter for timely SMB-focused cybersecurity tips.
  • Regularly Visit Our Blog for critical updates and best practices tailored specifically to SMB cybersecurity challenges.

Ready for Best-in-Class Cybersecurity?

Choosing SentinelOne was an easy decision for Great Lakes Computer because SMBs deserve the strongest protection available. SentinelOne’s recognition by Gartner confirms our choice was not just strategic—it was necessary.

Ready to leverage industry-leading protection from SentinelOne through Great Lakes Computer’s expert managed cybersecurity services?

Your SMB’s security matters. Trust the experts at Great Lakes Computer, backed by SentinelOne—recognized leaders in cybersecurity protection.