Case Study: COMP Performance Group achieves ransomware protection and avoids costly downtime with Fortra's Stand Guard Anti‑Virus

HelpSystems Protects the COMP Performance Group from Viruses and Malware

COMP Performance Group, a world leader in the performance automotive aftermarket, faced an urgent IT security challenge after rapid growth: protecting a heterogeneous environment—including IBM Power Systems and the vulnerable integrated file structure (IFS)—from viruses, ransomware, and malware. New IT lead Ron Smith prioritized server‑level protection after witnessing how quickly an IFS infection can spread and cause costly downtime.

They deployed HelpSystems’ Stand Guard Anti‑Virus (Powertech Antivirus), which was installed in under a week and immediately proved effective: within two weeks it detected, contained, and quarantined a ransomware attack on the IFS, preventing any data loss or service interruption. As a result, critical business activities continued uninterrupted, users retained access to systems, and the company avoided potentially massive downtime costs.

COMP Performance Group

Ron Smith

COMP Performance Group