Case Study: Al Majed Group achieves enhanced anti-ransomware protection and unified security management with Sophos Intercept X and XG Firewall

Al Majed Group was facing critical security issues with its existing antivirus product

Al Majed Group, a luxury retail business with about 500 users, was facing critical security gaps from an antivirus that offered no real-time updates and required time-consuming manual work, leaving them exposed to ransomware, unknown malware and exploits. After evaluating options, the IT team selected Sophos, deploying Sophos Intercept X Advanced and Sophos XG Firewall (XG 210 with EG Plus) to gain centralized control, real-time protection, and better visibility into employee online activity.

Sophos implemented Synchronized Security—linking Intercept X Advanced and the Sophos XG Firewall under a single console—deploying the solution in just two weeks with partner support. The result: faster, automated incident response, detection of unknown attacks in seconds, and a deep-learning model that classifies files in under 20 milliseconds. Sophos’ solution delivered stronger network visibility and blocking of hidden risks, reduced IT response time, improved operational efficiency and a clear, cost-effective return on investment.

Al Majed Group

Nishanth Menon

IT Systems Manager