Zero Trust Remote Access
Secure access to corporate resources based on identity and context—not the network. Replace VPNs with least-privilege, identity-aware access so remote workers get only what they're authorised to use, and nothing more.
The Problem
Traditional remote access assumes that once someone is "on the network"—usually via VPN—they can be trusted. That model is obsolete. VPNs expand your attack surface, grant overly broad access, and create a poor experience for users. When one credential is compromised, the whole network can be at risk.
Zero trust flips the script: never trust, always verify. Every access request is authenticated and authorised based on identity, device, and context. Users get access only to the resources they need, with no unnecessary exposure. There is no "internal network" to breach—only controlled, audited access to specific applications and data.
For file access, that means replacing VPN-based mapped drives with identity-aware, resource-level access. Data stays on your infrastructure; users connect securely over HTTPS with permissions you already define in Active Directory and NTFS. No VPN, no open firewall ports, no trust based on network location.
Why Legacy VPN Fails
VPN grants broad network access—one compromised account can reach far beyond what the user needs
Performance and reliability issues frustrate users and push them toward shadow IT
Hard to enforce least-privilege; once on VPN, users often see more than they should
Opening firewall ports for VPN increases attack surface and complicates security posture
No continuous verification—trust is granted at login and then assumed
Why This Matters to the Business
Zero trust reduces risk and improves user experience—without sacrificing control or compliance.
Reduce Attack Surface
Eliminate broad network access. Users and devices get only the resources they need, so compromise has limited blast radius.
Identity-Centric Security
Access decisions are based on who the user is and what they're allowed to do—not which network they're on. Aligns with modern identity and compliance frameworks.
Better Experience for Remote Work
No VPN tunnels to maintain. Direct, secure access that works from anywhere with consistent performance and fewer support tickets.
What Zero Trust Remote Access Delivers
Verify every request. Grant least-privilege access. Assume breach. Apply consistently to file and application access.
With Zero Trust Access
- Identity and context verified for every request
- Access limited to authorised resources only
- No VPN or open firewall ports required
- Full audit trail of who accessed what
With Traditional VPN
- Trust granted at login; no continuous verification
- Broad network access once connected
- Firewall and VPN infrastructure to maintain
- Limited visibility into per-resource access
Vendors That Enable Zero Trust Remote Access
Cloud Ready Solutions distributes technology that delivers identity-aware, least-privilege access to file servers and resources—without VPN.
Replify — Zero Trust Remote Access (coming soon)
Replify is releasing a Zero Trust Remote Access solution in the near future. Today they offer WAN acceleration for ZTNA environments; their dedicated ZTNA solution will extend that capability. We'll link it here when available.
How Cloud Ready Solutions Enables This Solution
We're a distributor, not a professional services firm. Here's how we help partners deliver zero trust remote access to their customers.
Distribution
Access to zero-trust remote access technology through a single ANZ distributor. Simplified procurement with local billing and regional support.
Regional Support
Australian-based technical support for deployment, identity integration, and troubleshooting. Local expertise for zero-trust architecture design.
Partner Enablement
Training on zero-trust principles, deployment, and positioning. Resources for partners to deliver secure remote access as a managed service.
Local Pricing
AUD/NZD billing with local payment terms. Per-user licensing that makes it easy to quote and deliver zero-trust access solutions.
Who This Solution Is For
Managed Service Providers
Offer zero-trust file access as a managed service. Replace legacy VPN support with modern, identity-aware access that reduces risk and improves user experience.
Recommended Vendors
Enterprise IT
Enable remote and hybrid work without VPN sprawl or perimeter holes. Enforce least-privilege access to file servers with full audit and compliance visibility.
Recommended Vendors
Compliance & Regulated Industries
Meet data residency and access-control requirements while supporting distributed teams. Keep data on-premises with identity-based access only.
Recommended Vendors