Global Beverage Leader Enhances Patch Compliance and Security with HCL BigFix
What we achieved
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Achieved
95% patch compliance in 60 days
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Cut
operational costs by 40%
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Reduced
security vulnerabilities by 70%
To who
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Industry: Beverages Food Processing
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Products: HCL BigFix
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Region: Global
Overview
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Part 1
Challenge
Pepsico, USA struggled with patch compliance across 10,000+ endpoints due to multiple systems, inefficiencies, security gaps, and audit challenges. Manual processes increased operational costs and caused delays in patch deployment.
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Part 2
Solution
HCL BigFix was implemented as a unified solution, automating patching for Windows, Linux, and macOS systems. It provided real-time visibility, compliance, vulnerability remediation, and optimized software license tracking with HCL BigFix Inventory.
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Part 3
Results
Achieved 95% patch compliance in 60 days. Reduced patch deployment time from weeks to hours. Enhanced audit readiness, cut operational costs by 40%, and improved security, reducing vulnerabilities by 70%.
The Challenge
Pepsico, a global beverage leader, faced a significant challenge in managing patch compliance across over 10,000 endpoints in its global IT infrastructure. The organization relied on multiple, fragmented systems for patching and compliance reporting, leading to inefficiencies, security vulnerabilities, and audit difficulties. Manual patching processes were time-consuming and resulted in delayed deployments, increasing operational costs and causing risks in meeting security standards. This created a substantial barrier to maintaining a consistent, secure IT environment across its diverse infrastructure.
The Solution
HCL BigFix was implemented to unify endpoint management across Pepsico’s global IT environment. The solution automated patching for all major systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS. HCL BigFix’s real-time visibility allowed for quicker identification and remediation of security vulnerabilities. Furthermore, the HCL BigFix Inventory feature helped optimize software license management, providing Pepsico with better control and transparency of its software assets, ensuring compliance and reducing unnecessary expenditures.
The Results
Within just 60 days of implementation, Pepsico achieved 95% patch compliance, significantly enhancing its IT security posture. Patch deployment time was reduced from weeks to just hours, accelerating operations and minimizing downtime. The company also realized a 40% reduction in operational costs and a 70% drop in security vulnerabilities. The seamless solution improved audit readiness, strengthening Pepsico’s overall compliance and risk management framework, showcasing HCL BigFix’s transformative impact on their IT operations.
About the company
With roots dating back to 1898, PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) is one of the largest beverage companies in North America today, generating more than $27 billion in net revenue in 2023. Comprising nearly 60,000 associates across the United States and Canada, PBNA is responsible for bringing consumers an unrivaled, iconic portfolio of more than 300 beverage choices, including 10 billion-dollar brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, bubly and MTN DEW, as well as emerging brands in the fast-growing energy and value-added protein categories.
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