Acronis and FC Schalke score a cybersecurity partnership
German club prioritises cyber safety
Acronis, a global cybersecurity and data protection leader, has partnered with FC Schalke 04, one of Germany’s most renowned football clubs. In the new collaboration, Acronis, alongside its Managed Service Provider (MSP) partner, back upheld, will provide cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to protect FC Schalke 04’s digital infrastructure, including operations and data, ensuring optimal performance on and off the field.
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, football clubs, like many organisations, face increasing challenges in securing their IT systems. The new partnership underscores FC Schalke 04’s proactive approach to digital security, ensuring a safe online environment for fans, players, sponsors, and other stakeholders. By collaborating with Acronis, Schalke 04 sets new standards for cybersecurity in the football industry and explores innovative ways to engage with its global community.
Markus Fritz, General Manager DACH at Acronis, said: “We are thrilled to partner with FC Schalke 04, one of Germany’s most historic football clubs. With our partner’s backing, we are sending a strong message about the growing importance of cybersecurity in sports.
“Our cyber protection solutions will play a key role in safeguarding the club’s digital infrastructure and establishing new benchmarks in IT security. This partnership highlights the critical role of modern technologies in achieving success off the pitch.”
Nils Kathagen, CEO of Back Upheld, added, “This collaboration presents a fantastic opportunity to leverage our expertise in IT security and contribute to protecting Schalke 04’s digital assets. We are eager to support the club in securing its systems and enhancing the effectiveness of its operations.”
Niklas Curakovic, Head of IT at Schalke 04, highlighted the significance of the collaboration: “Having Acronis as our IT partner is a huge asset. Their innovative cyber protection solutions will allow us to take our digital projects to the next level, setting new standards for IT security and digital engagement.”
Founded in Witten, Germany, back upheld is a leading provider of reliable and innovative data backup and IT security solutions. The company specialises in helping businesses protect critical data, minimise downtime, and ensure high IT availability.
