AI, OT and Cybersecurity – Insights from Fortinet Accelerate 2025

Together with over 4,000 participants, I had the chance to explore new technical solutions, ask questions directly to Fortinet’s experts, and connect with industry peers. Here are some of my key takeaways – and why I’m looking forward to an even stronger partnership with Fortinet going forward.

1. AI that actually makes a difference

Fortinet showcased two AI-powered tools that really stood out to me:

• Forti AI Assistant is a gamechanger for those of us working close to network operations. It acts like an expert colleague – always ready to support with troubleshooting and analysis. I see huge potential in using it to quickly help junior consultants level up.
• Forti AIOps impressed with its real-time analytics and self-healing capabilities. It continuously suggests improvements, helping create a more stable and secure network environment. For organizations with limited operational resources, this is a major leap forward.

Together, these tools allow us to build a more proactive and intelligent security architecture – without always needing to scale with more people.

2. OT security – where IT meets industry

Another area I explored during the week was security in OT environments (Operational Technology). And it’s clear: Fortinet is making serious investments in this space.

They provide a robust ecosystem that connects IT and OT – without compromising on security. A great example is FortiPAM (Privileged Access Management) and FortiSRA (Secure Remote Access). These tools ensure that only the right people access sensitive systems, at the right time – which is crucial in both IT and OT environments.

Combined with next-generation firewalls, support for industrial protocols, and tools like FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer, Fortinet enables a transparent, scalable, and future-ready infrastructure.

3. The future is already here

What struck me most during the week was how fast everything is moving. AI is no longer just about data collection – it acts, analyzes, and recommends solutions in real time. This isn’t a trend on the horizon anymore – it’s happening now.

I went to Berlin with high expectations – and they were met. I came back with fresh inspiration, hands-on tools, and even more confidence that we at Advania have the right partnerships in place to help our customers build secure, modern, and resilient IT and OT environments.

Interested in learning more about Fortinet or how we use AI in network operations? Don’t hesitate to reach out – I’d be happy to share more insights!