ZPA Essentials is a powerful tool that enables secure remote access to applications without the need for traditional VPNs. However, one of the key constraints of the ZPA Essentials package is the 10 application segment license limit.
Understanding the 10 Application Segment Limitation
The ZPA Essentials package limits organizations to defining access for up to 10 application segments. This means that all applications requiring access control must be carefully planned and structured to fit within this limitation. Without proper design, organizations may find themselves constrained, potentially leaving critical applications inaccessible or compromising security by overloading segments.
How SecureDynamics Helps Customers Optimize Their ZPA Essentials Deployment
At SecureDynamics, we provide specialized services to help organizations effectively manage their ZPA Essentials environment while staying within the 10 application segment limitation. Here’s how we do it:
1. Application Grouping and Segmentation Strategy
One of the most effective ways to stay within the limit is to intelligently group applications. Our Zscaler-certified experts analyze your application usage and dependencies to design an optimized segmentation strategy. We help businesses consolidate multiple applications into single segments where feasible, ensuring that security policies remain intact while maximizing efficiency.
2. Free License Expert Review
We provide a free License Expert review to assess whether the current segmentation aligns with business needs and security requirements. By conducting this review well before renewal, we help customers proactively adjust their segmentation approach and avoid compliance issues.
3. Zero Trust Policy Optimization
SecureDynamics leverages Zero Trust best practices to minimize unnecessary application segmentation. By using identity-based access controls and refining user and role-based policies, we ensure that access is granted only where necessary, reducing the need for excessive segmentation.
4. Zscaler Health Checks
We conduct free Zscaler health checks for ZPA and ZIA using official Zscaler professional services tools. This allows us to identify inefficiencies in the current deployment and suggest improvements to better manage application segmentation.
5. Training and Best Practices Guidance
Through our free Zscaler ZDTA training courses, we educate IT teams on best practices for ZPA configuration and policy management. Ensuring internal teams understand the best way to structure application access can prevent unnecessary segmentation expansion.
6. Additional Professional Services
For customers who require further customization and optimization beyond the essentials, we offer professional services that provide deep-dive analysis, custom policy configurations, and ongoing support to ensure optimal deployment.
The SecureDynamics Advantage
With SecureDynamics, Zscaler VAR partners and their customers benefit from expert guidance, cost savings, and improved security posture. Our channel-friendly approach ensures that all services are provided through the Zscaler VAR partner, avoiding any conflicts while enhancing the customer’s experience.
If your organization is struggling with the 10 application segment limitation of Zscaler ZPA Essentials, SecureDynamics is here to help. Contact us today to schedule a free license review and take full advantage of your ZPA deployment.