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Nozomi Networks wins Gartner customer choice again

Nozomi Networks wins Gartner customer choice again

Thu, 10th Sep 2026 (Today)
Sean Mitchell
SEAN MITCHELL Publisher

Nozomi Networks has been named a 2026 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for CPS Protection Platforms. It said it was the only vendor in the market to receive the distinction for a second consecutive year.

The recognition is based on feedback and ratings from end-user professionals using products in the cyber-physical systems protection market. The category covers technology designed to discover, map and protect systems in production and other mission-critical environments outside traditional enterprise IT.

Nozomi said it held a 4.9 rating from 140 reviews by verified end users, with 99% of reviewers saying they would recommend the company, based on figures cited as of June 2026.

The market focuses on platforms used in industrial and sector-specific settings where operators need to monitor operational technology networks and related assets without disrupting live operations. These include utilities, transport and other critical infrastructure environments.

The designation adds to a year in which Nozomi has also highlighted another Gartner assessment in the same segment. The company, which focuses on OT, IoT and cyber-physical systems security, said the customer-led recognition carried particular weight because it reflected direct user experience.

Andrea Carcano, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Nozomi Networks, linked the award to rising pressure on operators of essential systems.

"The threat landscape is rapidly evolving, and critical infrastructure is a top target," said Carcano.

He added: "Nozomi is committed to ensuring our customers succeed in protecting the cyber-physical systems we all rely upon. Earlier this year, Nozomi Networks was recognised for a second consecutive year as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms. This latest recognition, based on feedback from customers worldwide, is the highest validation we could ever receive. It strengthens our resolve to always put our customers' needs first."

Customer feedback

Reviews cited by the company from the transport and energy utilities sectors praised network visibility and post-sales support.

One review from a customer responsible for IT and Security Risk Management at a transportation company focused on support after deployment.

"Nozomi Post Sales support is second to none. Their Solutions Engineering and Customer Support Teams are the best I've seen in 20+ years of IT work. Their genuine care shines through beyond mutual success for the sake of the contract - they genuinely care about the success of the mission and the people tasked with executing it! From time to time, I have to remind myself that we work for different companies - Nozomi has become extended family to our team!" said the reviewer.

Another review came from a Plant OT Administrator at an Energy Utilities company, who highlighted operational visibility as a key factor.

"Nozomi has delivered a product that provides outstanding visibility into our network, revealing areas we previously had no insight into before. The product is very solid, but what truly sets them apart is the team. They are knowledgeable, responsive, and committed. Every phase of the project has been supported consistently with clear, thorough answers," said the reviewer.

Market focus

Nozomi operates in a segment drawing growing attention as manufacturers, utilities, transport operators and public infrastructure groups seek to protect industrial control systems and connected devices from cyber incidents. These environments often combine older operational technology with newer connected systems, creating security demands that differ from those of office IT networks.

Its platform is built for industrial, commercial and critical infrastructure settings, and the company said it supports customers across six continents. Its position in the CPS protection category reflects broader demand from organisations that need asset visibility, traffic analysis and threat monitoring across operational estates.

Customer commentary in the latest recognition suggests buyers are weighing service and implementation support alongside product performance when assessing suppliers in the market. As one energy utilities customer put it, "Every phase of the project has been supported consistently with clear, thorough answers."