PSN CONNECTIVITY
Fast, secure PSN connectivity built for what comes next
Still relying on the Public Services Network? You're not alone. Many public sector organisations need PSN connectivity today while planning their move to cloud-based networking tomorrow. That's exactly what we help with.
Cloud Gateway provides secure, resilient access to the PSN for your sites, users, and cloud environments, with the flexibility to scale, adapt, and migrate on your terms. Short contracts, no over-provisioning, and reliable PSN connectivity that works now and positions you for the future.
What is PSN (Public Services Network)?
The Public Services Network (PSN) is the UK government's high-performance network. It enables public sector organisations to share resources, collaborate securely, and access essential government services without duplication.
But the landscape is shifting. The Cabinet Office's Future Networks for Government (FN4G) programme has been encouraging organisations to move away from the PSN, in favour of cloud-native, internet-based networking. The programme has now ended, and not every application has been migrated. Some workloads, particularly those tied to departments like the Department for Work & Pensions, still need to remain on the PSN for security and data sovereignty reasons.
The reality? Most organisations need to operate in both worlds for now. Your network needs to support legacy PSN connectivity alongside new cloud environments, laying the groundwork for a smooth transition when the time is right.
How Cloud Gateway helps with PSN connectivity
Here's the challenge: you need PSN connectivity that's reliable and compliant, but you also need a network that won't hold you back as government networking evolves.
Our PSN Connect service is designed to do both. We give you secure, cost-effective access to the Public Services Network today while building the foundation for your migration to modern, internet-based solutions. By using a flexible PSN connectivity solution, you can improve the experience for the citizens who depend on your services, and you avoid the painful, disruptive network overhaul down the line.
We keep contract lengths short, as little as 12 months, because we know public sector organisations are at different stages of their PSN migration journey. Whether you're just getting connected or actively planning your exit, we meet you where you are.
Futureproofing your network is easy with PSN Connectivity
Four easy steps to become PSN compliant
Before you can connect to the Public Services Network, your organisation needs to pass the PSN compliance process. Cloud Gateway makes this process quick and simple.
01. Provide your details and company registration info
The PSN Code of Connection (CoCo) document is an application form to connect to the PSN. You’ll need to complete your organisation’s details, including your registration number. If you are a central government department or local authority you won’t need to provide a registration number.
02. Sign your commitment statement
As well as providing your company information and details about your network, you’ll also need to make a set of commitments. These commitments dictate how you’ll work throughout the compliance process and the period of your connection to the PSN.
03. Your network environment details
The PSN's Information Assurance (IA) assessors need information about the infrastructure you want to connect to the PSN. This includes the number of sites, users and IP addresses being connected, as well as an accompanying network diagram that shows you are connecting your network to Cloud Gateway. Don't worry, we can help you with this.
04. We manage everything for you
No need to write and maintain policies or complete IT health checks. We take care of all the housekeeping through our PSN Connect service. You gain back time and resources to dedicate to other priorities.
BENEFITS
Benefits of choosing Cloud Gateway for PSN Connectivity
Connections to the PSN can be established in minutes, or at a pace that suits you. No unreasonable lead times, no waiting around to get connected.
Our PSN connectivity is backed by a range of advanced security services to protect your users, devices, and data. Implement security functions like Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS), Secure Web Gateway (SWG), and Web Application Firewall (WAF) to protect all site and user traffic as part of a comprehensive security posture. End-to-end protection that safeguards your network from evolving threats while keeping access seamless for authorised users.
Our PSN connectivity solutions are designed to be cost-effective and accessible for public sector organisations of all sizes. Whether you need simple remote access or a fully integrated connectivity platform, we offer flexible options tailored to your specific needs. Straightforward pricing with no hidden costs.
Other providers force you to over-provision up front, because they can't scale at speed. With Cloud Gateway, you can increase your users and bandwidth instantly, without needing a new contract.
Our platform offers flexible, secure network access to clouds, data centres, third-party networks, and the internet.
As a technology-agnostic provider, we're not tied to a single set of tools. We create bespoke, adaptable solutions that fit your requirements.
The Cloud Gateway portal shows your entire connected ecosystem, via a simple, intuitive dashboard. It's packed full of data, allowing you to keep track of your network performance, utilisation and traffic flows in real-time, as well as raise support tickets to our team.
What makes Cloud Gateway's PSN services unique?
With a traditional vendor, you get cutting-edge technology. With a Managed Service Provider (MSP) you receive reliable, expert support.
Cloud Gateway is uniquely positioned to offer both of these outcomes. Our tech-enabled managed service seamlessly blends an innovative technology platform with best-in-class experts, to deliver a transformative customer experience that is disrupting the network and security market.
We connect you to the PSN quickly and securely, so you can focus on delivering better outcomes for the people you serve. Our contracts are flexible. You add services and security features when the time is right, because you chose to, not because a contract forced your hand.
The networking sector is evolving, and we’re committed to leading this change. As businesses demand smarter, more flexible solutions, we harness the power of Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) to provide agile, secure, and future-ready connectivity that grows with you.
PSN FAQS
Answering your PSN FAQs
PSN Stands for Public Services Network - it's the government’s high-performance network, which helps public sector organisations work together, reduce duplication and share resources.
The PSN is set to close at some point in the future. Government Digital Service (GDS) consider the PSN to be a legacy network that is no longer fit for purpose - as alternative technologies offer greater agility, security and value for money. Read more here.
The FN4G programme is encouraging organisations to move towards cloud-native applications, powered by APIs and software-driven technologies, ideally using the internet as backbone. However, the programme has now ended, and not all applications have been migrated. Some workloads may need to remain on the PSN for security and data sovereignty reasons, such as Department of Work & Pensions tools.
With Cloud Gateway, PSN connections can be established in minutes. We handle the compliance process and manage the technical setup so you can get connected without delay.
It depends on your organisation's requirements. Some workloads must remain on the PSN for compliance and data sovereignty reasons. Cloud Gateway supports organisations at every stage, whether you need to maintain your current PSN connectivity or you're planning a migration to cloud-based networking.
Our PSN connectivity includes access to advanced security services including FWaaS, SWG, and WAF. Everything is underpinned by our compliance-ready, UK-based infrastructure with ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, and PSN compliance built in.
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