The strategic partnership is based on solutions leveraging artificial intelligence
PRAGUE / AUSTIN (Texas), September 15, 2025 – GFI Software, a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI)-driven security and communications solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), has announced a reorganization aimed at strengthening its strategy for the Kerio solutions distribution channel in North America. Effective October 12, 2025, Zebra Systems LLC, a sister company of ZEBRA SYSTEMS s.r.o., will become the new exclusive distributor of GFI’s renowned Kerio product line, including GFI KerioControl, GFI KerioConnect, and integrated GFI AppManager solutions, for the United States and Canada.
Headquartered in Ostrava and with rapidly expanding operations in North America, ZEBRA SYSTEMS is a leading value-added distributor (VAD) specializing in cloud services, cybersecurity, data protection, and business continuity solutions. The company has demonstrated exceptional growth and customer service levels, earning recognition from GFI Software as the fastest-growing partner and receiving an innovation award in 2025. With a strong presence in the IT segment and technical expertise, the company is well positioned to support GFI’s expanding suite of AI-driven products.
“This is a pivotal moment for our distribution strategy in North America,” said Eric Vaughan, CEO of GFI Software. “By appointing Zebra Systems as the sole authorized distributor for Kerio, we are fulfilling our promise to create a highly effective ecosystem that puts the needs of our partners and customers first. Its consistent performance and commitment to delivering exceptional service make it the ideal partner to transform our Kerio distribution.”
Through the new collaboration, Zebra Systems will offer the complete suite of GFI Kerio and GFI AppManager solutions specifically designed for the needs of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs):
- GFI KerioControl: A comprehensive unified threat management solution providing advanced firewall protection, intrusion prevention (IPS), antivirus, VPN, and detailed web content and application filtering.
- GFI KerioConnect: A secure and reliable email, calendar, and collaboration platform, available both as an on-premise deployment solution and as a flexible cloud service.
- GFI AppManager: A centralized management console that simplifies IT administration by overseeing multiple GFI deployments through a single intuitive interface.
- GFI AppManager AI: An intelligent enhancement of GFI AppManager that leverages artificial intelligence to streamline management tasks, provide proactive insights, and strengthen security through intelligent automation.
“We are very pleased to deepen our partnership with GFI Software as the new primary distributor of GFI Kerio products in the United States and Canada,” said Zdeněk Bínek, Director and Founder of ZEBRA SYSTEMS. “We look forward to providing the Kerio community in the United States and Canada with specialized expertise, rapid support, and innovative AI-driven solutions that define the future of IT for the SMB segment.”
About Zebra Systems LLC
Zebra Systems LLC North America, a sister company of ZEBRA SYSTEMS s.r.o., represents a forward-looking force in IT, delivering tailored solutions through strategic technology alliances and a comprehensive range of services. Built on a focus on client success, continuous innovation, and the development of a highly skilled team, the company enables its partners to thrive amid rapid technological change. Its strong combination of flexibility, expertise, and customer focus positions ZEBRA SYSTEMS as a leading distributor in the North American market. More at https://www.zebra-systems.com
Article author: ZEBR.ai editorial team
