IBM and Palo Alto Networks Find Platformization is Key to Reduce Cybersecurity Complexity

IBM and Palo Alto Networks Find Platformization is Key to Reduce Cybersecurity Complexity
Summary: A joint study by IBM and Palo Alto Networks reveals that organizations face significant security complexities due to fragmented solutions. The research indicates that embracing a platformized security approach can lead to improved operational efficiencies and reduced costs, ultimately benefiting business outcomes. Additionally, organizations adopting this method experience better protection against evolving cyber threats.

Affected: Organizations utilizing multiple security solutions

Keypoints :

  • 52% of executives believe security complexity hinders their cybersecurity effectiveness.
  • Organizations embracing security platformization report significantly improved visibility and reduced incident response times.
  • Platformized approaches yield nearly four times better ROI from cybersecurity investments.
  • An average of 5% of annual revenue is lost due to security fragmentation and complexity.
  • 80% of platformization adopters maintain full visibility into vulnerabilities and threats.

Source: https://newsroom.ibm.com/2025-01-28-ibm-and-palo-alto-networks-find-platformization-is-key-to-reduce-cybersecurity-complexity