Data Dilemma: Why 86% of Security Leaders Are Missing the Mark on Business Goals
Only 14% of security and risk management leaders can secure data while achieving business goals, says Gartner. Many focus solely on protection or usage. This gap leaves organizations vulnerable to threats and fines. Gartner suggests five strategies to bridge the divide.
Hot Take:
In the grand game of cybersecurity musical chairs, only 14% of security leaders have managed to find a seat that balances both security and business growth. The rest? They’re awkwardly standing around, wondering if they should sit or dance! Gartner’s latest findings reveal that most organizations are like a squirrel trying to juggle acorns while riding a unicycle—it’s not exactly a recipe for success, but it sure is entertaining to watch.
Key Points:
- Only 14% of leaders can secure data while supporting business goals.
- 35% focus solely on data security, ignoring business objectives.
- 21% prioritize business goals over securing data.
- This imbalance exposes organizations to various risks and penalties.
- Gartner suggests five strategies to bridge this security-business gap.
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