FEATURE : ENTERPRISE RESILIENCE
Robust defences can offer more than just protection , driving innovation , streamlining operations and enhancing overall efficiency , as well as offering operational improvement . This forward-thinking approach turns cybersecurity into a strategic advantage says Christian Reilly at Cloudflare . And widespread misconceptions can make an organisation vulnerable or slower to respond to the business ’ data protection needs says Mohamad Rizk at Veeam Software .
Despite the challenges posed by the growing threat of cyberattacks , there is a positive shift in how regional business leaders are approaching cybersecurity . Research shows that 74 % of respondents expect the proportion of their IT budget dedicated to cybersecurity to rise over the next year .
This is a positive sign , as organisations need to prepare for the increased volume of incidents they predict in the year ahead . For most , protecting their networks remains the number one investment area , with 22 % of the budget allocated to this pillar on average .
It highlights a recognition that robust defences can offer more than just protection , driving innovation , streamlining operations and enhancing overall efficiency , as well as offering opportunities for operational improvements and data protection . This forward-thinking approach turns cybersecurity from a defensive necessity into a strategic advantage .
“ By embedding cybersecurity into top-level decisionmaking rather than treating it as an afterthought , businesses are positioning themselves to thrive in an increasingly digital world ,” says Christian Reilly , Field CTO EMEA , Cloudflare .
In an era where digital risks are evolving rapidly , businesses must invest not just in advanced technologies but in fostering a culture where cybersecurity is treated as a strategic priority .
Enterprise preparedness is not a checklist , it is mission-critical
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