Intelligent CIO North America Issue 52 | Page 82

FINAL WORD

Ten reasons companies are ditching legacy online security solutions

John Agger , Principal Industry Marketing Manager , Fastly , says that by embracing next-generation security solutions , organisations can gain a new level of confidence and control .

The world of IT security has undergone a revolution with security tools becoming much more user-friendly , effective and efficient and offering features far beyond what legacy systems were able to . Yet , many companies remain unaware of these advancements . They cling to outdated solutions plagued by false positives , cumbersome maintenance and slow response times .

By embracing modern tools , organisations can achieve a higher level of security than ever before . These benefits contribute to a stronger and more responsive security stance , ensuring that companies can stay ahead of evolving threats . Modern security solutions not only improve the ability to swiftly detect and respond to incidents , but also streamline operations through automation and improved user interfaces . Furthermore , the integration of advanced analytics and proactive threat hunting capabilities enables businesses to anticipate and mitigate risks before they affect operations , ultimately safeguarding their assets and reputation in an increasingly digital landscape .
These are ten benefits that can easily be integrated by migrating to next-generation security solutions :
1 . Complexity reduction : The new paradigm prioritises ease of use without compromising security effectiveness . Gone are the days of wrestling with complex configurations and endless false positives . Today ' s tools are designed
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