Cybersecurity Needs to Be Part of Your Product’s Design from the Start
Summary
The problem with this approach is that deploying cyber controls without understanding, in detail, how a particular business activity works will invariably leave it unprotected while simultaneously interfering with its efficient operation. With the growing importance of digital innovation in business operations, products, and services, the potential risks and consequences of a successful cyber attack continue to increase, making the stakes higher than ever before. In the context of a typical business transaction, such conditions might involve verifying the identities of both the buyer and seller, safeguarding confidential information, and providing proof of payment. The problem with this approach is that deploying cyber controls without understanding, in detail, how a particular business activity works will invariably leave it unprotected while simultaneously interfering with its efficient operation. This demands a culture of collaboration, a service orientation, and the ability to provide cybersecurity design assistance, which is different from simply evaluating conformity with security standards and practices.