Gartner® Quick Answer: Explaining Zero Trust Security Approaches to Tech Executives

Zero trust has gained popularity over the past two years, Gartner has continued to see client zero trust inquiry volume increase at an average rate of approximately 27% over the last 24 months. But what is zero trust and how can your business benefit from adopting a new architecture? A well-tuned zero trust architecture leads to simpler network infrastructure, a better user experience, and improved cyberthreat defense.

A zero trust architecture is not a product you buy or a quick fix project. It’s a journey that requires changes across layers of an organization’s existing technologies, plus a significant shift in organizational culture. This includes explaining zero trust and its benefits to executives to prove the value of adopting a new approach.

This report from Gartner outlines how to overcome this challenge and highlights the long-term technical value and overall benefits of a zero trust architecture.

*Gartner, Quick Answer: Explaining Zero Trust Security Approaches to Tech Executives, by Charlie Winckless, Neil MacDonald, 19 September 2023

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