Managing multiple security vendors is proving to be a significant challenge for organizations, leading to difficulties in integration, visibility, and control. Recent surveys and reports have identified numerous problems associated with managing an assortment of security products from different vendors, and that managing multiple vendors was cited as the top challenge in achieving an effective security posture.
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” – Leonardo da Vinci
To mitigate security risks, one effective approach is to consolidate vendors. This strategy can enhance security management, simplify operations, and reduce complexity. In this article, we evaluate the risks of managing numerous security tools and solutions, as well as the benefits of vendor consolidation.
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