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# Top 10 critical findings for considering security platformization in 2025

[READ THE FULL REPORT](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/resources/research/ibm-study-platforms-deliver-value?ts=markdown) Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the cybersecurity landscape, making the need for integrated defenses more critical than ever. Security platformization, a strategic approach to consolidating and integrating all security solutions into a common platform, can help you not only keep pace but also elevate your security posture with AI-powered defenses. Here are 10 critical findings from the **IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV) study: Capturing the cybersecurity dividend** on how security platforms are key to successful business transformation:

1
It's time to tame security complexity
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Organizations manage an average of  
**83 security solutions from 29 vendors**, contributing to a complex patchwork of products, UIs, and never-ending integrations.

2
The executive call for simplicity
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**52% of executives** say complexity is the  
biggest obstacle to effective cybersecurity.

3
Speed as an organization savior
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Platformized organizations identify security incidents **72 days faster** and contain them **84 days more quickly** than their nonplatformized counterparts.

4
Visibility is
non-negotiable
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**80% of platformization adopters** report full visibility into vulnerabilities and threats, compared to just **28% of nonadopters**.

5
Driving revenue amid economic pressures
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**7 in 10 platformization adopters** already say cybersecurity investments have **enhanced revenue generation** and **operational efficiencies**.

6
Security as
a competitive advantage
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**96% of security executives** in platformized organizations see security as a **source of value** , compared to only **8%** in nonplatformized organizations.

7
Achieve better integration
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**75% of platformized organizations** agree that integration across security, hybrid cloud, AI, and other technology platforms is important.

8
Successful efficiency is the 2025 imperative
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**98% of platformized organizations** report **clear and efficient security processes** , compared to just **32% of nonadopters**.

9
Maximizing ROI in tight markets
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Platformized organizations achieve an average **ROI of 101%** on cybersecurity investments, while nonadopters achieve only a **28%** ROI.

10
Integration is the secret to growth
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**99% of organizations** using security platforms find it **easy to integrate** new business units and entities into their security framework, compared to just **40%** of nonusers.

Why is 2025
a pivotal year?
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With the increasing volume and impact of cyberattacks and a heightened focus on operational efficiency, 2025 is a tipping point for security platformization. The need to consolidate, automate, and demonstrate value from cybersecurity investments has never been more urgent.

Read the full report for more insights and actionable steps to help you take a platform-enabled approach to security this year.
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