A recent global survey reveals that 85% of CEOs see cybersecurity as crucial for business growth. The Gartner CEO and Senior Business Executive Survey, conducted between June and November 2024, involved 456 CEOs and senior executives worldwide. It highlights a significant shift in how business leaders view cybersecurity, no longer just as a defensive measure but as a key enabler of strategic business objectives.
Key Findings:
- 85% of CEOs consider cybersecurity critical for business growth.
- 61% of CEOs express concern about cybersecurity threats.
- Artificial Intelligence and Political Debates: The increased use of AI in business and ongoing political debates about advanced technologies are major factors driving this concern.
What CEOs Think:
David Furlonger, a Gartner analyst, emphasizes that cybersecurity is now a growth driver, not just a protective measure. CEOs recognize its importance in safeguarding assets and enabling strategic business objectives. Effective communication between CEOs and security leaders is crucial. Security leaders should highlight how cybersecurity can enhance business growth, such as by assessing risks in foreign markets and protecting intellectual property.
Shifting Perceptions:
Business leaders now see a direct link between strong cybersecurity and market competitiveness. Recent regulatory changes and the growing threat landscape have made robust cybersecurity essential for maintaining a competitive edge. CEOs are increasingly expected to address cybersecurity in the context of business expansion, including evaluating risks in foreign markets and protecting intellectual property.
Evolving Role of Security Leaders:
Security leaders are becoming more integrated with core business strategy. Their role is now seen as both protective and value-generating, influencing decisions around market expansion and safeguarding innovation. Gartner's research suggests that aligning security strategy with overall business objectives is essential for company growth.
Looking Ahead:
As regulatory environments evolve and advanced threats emerge, companies are investing in both traditional protection measures and security strategies that enable operational flexibility and new business opportunities. Cybersecurity is now a foundational element for market strategy, especially as technology and data management issues become more prominent on corporate agendas.
The survey findings are further outlined in Gartner's publication, '2025 CEO Survey — The Year of Dynamic Capacity'.
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