Zero Trust is a proactive approach to security that continuously verifies every transaction and assumes that breaches can occur. It emphasizes the need for explicit verification of identities, devices, and access levels, while minimizing risks through strategies like least-privilege access and microsegmentation.
What are the benefits of implementing Microsoft’s Zero Trust solutions?
Organizations implementing Microsoft’s Zero Trust solutions can expect significant benefits, including a reduction in legacy software and infrastructure costs by over $7 million, improved end-user productivity, and a 50% decrease in the risk of data breaches. Additionally, they can save around $2 million in audit and compliance management costs.
What are the costs associated with Zero Trust implementation?
The costs for implementing a Zero Trust architecture can include initial planning and implementation costs of approximately $1.5 million, ongoing management costs around $5.3 million, and incremental licensing costs estimated at $4.5 million over three years. Additional investments in bandwidth and training may also be necessary.