The case for cybersecurity: Why successful businesses are built on protection

This article makes a business case for treating cybersecurity as a strategic enabler rather than a cost center, urging leaders—especially in SMBs—to shift from reactive firefighting to security-by-design. It cites real-world cost impacts (e.g., major ransomware and breach cases), emphasizes regulatory pressures like NIS2 and DORA, and outlines practical guidance for CISOs to communicate in business terms, use financial metrics, benchmark peers, and provide concise, regular board updates to secure sustained investment and build resilience.