Are Your Tools Working Against You?

This article argues that security tool sprawl undermines visibility and efficiency, and makes the case for platformization—unified platforms built on shared identity, native telemetry, and consolidated workflows—to reduce operational drag and improve outcomes. Featuring insights from ESG’s Nate Fitzgerald via a Broadcom conversation, it differentiates true platforms from simple bundles and offers practical steps: map overlap-induced drag, unify endpoint/network/data control points, favor native telemetry, and reduce console counts before expanding capabilities, with a pointer to a related podcast episode for deeper discussion.