What were key drivers behind the development of the Fortinet Security Fabric?

The development of the Fortinet Security Fabric was primarily driven by the need for comprehensive visibility and granular policy control. In today's complex and interconnected digital landscape, organizations face numerous cybersecurity threats that require an integrated approach to security. The Security Fabric is designed to provide a holistic view of an organization’s security posture, allowing security teams to monitor and manage security across diverse environments seamlessly.

Comprehensive visibility enables organizations to see all potential entry points for threats, which is critical for effective incident response and risk management. Granular policy control allows administrators to implement specific security measures tailored to their unique business needs, thus enhancing the overall security architecture. This dual focus on visibility and control helps organizations proactively manage their security environments, reduces vulnerabilities, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.

While other factors, such as secure hardware and encryption techniques, user training, and customer service, are important in the broader context of cybersecurity, the core reason for developing the Fortinet Security Fabric centers on addressing the complexity of modern security challenges through improved visibility and control.