
Originally published in Cybersecurity Insiders on September 15, 2025.
Businesses thrive when everyone is aligned, which highlights the intriguing “Networking-Cybersecurity Paradox.” Too much collaboration can lead to conflict due to overlap, while excessive separation results in teams passing requirements without working together toward common goals.
Read the article to learn how you can break down silos and foster collaboration to transform network and security functions into a unified force that reduces risk and drives success. For more information, get to know the BackBox platform or request a demo to see our solution in action.
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