S3E25: Richard Stiennon - Cyber Industry Research and Analysis

Nikki: With your latest book, the Security Yearbook for 2022 ,this is the third iteration of the series right? It started in 2020 and has only grown since then. Can you talk a little bit about why you started this annual compilation of research? 

Nikki: For any other security practitioners or anyone in the field who's interested in writing a book or putting together a comprehensive manuscript or research, do you have any tips or advice for them to get started?

Chris: Can you tell us about your endeavors with IT-Harvest and your IT industry research, what is it and how did you get started?

Chris: I know you serve in various advisory roles. How does your industry research help inform your advisory perspective?

Chris: Based on your current IT industry research what are some of the most alarming or interesting trends around vendors, investors and M&A you see currently?

 Nikki: What is one of the most surprising statistics that you've uncovered year after year? I know one that continues to surprise me is just how prevalent and SUCCESSFUL phishing attacks are. What about you? 

Nikki: What are your top recommendations, based on your research, for security practitioners and business owners to be aware of and focus on when it comes to risk mitigation?

Chris: Looking at the current IT industry and trends, what is one prediction you have for some of the most significant changes we can expect in say 3-5 years?