61 none exists, but it can make overexposed or poorly classified information easier to find. Preparing for Copilot is therefore not just about adoption; it means reviewing the data estate, strengthening identity controls, understanding AI usage and putting governance in place before deployment scales. The value of understanding overall security posture translates into practical improvement, from safer AI use and stronger data governance to better access control, improved visibility and more resilient operations. Skills shortages rank among the top security risks at 20 per cent, while AI governance and security is the highest investment priority for the next 12 months at 25 per cent. With more than one in five respondents also ranking managed security services, there is a clear role for Microsoft resellers and managed service providers in helping organisations assess what they have, configure it effectively and provide ongoing managed support where internal skills are limited. Security confidence needs to be backed by the right technology, configured and managed effectively. For many organisations, that means reviewing the capabilities already in place, identifying where additional solutions can strengthen protection, and bringing in specialist support to close gaps across identity, data, threat detection and response. Explore the research: https://secure-eugo.arrow.com/LP=26186 Security threats are an operational reality for organisations of all sizes Photo: iStock/Mayuree Tipnoysanga
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