How to get the best ROI from your cybersecurity budget while reducing risk

In today’s digital economy, cybersecurity spending is on the rise — yet many organisations still face recurring incidents, prolonged recovery times, and stalled transformation efforts. The challenge is not the size of the budget, but how effectively it is used. According to a BDO-sponsored international IDC survey, nearly half of organisations with flexible budgets still experience multiple security incidents each year.

The real difference lies in how resources are allocated: organisations that align cybersecurity spending with strategic objectives, operational readiness, and business priorities consistently achieve better results. A performance-driven approach helps reduce risks and maximise return on investment — whether through risk-based investments, rationalising the technology stack, or developing internal capabilities.

Future-focused cybersecurity budgets are about more than protection; they support trust, resilience, and innovation. Organisations that embed cybersecurity into the heart of their digital transformation journey move faster, operate more securely, and generate greater confidence with stakeholders.