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“Security Metrics That Actually Matter in 2026”
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Your competitors are already automating. Here's the data.
Retail and ecommerce teams using AI for customer service are resolving 40-60% more tickets without more staff, cutting cost-per-ticket by 30%+, and handling seasonal spikes 3x faster.
But here's what separates winners from everyone else: they started with the data, not the hype.
Gladly handles the predictable volume, FAQs, routing, returns, order status, while your team focuses on customers who need a human touch. The result? Better experiences. Lower costs. Real competitive advantage. Ready to see what's possible for your business?
Time to Detect and Respond Still Reigns Supreme
Forget the number of alerts. What matters is how long it takes to notice and stop real threats. Dwell time is your enemy — shrink it relentlessly.
Percent of High-Risk Assets Unmonitored
You may monitor 90% of endpoints — but if the 10% includes your domain controller or CFO’s laptop, that’s failure. Monitor what matters, not just what’s easy.
Patch Latency Per CVE Severity
Track how long it takes to patch critical vs. low CVEs. This shows how responsive your org is to real-world risk — not just ticket volume.
Why AI Isn’t Replacing Affiliate Marketing After All
“AI will make affiliate marketing irrelevant.”
Our research shows the opposite.
Shoppers use AI to explore options, but they trust creators, communities, and reviews before buying. With less than 10 percent clicking AI links, affiliate content now shapes both conversions and AI recommendations.
MFA Adoption Gaps by Role and Risk
It’s not enough to know “X% of users use MFA.” Are execs protected? Are IT admins skipping push approval? Risk-based gaps should be the focus.
Security Tool Utilization Rate
You paid for EDR, DLP, PAM — are they configured? Are policies enforced? Unused licenses and half-deployed tools represent wasted spend and false confidence.
Phishing Resilience Over Time
Don’t just report clicks. Measure how fast users report, how quickly SOC responds, and how repeat offenders improve. The goal isn’t shame — it’s resilience.
Banish bad ads for good
Google AdSense's Auto ads lets you designate ad-free zones, giving you full control over your site’s layout and ensuring a seamless experience for your visitors. You decide what matters to your users and maintain your site's aesthetic. Google AdSense helps you balance earning with user experience, making it the better way to earn.