87% of cybersecurity managers say quick compliance programs are actually increasing risk and making businesses less resilient

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• IO research shows 87% of UK cybersecurity managers doubt the credibility of speed‑focused certification programs
• Rapid, automated compliance creates a false sense of security, with certifications like ISO 27001 not guaranteeing resilience
• Experts stress continuous monitoring and human oversight, as automated recommendations and evidence still need validation and interpretation

Speed-focused compliance programs could help businesses get cybersecurity certifications quicker, but security professionals are skeptical if the speed comes at the expense of actual business resilience.