How Merck leveled up its cybersecurity strategy since the NotPetya cyberattack that led to a $1.4 billion dispute

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In his role as chief information and digital officer at pharmaceutical giant Merck, Dave Williams estimates that at least 20% of his time is dedicated to cybersecurity.

“It’s more than I would have anticipated before I came into the role,” says Williams. “But when you look at the escalating impact of threats and ransomware attacks, it's something that we pay very, very close attention to.”