As CTO of Secuvy, I see firsthand how modern organizations grapple with the staggering amount of data they generate daily.
By 2025, the world is projected to create 181 zettabytes of data annually—a number that’s both awe-inspiring and daunting. Amid this overwhelming data landscape, ensuring the security of sensitive information has become not just a priority but a critical challenge.
According to an IBM study 40% of data breaches involved data stored across multiple environments. Traditional data security measures often fall short, leaving companies exposed to breaches and compliance risks. That’s why I believe Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) is a game-changer for businesses looking to navigate today’s complex digital environments.
Key features of a DSPM Platform
- AI-Driven Data Inventory: Find associations of attributes between Structured and unstructured datasets. Connect the dots between files, databases, and more, uncovering dark relationships you didn’t know existed.
- Evolving Contextual Association: Data Observability for handling changes in Context. We launch new products, onboard new vendors or share information over an increasing number of channels today. The Context associated with these datasets is evolving and your DSPM should adapt and classify data for these data drifts.
- Scale & Efficiency: Scanning and Classification needed at Petabyte scale to handle the massive data growth. Multiple optimizations to save $$ along with speed as sound architecture and optimized platform to use CPUs vs GPUs, On-Demand upscale and downscaling for efficiency based on market pricing or load
- Strengthen Cybersecurity Posture: Augment tools for Secops, DLP, SSE, IAM via policy tuning, eliminating ROT data classifications and dark data relationships to improve overall security posture.
At its core, DSPM represents a shift in how we think about data security. It’s not just about identifying gaps; it’s about creating a proactive framework that protects sensitive data while fostering innovation. DSPM empowers organizations by discovering, analyzing, and protecting sensitive information, transforming security from a reactive necessity into a strategic advantage.
With DSPM, businesses can meet compliance standards and security goals without compromising agility or innovation—a balance I strive to achieve in every solution we develop at Secuvy.
DSPM is the core pillar for Security, Risk & Governance
Every day, I see organizations confronting increasingly complex data environments. Most of the tools are run in monitoring mode not doing any blocking or tackling due to false positive alert fatigue. Whether your business operates in hybrid setups, multi-cloud infrastructures, or across global regulatory landscapes, outdated methods like static, rule-based controls simply don’t cut it anymore. DSPM is a foundational layer to deliver these benefits :
- Privacy, Compliance & Governance Trifecta
Privacy and regulatory workflows are a need of the hour for global businesses. Security tools lack the capability to handle privacy DSR requests and perform assessments for compliance purposes. The Data Governance team needs broader visibility for unstructured data. Governance is mostly focused on structured data today. - AI Security
Agents and Copilot introduce a new paradigm today where the surface exposure for sensitive data is broadened and requires classification and data associations to minimize and mitigate genAI-related security risks. - Minimize Costs, Risks & False Positives We need effective, accurate, and efficient systems based on AI to provide automation at the lowest costs possible, providing true residual data risk and contextually accurate classification.
How We Approach DSPM at Secuvy
At Secuvy, I’ve always believed in simplicity. A security solution is only as good as its usability. That’s why our DSPM platform is built with self-learning AI to adapt to evolving threats and dynamic data environments.
Here’s what makes our approach stand out:
- Understand Data Risks
Finding data isn’t enough. We map how data connects across systems and workflows for deeper, contextual understanding. Get notified about data drifts and mitigate risks either via our platform or other security tools. - Empowering Teams
Our platform ensures that privacy, compliance, legal, and IT teams can manage their responsibilities confidently and efficiently. State-of-the-art classifiers allow teams to focus on data relevant to their roles and responsibilities and map these to corporate policies. - Saving Costs via AI Automation
Automation is a cornerstone of our platform, helping organizations reduce efforts by up to 90%. Efficiency without compromise via accurate findings, Minimize Manual Policy Tuning
The Future of DSPM
I’m excited about where DSPM is headed. By 2026, Gartner predicts over 80% of organizations will incorporate DSPM tools into their data protection strategies. The integration of AI for predictive analytics and real-time insights is just the beginning.
Organizations that embrace DSPM today are not only protecting their present but also setting themselves up for long-term success. By investing in a stronger security posture now, businesses can confidently tackle tomorrow’s challenges.
At Secuvy, we’re committed to simplifying data security. Our DSPM platform cuts through complexity, empowering businesses to thrive in a data-driven world.
Want to explore how DSPM can transform your security strategy? Reach out to us today for tailored solutions that meet your unique needs.
Prashant Sharma
CoFounder, CTO
Secuvy