a16z|Oct 28, 2026 18:32
The biggest reason CISOs pick a security startup over their incumbent is simple: it solves a problem the incumbent can't
What wins them over:
- Solves a gap the incumbent can't (47%)
- Viability, security, and track record (32%)
- Better performance or results (29%)
- Lower cost (29%)
- Faster innovation or flexibility (25%)
From a16z's @OwenColby and @steph_zhang, breaking down a survey of 100 CISOs at companies with 1,000+ employees: https://www.a16z.news/p/the-new-security-agenda
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