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The Security-speed Myth That's Sabotaging Your

Modernization

Why The Biggest Obstacle to Legacy Upgrades Isn't Technology—it's How We Organize IT
Decisions

By Ayo Akinsanya, CISSP, PMP, ITIL (Cybersecurity Expert)

The Modernization Standoff

Legacy system upgrades consistently follow the same pattern: leadership demands rapid deployment to
meet business objectives, while security teams require extensive planning to address compliance and
risk concerns. The result is often organizational paralysis, with projects delayed indefinitely or rushed to
market with dangerous vulnerabilities.

This conflict stems from a deeper organizational problem than most realize. It's not just about choosing
between security and speed - it's about how we structure IT decision-making, allocate budgets, and

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