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German Firms Deploy AI Defenses Against Cyber Threats

Tailored security solutions gain traction as companies navigate more advanced threats and stringent legal requirements, ISG Provider Lens^庐 report says

FRANKFURT, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- German enterprises are taking AI-enabled security measures, preparing for threats based on quantum computing and implementing zero trust frameworks to increase cyber resilience, according to a new research report published today by Information Services Group () (Nasdaq: ), a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm.

The 2025 ISG Provider Lens^庐 Cybersecurity 鈥� Services and Solutions report for Germany finds that enterprises are navigating a complex security landscape shaped by geopolitical challenges, including the Ukraine war, and rapid digitalization. With a shortage of cybersecurity professionals, firms rely heavily on external providers to meet regulatory demands and counter increasingly sophisticated threats, fueling robust growth in the service provider ecosystem.

鈥淕erman enterprises are prioritizing cyber resilience and regulatory compliance, leading to rapid adoption of advanced security solutions,鈥� said Andreas Fahr, partner and manufacturing industry lead for ISG in EMEA. 鈥淎I and automation are crucial for effective safeguards against evolving cyber threats.鈥�

Mounting EU regulations, including the European Union鈥檚 General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), are compelling German companies to implement stronger cybersecurity measures, the report says. The upcoming national adoption of the EU鈥檚 Network and Information Security (NIS) 2 directive, set to occur in 2025, is expected to impose more rigorous standards. This regulatory environment is increasing demand for comprehensive protections across sectors, and providers are updating their offerings to meet elevated requirements.

Small and midsize enterprises (SMEs) in Germany are also rapidly improving cybersecurity infrastructure to address emerging threats and regulations, the report says. Facing these challenges with less mature IT systems, SMEs are turning to providers for solutions tailored to their needs. Providers are adjusting products, pricing and communication to effectively serve this expanding segment with offerings aligned to SME business culture.

As criminal tactics evolve, German organizations seek expertise to build next-generation data security. Anticipating cyberattacks enabled by quantum computing, German enterprises are engaging providers of specialized consulting services for advanced encryption, ISG says. Providers have expanded advanced security offerings, especially for banks and insurers, though demand is rapidly rising across sectors.

German enterprises are also increasingly adopting data loss prevention (DLP) solutions to safeguard vital data and intellectual property, the report says. As employees use more private devices for work, data protection becomes more difficult. Providers cater to these needs by offering AI-powered DLP solutions, meeting regulatory demands and enhancing measures to prevent data leaks.

鈥淕ermany's regulatory landscape and diverse, rapidly evolving cyber threats necessitate innovative security solutions,鈥� said Frank Heuer, principal analyst and lead analyst cybersecurity DACH at ISG. 鈥淧roviders are essential to carrying out advanced strategies to navigate these challenges effectively.鈥�

The report also explores global cybersecurity technology trends affecting German enterprises, including the increasing importance of identity and access management (IAM), extended detection and response (XDR) and security service edge (SSE).

For more insights into cybersecurity-related challenges that enterprises face in Germany, and ISG鈥檚 advice for addressing them, see the ISG Provider Lens^庐 Focal Points briefing .

The 2025 ISG Provider Lens^庐 Cybersecurity 鈥� Services and Solutions report for Germany evaluates the capabilities of 117 providers across eight quadrants: Identity and Access Management (Global), Data Leakage/Loss Prevention and Data Security, Extended Detection and Response (Global), Security Service Edge (Global), Technical Security Services, Strategic Security Services, Next-Gen SOC/MDR Services, and Next-Gen SOC/MDR Services (Midmarket).

The report names IBM as a Leader in six quadrants. It names Axians, Controlware and Deutsche Telekom as Leaders in four quadrants each. Accenture, Atos, Bechtle, Broadcom, CANCOM, Capgemini, HCLTech and Microsoft are named as Leaders in three quadrants each. Computacenter, Forcepoint, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, and Trellix are recognized as Leaders in two quadrants each. Cato Networks, Check Point Software, Cisco, CrowdStrike, CyberArk, DATAGROUP, Deloitte, DriveLock, DXC Technology, EY, Fortra, GBS, InfoGuard, Infosys, KPMG, ManageEngine, Matrix42, Netskope, Okta, One Identity (OneLogin), Orange Cyberdefense, Ping Identity, SailPoint, Saviynt, SentinelOne, suresecure, TCS, Trend Micro, Versa Networks, Wipro and Zscaler are named as Leaders in one quadrant each.

In addition, BeyondTrust, HPE (Aruba), indevis, InfoGuard, ManageEngine, Materna, Sophos and SVA are recognized as Rising Stars 鈥� companies with a 鈥減romising portfolio鈥� and 鈥渉igh future potential鈥� by ISG鈥檚 definition 鈥� in one quadrant each.

In the area of customer experience, PwC is named the global ISG CX Star Performer for 2025 among cybersecurity service and solution providers. PwC earned the highest customer satisfaction scores in ISG's Voice of the Customer survey, part of the ISG Star of Excellence鈩� program, the premier quality recognition for the technology and business services industry.

Customized versions of the report are available from , , Capgemini, , , Deutsche Telekom, and .

The 2025 ISG Provider Lens^庐 Cybersecurity 鈥� Services and Solutions report for Germany is available to subscribers or for one-time purchase on this .

About ISG Provider Lens^庐 Research

The ISG Provider Lens^庐 Quadrant research series is the only service provider evaluation of its kind to combine empirical, data-driven research and market analysis with the real-world experience and observations of ISG's global advisory team. Enterprises will find a wealth of detailed data and market analysis to help guide their selection of appropriate sourcing partners, while ISG advisors use the reports to validate their own market knowledge and make recommendations to ISG's enterprise clients. The research currently covers providers offering their services globally, across Europe, as well as in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, the U.K., France, Benelux, Germany, Switzerland, the Nordics, Australia and Singapore/Malaysia, with additional markets to be added in the future. For more information about ISG Provider Lens research, please visit this webpage.

About ISG

(Nasdaq: ) is a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm. A trusted partner to more than 900 clients, including 75 of the world鈥檚 top 100 enterprises, ISG is a long-time leader in technology and business services that is now at the forefront of leveraging AI to help organizations achieve operational excellence and faster growth. The firm, founded in 2006, is known for its proprietary market data, in-depth knowledge of provider ecosystems, and the expertise of its 1,600 professionals worldwide working together to help clients maximize the value of their technology investments.

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