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This month’ s cover story, which can be found on page 15, features Chris Tayler, Head of Information and Cloud Services, ODEON Cinemas Group.

He tells us how the company modernised and unified its cybersecurity operations across eight countries by combining Microsoft security technologies with BlueVoyant’ s managed detection, incident response and third-party risk management services.

Tayler explains how migrating to Microsoft Sentinel and optimising Microsoft Defender XDR improved visibility, reduced complexity and enabled regional security teams to focus on strategic priorities.

The partnership delivered a 98 % reduction in security alerts, significantly reducing alert fatigue while strengthening cyber-resilience and operational efficiency. The article also highlights the growing importance of third-party risk management in protecting complex supply chains and maintaining secure customer experiences.

Tayler emphasises that organisations should embrace change, carefully plan security transformations and continually reassess their cyber-defences as threats evolve.

Elsewhere on page 24, we hear how Declassified explores the untold human stories behind major cyber-incidents, giving experienced cybersecurity leaders a platform to share the lessons, pressures and decisions that rarely appear in official reports.

Red Mirror Studios CEO Danielle Lewan explains that the docuseries was created to preserve knowledge from some of the industry’ s most experienced practitioners.

Field CISO John Sapp Jr. says the project gives security leaders an opportunity to discuss the emotional and professional realities of responding to major incidents while helping others learn from their experiences.

Both speakers stress that transparency, resilience and communication are as important as technical expertise, while emphasising that the series carefully avoids revealing sensitive or confidential information. Ultimately, Declassified aims to help build a stronger, more resilient generation of cybersecurity leaders by sharing the judgement and lived experience that cannot be captured in incident reports alone.

Don’ t forget, you can stay informed with daily news updates on our website, where we bring you the latest insights and developments from the world of business technology. I’ d like to wish you a productive and successful month ahead. Please enjoy this issue and take your time to explore the articles we have prepared for you. See you next time.

Mark Bowen Editorial Director

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