“Encryption is an intimidating technology for many IT leaders because it is highly technical and relies upon complex mathematical algorithms. While CIOs can and should leave the details of encryption to their cybersecurity teams, it is important that they have a working knowledge of the technology to provide responsible leadership and oversight,” said Mike Chapple, adjunct research analyst, IDC.

IDC Research Report published March 2018.
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