Is Your Security Dashboard Lying to You? The Case for ESRM in 2026
In 2026, the security landscape has fundamentally shifted from human adversaries to "machine-speed" threats, where autonomous AI executes attacks faster than traditional defenses can react. This white paper argues that siloed physical and cyber security teams are no longer sufficient to protect against these cascading risks, which now span from deepfakes to geopolitical supply chain disruptions. Instead, it advocates for Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM), a unified strategy that moves beyond static "green dashboards" to active, integrated validation of assets and identity. By adopting this framework, security leaders can translate technical risks into the language of the boardroom—margin, liability, and brand equity—ultimately establishing a clear "Security Return on Investment" (SROI) that safeguards the organization's mission.
