Security by Design vs. Time-to-Market
Embed threat modelling and automated security gates into CI/CD pipelines so security is resolved at design time, not post-launch.
CyberTRIZ analysis · Cyber contradiction C063 · one of 8,235 worked contradictions published by CyberTRIZ.AI
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Overview
Organizations seek to introduce new products and digital services as quickly as possible to maintain a competitive advantage. At the same time, integrating security from the earliest design stages significantly reduces vulnerabilities, implementation costs, and future operational risks. The challenge is incorporating security without delaying product delivery. Traditional development approaches often postpone security until final testing or delay product launches while security reviews are completed. CyberTRIZ promotes embedding security throughout the design and development process. By integrating security into architecture reviews, development pipelines, and automated testing, organizations avoid costly redesigns while maintaining rapid delivery schedules.
Practical Example
A software company includes threat modeling and automated security testing during application design instead of waiting until development is complete. Security issues are resolved earlier, reducing both project delays and remediation costs.