2026 Strategic Outlook

The Executive's Guide to
Cyber Resilience

How Smart Businesses Turn Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Insurance into Financial Protection.

The New Reality of Cyber Risk

In 2026, cyber risk is a critical financial exposure for mid-market businesses. Insurance carriers now require clear proof that your controls were active at the time of an incident.

If you cannot show evidence, your claim is at high risk of denial.

True resilience requires three parts working together:

 
 

Managed Security

Prevention

Daily prevention and threat mitigation to stop attacks before they start.

 
 

Financial Response

ITS Program & Insurance

A strong and timely financial response mechanism when incidents occur.

 
 

Compliance & Docs

Proof of Controls

Clear proof that controls were active at the time of an incident.

  Denial Risk Factors

The Top 5 Reasons Claims Are Denied

Insurers focus on what you can prove. Gaps in controls lead to fast denials and major financial loss.

Without documented evidence, your claim is at high risk. These are the most common failures that trigger immediate denial:

"If you cannot show evidence, your claim is at high risk of denial."

Common Failures That Trigger Denial

  • Enforce MFA on email or network access
  • Test backups or isolate from the network
  • Verify Security Training
  • Document and test incident response plan
  • Patch or monitor gaps on known vulnerabilities
 

Aligning With Compliance Standards

Compliance is now the most reliable source of evidence for insurers. The FTC Safeguards Rule, HIPAA, and SOC 2 define clear expectations for reasonable security.

The shift has moved from one-time audits to continuous evidence that controls are active, enforced, and monitored.

 

FTC Safeguards

Defines clear expectations for reasonable security.

 

HIPAA

Defines clear expectations for reasonable security.

 

SOC 2

Defines clear expectations for reasonable security.

The ITS Cybersecurity Warranty Advantage

The ITS Verify Package includes a $500,000 Cybersecurity Warranty.
This warranty works alongside your cyber insurance. Insurance often takes months to complete its review, but the warranty gives you immediate support, providing fast access to recovery funds once your controls are verified.

 
 
ITS Funds Delivered Immediately
 

Incident

 

Insurance Review Window

(3-6 Months)
 

Claim Payout

Continuous Verification

Confirms controls meet insurer-grade requirements.

Warranty Activation

Verified controls activate your $500,000 warranty.

Fast Financial Support

Quick-access funds for forensics & recovery.

Stronger Outcomes

Clean evidence supports faster insurer decisions.

How Verified Security Controls Create ROI

Strong security becomes a financial asset when controls are verified and monitored. It's not just about protection—it's about business value.

 
Lower Premiums
 
Faster Payouts
 
Less Downtime
 
Stronger Trust
 
ROI
Verified & Monitored
 
 

Your 2026 Resilience Roadmap

Follow this plan to strengthen your protection immediately.

1
 

Assess your proof of controls

Understand where you stand today.

2
 

Strengthen and verify gaps

Fix the vulnerabilities that lead to denial.

3
 

Activate ITS security program protection

Turn on your financial shield.

4
 

Maintain continuous monitoring

Keep your evidence fresh and valid.

5

Review progress quarterly with ITS

Stay ahead of evolving threats.

Executive FAQ

Gain Clarity and Confidence

Proof is the currency insurers rely on. Schedule a complimentary security program Readiness Assessment with ITS today.

In 30-45 Minutes You Receive:

  • A personalized Denial Risk Score
  • A concise Proof Checklist
  • Compliance Alignment Review
  • A practical financial resiliency plan
Schedule Your Assessment Today

Protect Your Balance Sheet.