Ever felt like you're paying a “convenience fee” just to access your own data in the cloud?

In our new Cyber After Hours episode—S1E3: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Cyber Vendor Consolidation—we dive into exactly that dilemma.

We start off by sharing a personal story of how we challenged a ridiculous vendor charge and actually won.

It’s a reminder that you don’t have to accept every fee that shows up on the invoice—especially in cloud computing, where hidden costs can sneak up on you fast.

From there, we explore the bigger picture of today’s cybersecurity vendor landscape.

With startups popping up left and right, followed by lightning-fast acquisitions, it can feel like there’s a new vendor (or a newly acquired one) around every corner.

Is the convenience of an all-in-one solution worth the potential lock-in?

And how do you avoid paying for overlapping tools that drive your costs—and your frustration—through the roof?

We call this “cyber waste,” and it’s something every security leader should be watching closely.

We wrap up by examining how vendor consolidation affects both your budget and your peace of mind, especially when an innovative product suddenly loses its spark after being acquired.

Is there a sweet spot between holistic platforms and best-in-class solutions?

Tune in as we share candid insights on managing these challenges—and how to keep your cybersecurity program effective, efficient, and maybe even a bit more transparent.

Join us for a frank conversation on what it really takes to make your investments count.

Thank you for watching / listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn: - Evan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmorgan/ - Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pm01/