Drivers and Barriers for Cybersecurity by Design

This report investigates the drivers and barriers for the adoption of cybersecurity by design within organizations developing cyber-physical products and systems. It outlines the increasing importance of cybersecurity in a digitalized society where products and services are interconnected. The report details a research approach that includes a literature review and insights from industry experts through semi-structured interviews. It identifies common barriers and drivers that organizations face when integrating cybersecurity into their product development processes. The findings reveal that many organizations tend to adopt a reactive approach to cybersecurity, often waiting for significant incidents before implementing necessary measures. The report also proposes best practices to help organizations enhance their maturity in realizing cybersecurity by design. It concludes with an outlook on the next steps for organizations to foster a proactive cybersecurity culture. The structure of the report includes sections on research methodology, results, best practices, and future directions.