Many organizations continue to allocate cybersecurity budgets based on compliance requirements or technology trends rather than measurable risk reduction and operational resilience. This interactive workshop will explore how security leaders can move beyond tool-centric investment strategies and instead align cybersecurity spending with business outcomes. Participants will discuss practical approaches for operationalizing cybersecurity programs, incorporating quantified cyber risk into decision making, and prioritizing resilience capabilities that reduce operational impact and recovery time during cyber incidents. The session will encourage discussion on how organizations can ensure that security investments deliver tangible outcomes—improved incident response, stronger regulatory readiness, and sustainable cyber resilience across increasingly complex digital environments.
Obrela is sponsoring the IDC IT Security Summit 2026, a premier gathering of cybersecurity, technology, and business leaders focused on securing the modern enterprise in an AI-driven world. Taking place in Cologne, Germany, on 9th September at Steigenberger Hotel Köln, the event brings together senior executives and security leaders to discuss how organizations can strengthen trust, governance, and resilience as digital transformation accelerates.
Event Overview
The IDC IT Security Summit explores how enterprises can address the growing complexity of cyber threats while enabling innovation and digital growth. As organizations increasingly adopt AI, cloud services, and advanced analytics, security strategies must evolve to protect critical assets and maintain operational resilience.
Germany’s cybersecurity landscape is rapidly developing, with significant investment expected across software, cloud-native security, and analytics technologies, driven by evolving regulatory frameworks such as the EU AI Act, NIS2 Directive, and DORA.
Obrela’s Participation
As a partner of the event, Obrela will:
- Host a Connect Roundtable session about:
- Deliver a thought leadership keynote presentation
Operational Technology (OT) environments are increasingly connected to IT systems, expanding the attack surface and increasing the potential impact of cyber incidents on critical operations. While Managed Detection & Response (MDR) provides continuous monitoring and early detection of threats across converged IT and OT infrastructures, Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) plays a critical role in investigating attacks targeting industrial and operational systems. Through specialized forensic analysis, threat intelligence, and structured response processes, DFIR enables organizations to identify the root cause of incidents, understand attacker behavior, and contain threats while minimizing disruption to critical processes. By combining MDR with OT-focused DFIR capabilities, organizations can strengthen visibility across operational environments, respond more effectively to cyber incidents, and ensure the resilience and continuity of critical operations.
These sessions will provide an opportunity to discuss how organizations can strengthen their cybersecurity posture through advanced integrated cybersecurity services and continuous threat visibility.
Event Details
Date: September 9, 2026
Location: Steigenberger Hotel Köln Cologne, Germany
Audience: Senior cybersecurity and technology decision-makers from large enterprises and public sector organizations.
Meet Obrela
Obrela’s experts will be present throughout the event to discuss:
- Security operations transformation
- AI-driven threat detection
- Managed Detection & Response (MDR)
- Strengthening cyber resilience
If you are attending the summit, we welcome the opportunity to connect and exchange insights on securing the AI-powered enterprise.