(NOTE: This story was originally posted to CRN.com Jan. 18.)

More Change Ahead In 2017

The change that the IT industry saw in security in 2016 was likely just a preview of what lies ahead this year.

2017 brings with it evolving and more sophisticated security threats – from the Internet of Things, ransomware and more -- as well as a changing security industry looking to keep pace with (and maybe get ahead of) the new attacks. Security experts predict that we will see new technologies taking the forefront on the security budget line, vendor consolidation, and a rise in managed security services, just to name a few.

What might it mean for your business? Take a look at some of the changes we might see.