Securing the future with integrated IT operations

"Analysys Mason’s strategic approach enabled us to embed security seamlessly into our agile workflows, improving efficiency, scalability and resilience across our IT operations."

--Head of Cyber Security, telecoms operator, Germany

This German telecoms operator needed to scale up its information technology (IT) operations while ensuring cyber security was embedded into its rapidly evolving development processes. With the expansion of digital services, existing infrastructure and workflows needed to be modernised to keep pace with growing demands. The key issue was how to integrate cyber security into an agile development process in a way that preserved innovation and efficiency.

The challenge

Seamless integration throughout development processes

Analysys Mason worked closely with this client to integrate cyber security into its development processes. By introducing a centralised cyber-security framework, and automating key processes, we streamlined workflows, enhanced efficiency and strengthened operational effectiveness.

Our approach

How we achieved scalable cyber security

• Cloud migration and agile adoption: we facilitated this operator’s transition from on-premises IT systems to the cloud, guiding its adoption of agile development methodologies to enhance flexibility and reduce time to market.
• Centralised cyber-security framework: we introduced a unified cyber-security knowledge base, equipping the client development teams with a consistent approach to applying security best practices at every stage.
• Automation of cyber-security processes: our implementation of automated cyber-security testing and compliance tools reduced approval times by 50%, streamlining project delivery and boosting efficiency.
• Strategic cyber-security integration: we positioned cyber security as a growth enabler, embedding it into the company’s IT strategy to drive long-term resilience and business success.
• Training and collaborative support: our consultants worked side by side with the development teams, providing hands-on training and fostering a culture of real-time collaboration. This approach empowered developers to manage security autonomously, strengthening both individual and organisational capabilities.

Through this close collaboration, this telecoms operator established a scalable, secure foundation for continued digital transformation and future innovation.

The impact

Creating a secure and scalable IT environment

Analysys Mason’s expertise and structured approach delivered significant, measurable improvements across this company’s IT operations:

• Optimised cyber-security practices: cyber security became an integral part of agile development, ensuring compliance and reducing vulnerabilities from project inception.
• Accelerated project timelines: automated cyber-security processes cut review times by 50%, enabling teams to complete projects faster while maintaining high security standards.
• Enhanced development productivity: by embedding cyber security within agile workflows, we helped the client to eliminate bottlenecks, improve developer efficiency and streamline project delivery.
• Scalable and flexible IT operations: our solutions enabled Vodafone to scale IT operations seamlessly, integrate external vendors efficiently and expand infrastructure with minimal administrative burden.

Through our partnership, this telecoms operator achieved a more agile, secure and future-ready IT environment – one that not only meets current cyber-security needs, but also lays the foundation for sustained growth and innovation over the long term.