With software supply chain threats escalating, organizations need comprehensive solutions that safeguard their entire development lifecycle.
The GigaOm Radar for Software Supply Chain Security positions Prisma® Cloud by Palo Alto Networks as a Leader and Fast Mover, emphasizing its unparalleled capabilities in protecting multicloud environments.
In this inaugural report, GigaOm analyst Seth Byrnes provides an in-depth look at the software supply chain security (SSCS) market, examining top supply chain security solutions and offering insights to help organizations choose the right solution for their needs.
Key Features of Software Supply Chain Security Solutions
Prisma Cloud achieves an average score of 4.75 (out of 5) for the evaluated key SSCS features — the highest among 23 solutions reviewed in the GigaOm Radar. GigaOm awarded the platform three exceptional (5-star) ratings and one superior (4-star) rating across the following key categories:
- Dependencies Management: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Exceptional)
Real-time monitoring of direct and transitive dependencies to mitigate risks from vulnerabilities and licensing issues. - Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Security Scanning: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Exceptional)
Advanced scanning for misconfigurations in infrastructure-as-code templates before deployment, ensuring alignment with security policies. - Container Image Security Scanning: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Exceptional)
Seamlessly integrates with CI/CD pipelines, scanning container images for vulnerabilities and misconfigurations to support DevSecOps practices. - Machine Learning-Based Detection and Response: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Superior)
Employs advanced ML models to detect anomalies in code and builds, strengthening threat detection capabilities.
The seamless integration into development workflows empowers teams to build securely without slowing down innovation. GigaOm underscores this as a critical factor for organizations prioritizing agility and security.
Emerging Capabilities for Future-Ready Security
GigaOm also evaluated capabilities expected to become mainstream in the next 12-18 months. In this forward-looking assessment, Prisma Cloud excels in software exposure analysis, open-source software governance, and automated remediation, specifically:
- Software Exposure Analysis: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Superior)
Provides comprehensive risk insights to help organizations identify and address the most critical software threats early in the lifecycle. - Open-Source Software Governance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Superior)
Tracks and manages open-source components to ensure security and compliance with licensing standards, reducing risks. - Automated Remediation: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Superior)
Applies intelligent fixes to vulnerabilities in real time, minimizing manual intervention and accelerating response times.
These scores highlight Prisma Cloud’s innovative capabilities, making it a forward-looking choice for organizations seeking to stay ahead of emerging threats.
Driving Business Success with Prisma Cloud
Prisma Cloud achieved an average score of 4.25 out of 5 in the Business Criteria, demonstrating its ability to deliver strategic value for enterprises. GigaOm awarded the platform the following scores across business criteria:
- Scalability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Exceptional)
Provides robust capabilities for large-scale, enterprise-level deployments across complex multicloud environments. - Flexibility: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Superior)
Adapts effectively to diverse workflows and operational requirements, ensuring seamless integration. - Cost: ⭐⭐⭐ (Notable)
Balances value with functionality but reflects room for improvement in cost optimization for certain organizations. - Ecosystem Integration: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Exceptional)
Delivers seamless compatibility with existing tools and workflows, enabling efficient and cohesive security operations.
These ratings emphasize Prisma Cloud’s strong alignment with enterprise needs, showcasing its scalability, integration capabilities, and strategic value.
GigaOm advises: “Prisma Cloud should be licensed as a complete solution, and organizations should consider displacing incumbent tools to maximize the synergy across the platform.”
A Compelling Choice for Decision-Makers
Prisma Cloud’s recognition as a Leader and Fast Mover by GigaOm reflects its ability to tackle the most pressing software supply chain challenges. Its superior feature set, future-ready capabilities, and measurable business impact make it a compelling choice for decision-makers looking to secure their cloud-native environments.
To get the full details on how Prisma Cloud stacks up to top competitors in the SSCS space, download the full GigaOm Radar for Software Supply Chain Security report.
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