Most conversations about AI in business start with the wrong question of “Can AI do the job?” It is entirely the wrong place to start. The real question for leadership is quieter but vastly more important…“Will this platform still exist, function, and be supportable when the AI bubble shifts?” Right now, many organizations are not just experimenting with AI. They are rebuilding entire business workflows, reducing staff, and reshaping operating models around it. AI is moving from a novel enhancement to an essential layer of business execution. That transition changes the risk profile of the entire company. When AI becomes…
Gene Moody
Gene Moody
Gene is Field CTO for Action1, where he engages with industry leaders and customers worldwide, advocating for modernizing patch management and evolving security standards, while showcasing how Action1 empowers organizations to achieve stronger resilience and compliance. With 30 years in IT, Gene has worked across development, system administration, consulting, management, and security in organizations ranging from small teams to global enterprises. He specializes in translating complex technical challenges into clear, actionable guidance for both technical teams and executives. Known for analytical problem-solving and strategic planning, Gene excels at breaking large, high-stakes problems into manageable components and guiding teams to successful execution.
What’s the first thing you think of when you hear “vulnerability management”? The focus may be on tools, CVSS scores, and patch counts. It makes sense: tools are easy to point to, and scores can give security professionals an illusion of measurability. But what most people never think of is policy. It’s an afterthought. I’m realistic. I know that policy isn’t the most exciting thing in the world. It’s not why any of us got involved in cybersecurity. But policy, at the end of the day, is the material all tools are made of. Without policy, teams are prone to…