The Internet of Things (IoT) and connectivity growth are rapidly increasing. The COVID-19 pandemic shined a light on how digital transformation is essential. Organizations that had established connected infrastructure, cloud services, and data management were able to excel and maintain operations.

This study focuses on the importance of asset discovery. As IoT networks introduce new connected devices into a company's ecosystem, new threat vectors are also created. Every connected asset on a network that is not up-to-date, is missing antivirus software, or lacks login credentials is a possible point of entry for a cyberattack. Asset discovery and management can help organizations secure their assets from vulnerability. With asset discovery, so too will a change of culture arise. Companies must develop new protocols and standardized best practices, train employees, and hire new personnel to maintain security for their IoT networks.

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