One of the themes we keep hitting in the CIS IG1 series is simple: you can’t protect what you don’t know you have. That’s true for hardware—and it’s just as true for software. A detailed software inventory doesn’t just tighten your security posture. It drives better operational outcomes, reduces waste, and keeps teams aligned. Here’s why it matters: Visibility First Just like Control 1.1 teaches us about asset inventories, real security starts with knowing what’s in your environment. If the...














