Gartner Research Report — October 2025

How to Justify SASE Investments to the Business

A transition to a SASE solution offers business advantages, but its financial ROI is often unclear. This report1 from Gartner analysts Neil MacDonald and Andrew Lerner helps heads of IT infrastructure and operations articulate business reasons to justify SASE investments and secure timely and adequate funding and resources.

“This approach will facilitate transparent discussions with stakeholders, allowing them to weigh each option’s costs, benefits, and risks and decide which outcomes align most with their strategic priorities.”

Access a full complimentary copy of this 9-page report for a review of the four primary business justifications for SASE, the importance of linking SASE investments directly to business outcomes, and how to best frame budget discussions.

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1Gartner, How to Justify SASE Investments to the Business, By Andrew Lerner, Neil MacDonald, 7 October 2025.

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