IEFRA2 — Strengths

3.2 Strengths
The New Paradigm section establishes why a shift from traditional perimeter-based security models to a data-centric approach is necessary. It clearly highlights the tension between information sharing and safeguarding, positioning trust-building as a critical enabler of secure collaboration rather than a barrier. The section provides a well-rounded justification for this approach, outlining both security and cost benefits, which strengthens its appeal to technical and policy stakeholders alike. Additionally, the introduction of Data-Centric Security (DCS) is well-integrated, emphasizing that it enhances rather than replaces existing cybersecurity controls. The defense-in-depth model (Figure 1) visually reinforces these concepts, illustrating how DCS operates within a layered security framework.