For most organizations, partnering with a Managed Intelligence Provider delivers significant value. The cost of building an internal intelligence capability – including hiring analysts, purchasing tools, and ongoing training – far exceeds MIP subscription costs. Additionally, MIPs provide 24/7 monitoring, specialized expertise, and immediate access to threat intelligence that would take years to develop internally. One needs to consider what the cost implications are of not engaging with the services of a Managed Intelligence Provider such as Westech.