How We Research Pricing
CiscoLens is built on real data, not guesswork. Here's how we compile, verify, and maintain the most accurate cybersecurity pricing intelligence.
Our Data Sources
Vendor Quotes (Primary Source)
We collect actual quotes from vendors by requesting proposals for standardized scopes. This includes both published pricing and custom quotes received through our network.
Customer Interviews
We interview security leaders and procurement teams about what they actually paid for services. This validates vendor pricing and identifies negotiated rates.
Public RFP Data
Government and public sector RFP responses often include pricing. We analyze these to understand enterprise-scale pricing benchmarks.
Industry Reports
We cross-reference our data with published industry reports from Gartner, Forrester, and cybersecurity-specific research firms.
Verification Process
Cross-Reference
Every price point is cross-referenced against at least 3 independent sources before publication.
Outlier Detection
Statistical analysis flags pricing that deviates significantly from market norms for additional review.
Expert Review
Industry practitioners review our methodology and pricing ranges for accuracy and relevance.
Continuous Updates
Pricing is refreshed monthly. Major market changes trigger immediate updates to affected pages.
Update Schedule
Last full update: 2025-01-16
Next scheduled update: February 2025
Our Team
Background in enterprise sales and cybersecurity services. Specializes in market research and vendor relationships.
Technical background with experience in security operations. Leads data analysis and methodology development.
Questions About Our Data?
We're committed to transparency. If you have questions about our methodology or want to contribute pricing data, we'd love to hear from you.
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