THE concept of Zero Trust emerged in 2010, and it has recently gained significant relevance in the Philippines, particularly in light of the country's rapid digital transformation and expanding connectivity landscape. Today, Zero Trust has advanced into a crucial framework for protecting sensitive data against cyberthreats beyond traditional security models.

In this light, the rapid growth in the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry that handles sensitive data for global clients further emphasizes the significance of implementing Zero Trust principles in the country.