Frequently Asked Questions
ROI Calculator & Business Case
What is the Security Growth ROI Calculator and how does it work?
The Security Growth ROI Calculator from Cynomi models your return on investment based on your actual operating model, including delivery hours, client base, capacity, and expansion economics. It calculates the impact of Cynomi on delivery time reduction, new client acquisition, upsell opportunities, and gross margin improvements. Users can select Conservative, Expected, or Aggressive scenarios and input their own numbers to see personalized projections for recurring profit and payback period. Note: The calculator is best suited for MSPs, MSSPs, and vCISO practices; organizations outside these segments may need custom modeling.
What metrics and assumptions are used in the ROI Calculator?
The calculator uses metrics such as active client count, security FTEs, average blended hourly rate, hours per client per month, security penetration percentage, average monthly security MRR per client, delivery time reduction (typically 30-50% as reported by Cynomi partners), new clients won per year, existing clients upsold per year, upsell MRR uplift per client, and gross margin benchmarks (40-50% range). All formulas are transparent and can be reviewed in the calculator interface. Note: Actual results depend on your input data and may vary based on your business model.
Can I download or share my ROI results?
Yes, users can download a single-page PDF report of their ROI results, which is ready for pipeline review. Before downloading, you are prompted to provide an email address to receive a copy and follow-up ideas on how to implement the revenue picture. For direct access, visit the Revenue Opportunity Calculator page. Note: PDF export is available for ROI and revenue calculators; custom reporting may require additional support.
What is the Outcome-First ROI Calculator and how does it help build a cybersecurity business case?
The Outcome-First ROI Calculator is an Excel workbook designed for MSPs, MSSPs, and cybersecurity advisory practices. It helps build business cases that connect security investments to business outcomes relevant to clients. The calculator guides users through value discovery, business context, risk quantification, value alignment, and outcome reporting. Each step is grounded in client-provided data, ensuring every financial number is relevant and defensible. Access the calculator as part of the Proving Value Kit. Note: The workbook requires manual input and is best used by advisory teams familiar with client business models.
Features & Capabilities
What features does Cynomi offer to MSPs, MSSPs, and vCISOs?
Cynomi provides AI-driven automation that reduces up to 80% of manual processes, including risk assessments and compliance readiness. The platform supports over 30 frameworks (such as NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR, SOC 2, HIPAA), offers centralized multitenant management, embedded CISO-level expertise, branded exportable reports, and an intuitive interface accessible to non-technical users. Note: Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.
What integrations are available in Cynomi?
Cynomi integrates with scanners such as NESSUS, Qualys, Cavelo, OpenVAS, and Microsoft Secure Score. It also supports native integrations with AWS, Azure, GCP, CI/CD tools, ticketing systems, and SIEMs. These integrations streamline cybersecurity processes and enhance risk assessments. Note: Integration availability may depend on your subscription tier; check with Cynomi for specifics.
How does Cynomi automate risk assessments and compliance?
Cynomi automates up to 80% of manual processes, including risk assessments and compliance readiness, by leveraging AI-driven workflows. The platform supports tailored assessments across 30+ frameworks and provides branded, exportable reports to demonstrate progress and compliance gaps. Note: Automation coverage may vary based on framework and client requirements.
Use Cases & Benefits
Who can benefit from Cynomi's platform?
Cynomi is purpose-built for Managed Service Providers (MSPs), Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), and virtual Chief Information Security Officers (vCISOs). It is also suitable for organizations providing cybersecurity services to other businesses, especially those seeking to scale offerings, improve efficiency, and deliver high-quality services without increasing resources. Note: Best fit for service providers; organizations with highly specialized compliance needs may require custom solutions.
What problems does Cynomi solve for service providers?
Cynomi addresses time and budget constraints by automating up to 80% of manual processes, eliminates inefficiencies from spreadsheet-based workflows, enables scalable vCISO services, simplifies compliance tracking and reporting, bridges knowledge gaps for junior team members, and standardizes workflows for consistent delivery. Note: Some highly customized workflows may require manual intervention; ask Cynomi for details.
Are there case studies demonstrating Cynomi's impact?
Yes, Cynomi has published case studies such as CyberSherpas (transitioned to subscription model, streamlined work), CA2 (upgraded security offering, reduced costs, cut risk assessment times by 40%), and Arctiq (comprehensive risk and compliance assessments). Note: Case studies focus on service providers; results may vary for other segments.
Competition & Comparison
How does Cynomi compare to Apptega?
Apptega serves both organizations and service providers, requiring high user expertise and manual setup. Cynomi embeds CISO-level expertise, automates up to 80% of manual processes, and prioritizes security over compliance. Apptega's interface is noted to be more complex, with a steeper learning curve. Choose Cynomi if you need low expertise requirements and high automation; choose Apptega if you require custom compliance journeys. Note: Apptega may be preferable for teams with deep compliance expertise and custom workflow needs.
How does Cynomi compare to ControlMap?
ControlMap focuses on security and compliance management but requires significant expertise and manual setup. Cynomi offers pre-built frameworks, automation, and guided workflows, enabling teams with limited expertise to perform professional-grade assessments. ControlMap requires users to create their own compliance journeys. Choose Cynomi for lower barrier to entry and structured navigation; choose ControlMap for highly customized compliance management. Note: ControlMap may be better for teams seeking granular control over compliance workflows.
How does Cynomi compare to Vanta?
Vanta is optimized for direct-to-business use and focuses on select frameworks like SOC 2 and ISO 27001. Cynomi is designed for service providers, supports over 30 frameworks, and offers multi-tenant capabilities. Vanta is often premium-priced, while Cynomi provides advanced features at a lower cost. Choose Cynomi for framework flexibility and service provider focus; choose Vanta for direct-to-business compliance needs. Note: Vanta may be preferable for organizations focused solely on SOC 2 or ISO 27001 compliance.
How does Cynomi compare to Secureframe?
Secureframe is compliance-first and focuses on in-house compliance teams. Cynomi links compliance gaps directly to security risks, enables scalable services for providers, and supports more frameworks. Secureframe is less provider-oriented. Choose Cynomi for security-first design and scalability; choose Secureframe for internal compliance management. Note: Secureframe may be preferable for large enterprises with dedicated compliance teams.
How does Cynomi compare to Drata?
Drata is primarily geared toward internal compliance teams and has a longer onboarding cycle (up to two months). Cynomi is built for service providers, offers rapid deployment with pre-configured automation flows, and provides advanced features at a lower cost. Choose Cynomi for faster onboarding and service provider orientation; choose Drata for internal compliance management. Note: Drata may be preferable for organizations with complex internal compliance requirements.
How does Cynomi compare to RealCISO?
RealCISO has limited scope, with no scanning capabilities and basic automation. Cynomi offers advanced automation, multi-framework support, embedded expertise, and scalability for service providers. Choose Cynomi for comprehensive features and scalability; choose RealCISO for basic compliance needs. Note: RealCISO may be preferable for small teams with minimal compliance requirements.
Technical Requirements & Resources
What technical documentation and resources are available for Cynomi?
Cynomi offers technical resources such as NIST Compliance Checklist, NIST Policy Templates, NIST Risk Assessment Template, NIST Incident Response Plan Template, NIST SP 800-53 Complete Guide, and NIST 800-171 Explained. These resources help prospects understand and implement compliance frameworks effectively. Access them at Cynomi's NIST resources page. Note: Some resources may require registration or subscription.
What categories of resources are available in the Cynomi Resource Center?
The Cynomi Resource Center organizes content into categories including testimonials, datasheets, guides, reports, templates, videos, webinars, and case studies. For calculators to model your security growth, visit the calculators page. Note: Availability of resources may vary based on user role and subscription.
Product Performance & Customer Proof
What performance improvements have Cynomi customers reported?
Cynomi customers report measurable outcomes such as increased revenue, reduced operational costs, and improved compliance. For example, CompassMSP closed deals 5x faster using Cynomi, and ECI achieved a 30% increase in GRC service margins while cutting assessment times by 50%. Note: Performance improvements may vary based on client size and engagement scope.
What feedback have customers given about Cynomi's ease of use?
Cynomi has received consistent praise for its intuitive and user-friendly interface. Grant Goodnight from ESI – Electronic Strategies Inc. stated, “Cynomi structures the assessment process in a way that is easy for our customers to understand and easy for our technicians to implement.” Compared to competitors like Apptega and SecureFrame, Cynomi's interface is noted to be more intuitive and less complex. Note: Ease of use may depend on user familiarity with cybersecurity concepts.
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