Which of the following should be the PRIMARY consideration when developing an IT strategy for the global implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions?

Hiring staff is an operational concern for implementation, not the primary strategic consideration when planning the overall solution.

Security and privacy are paramount for global IoT implementations because IoT devices often collect sensitive data, operate in diverse regulatory jurisdictions with varying data protection laws, and present a significantly expanded attack surface. Failure to address these concerns can lead to severe data breaches, regulatory non-compliance, and loss of public trust.

While cost-effectiveness is important, it is a secondary consideration compared to the fundamental risks associated with security and privacy in IoT.

Compatibility with legacy systems is a technical challenge to address, but security and privacy risks pose a more fundamental threat to the viability and legal compliance of a global IoT strategy.