Software delivery success relies on two main aspects: speed and security. However, a survey of senior IT and security leaders across North America reveals a sobering truth: 62% of organizations knowingly release insecure code just to meet delivery deadlines. Despite widespread recognition that cyberattacks targeting the application layer now account for 43% of all breaches, fewer than 40% of organizations involve security during the planning phase of development. Instead, most wait until just before deployment, when it’s too late to make meaningful changes. The root cause of this persistent issue isn’t a lack of talent or awareness. It’s tool sprawl. DevSecOps teams are juggling multiple platforms, integrations, and manual processes. The solution is consolidation.
The Problem with Siloed Tools for DevSecOps Teams
Modern software organizations often operate with between 2 and 10 DevOps tools, each addressing a specific function like source control, CI/CD, vulnerability scanning, and deployment. While this flexibility once seemed empowering, it’s now a major productivity drain. Nearly 70% of developers report spending at least a quarter of their time maintaining or integrating toolchains. That’s time stolen from innovation and value delivery. This fragmentation also leads to:
- Context switching that breaks developer focus and slows velocity.
- Delayed feedback loops as teams move between systems for testing, security scans, and deployment approvals.
- Visibility gaps that make it hard for leadership to understand release readiness or compliance posture.
- Process friction between development, security, and operations teams, each managing different tools and data silos.
With these issues, it’s no surprise that 66% of organizations want to consolidate their toolchains.
66%
of organizations want to consolidate their toolchains.
The GitLab DevSecOps Platform: Unifying the Lifecycle
GitLab stands apart as a single DevSecOps platform that brings every stage of the software development lifecycle into one application. From planning to production, teams collaborate within a unified environment designed for speed, security, and governance.
Key capabilities include:
- AI-assisted workflows across the entire lifecycle, from intelligent code suggestions to automated security remediation.
- Built-in governance and compliance features that ensure secure development without slowing down delivery.
- Privacy-first AI leveraging best-in-class models while maintaining enterprise-grade transparency and data protection.
- End-to-end visibility into value streams, helping organizations measure productivity, security, and ROI in real time.
With over 30 million users and more than half of the Fortune 100 using GitLab, the platform has proven scalability and trust across industries.
Benefits of Consolidating Your Toolchain with GitLab
Consolidating DevSecOps tools into GitLab eliminates redundant systems, streamlines workflows, and frees developers from managing multiple integrations. The benefits are measurable:
- Higher Productivity: Developers stay in flow, moving from code to deploy seamlessly without leaving GitLab.
- Reduced Costs: Fewer vendors, lower license expenses, and minimal integration maintenance reduce the total cost of ownership.
- Faster Time to Market: Continuous security and compliance integrated directly into pipelines mean faster, safer releases.
- Improved Governance: Centralized visibility and automated policies enforce security and compliance across projects.
- Stronger ROI: According to the 2024 Forrester Total Economic Impact™ study, organizations using GitLab Ultimate saw a 483% ROI with a payback period under six months.
By aligning people, processes, and technology in one platform, GitLab simplifies DevSecOps and helps teams focus on delivering value securely and efficiently.
Driving Productivity with GitLab’s DevSecOps Platform
The pressure to deliver quickly shouldn’t come at the expense of security or developer experience. Fragmented toolchains slow teams down, create blind spots, and increase risk, all while consuming valuable time and budget. By consolidating your DevSecOps ecosystem with GitLab, you enable a unified workflow that enhances collaboration, visibility, and compliance from day one. If you want to achieve faster innovation, reduced risk, and a tangible return on investment, contact SPK and Associates. As a GitLab Partner, we help organizations design, migrate, and optimize their DevSecOps environments. Reach out today to see how we can help you unlock developer productivity, securely and efficiently.
