Cyber warfare is no longer a distant military concern; it has become a direct business reality. In the article “If you think cyber warfare is not about you, think again”, General Paul Ducheine explains how almost every organisation is embedded in digital ecosystems that are increasingly targeted in geopolitical conflicts.

This article is part of a broader KPMG thought leadership series on threat‑informed decision making, which brings together perspectives from business leaders, policymakers and cybersecurity experts across Europe. It shows how cyber threats are used as strategic instruments by state actors, affecting supply chains, critical infrastructure and public trust. Even organisations that do not see themselves as critical can become entry points—or collateral damage—in broader conflicts.

Download the full article for insights into cyber warfare as a geopolitical instrument, its implications for boards and executives, and the strategic actions required to embed resilience at the highest level of governance.