In today’s enterprise landscape, security isn’t optional—it’s foundational. As organizations adopt automation platforms like IBM Cloud Pak for Business Automation (CP4BA), they must also ensure that every component communicates securely and compliantly. That’s where network policies come in.
But managing these policies manually can be complex, time-consuming, and error-prone. IBM recognized this challenge and made a significant leap forward between versions 24.0.0 and 25.0.0 of CP4BA.
The Challenge: Manual Security in 24.0.0
In version 24.0.0, CP4BA introduced a more secure default setting: restricted internet access. This meant that, by default, the platform blocked all outbound traffic unless explicitly allowed.
While this was a win for security, it also meant that IT teams had to manually define and manage network policies—rules that control how different parts of the platform talk to each other. For large or complex deployments, this quickly became a burden.
The Breakthrough: Automated Policies in 25.0.0
With version 25.0.0, IBM took a major step forward. The CP4BA operator—the component that manages the platform—now automatically creates and maintains the necessary network policies.
What this means for your business:
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Faster deployments: No more waiting on manual configurations.
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Fewer errors: Automated policies reduce the risk of missteps that could disrupt services.
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Stronger compliance: Policies are aligned with best practices and easier to audit.
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More agility: As your automation needs grow, the platform adapts without extra overhead.
Why It Matters
For business leaders, this evolution is about more than just technology—it’s about trust and efficiency. By automating security controls, CP4BA helps organizations:
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Launch new automation projects faster
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Reduce operational risk
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Stay compliant with industry regulations
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Free up IT teams to focus on innovation, not infrastructure
The Bottom Line
Security should never slow down progress. With the improvements in CP4BA 25.0.0, IBM is proving that strong security and seamless automation can go hand in hand. It’s a smarter, safer way to scale your business automation journey.