2019 CIRT Sentiment Index Third Quarter Report
The third quarter 2019 CIRT Sentiment Index indicated a slight decrease versus a more significant downturn in the Design Index when compared with the second quarter. The CIRT Sentiment Index declined from 65.0 to 64.9, compared to the Design Index which fell from 70.1 to 63.2. This downward movement may be reflective of the ambiguity surrounding the uncertain economic environment.
Offsetting the potential impact of a slowing economy/market is early evidence that the upward pressure on labor and material costs may be easing or at least flattening. The current trends questions focused on two main areas: formal steps CIRT members have taken in preparation for the next downturn in the economy, and the perceived risk of cybersecurity threats as well as steps taken to mitigate those threats.
