The challenge of protecting data in test and development environments

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How do organizations protect sensitive data in test and development environments without slowing delivery? That’s the question Kellyn Gorman and Microsoft MVP Hamish Watson discuss in this episode – exploring test data management (TDM), data masking, and governance in 2026. Topics include: why non‑production systems are a major security risk, the limitations of DIY and AI‑generated masking scripts, and how automated TDM helps teams stay compliant while supporting DevOps and CI/CD. 

Learn more about Redgate Test Data Manager here. 

Download Redgate’s 2026 State of the Database Landscape report here.

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