# The challenge of protecting data in test and development environments

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Podcast: [The Simple Talk Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-simple-talk-podcast-7056342)
Published: 2026-04-30T07:49:00+00:00
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## Resource

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 epis o de – explor ing test data management (TDM), data masking, and governance in 2026. T opics 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 . Listen or watch every episode of the Simple Talk podcast at https://www.red-gate.com/simple-talk/podcasts

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