Introducing streamlined navigation in the Command Platform — a faster way to get things done.
We’re excited to announce an early access update for the Rapid7 Command Platform: a brand-new navigation experience built to help security analysts move faster, stay focused, and get more done.
Last summer we introduced our unified threat exposure and detection and response platform, the Rapid7 Command Platform; our investment in integration continues with this important release.
Our extensive portfolio of security technologies is now just one click away, giving security professionals greater command of their attack surface.
“Up to 60% reduction in clicks.”
Designed for how analysts work
Rapid7’s User Experience team conducted extensive customer research with security professionals to understand work patterns and workflow management. Analysis of this research led us to move from a product led navigation, to a capabilities based menu. Design considerations included NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework, to help structure our security capabilities in the new navigation.
NIST provides industry-agnostic guidance to help organizations achieve ideal security-related levels of competence and compliance. The depth and breadth of advice within the NIST framework documents are a great resource for federal agencies or organizations working with the US federal government.
Security teams deal with high volumes of alerts, investigations, and shifting priorities. Until now, navigating between key workflows in the Command Platform could mean extra clicks and frequent context switching — small delays that add up quickly in time-sensitive environments.
Figure 1: NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework
Meet the new navigation component
Our re-designed navigation is purpose-built to reduce friction and streamline every interaction within the Command Platform. Whether you’re triaging alerts, investigating incidents, or collaborating with your team, you’ll spend less time finding what you need and more time taking action.
Figure 2: Rapid7’s Command Platform home page
What you can expect:
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Simplified layout: Clearer structure so you always know where you are.
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Faster access: Jump between workflows in fewer clicks.
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Task-focused design: Prioritized views that match how analysts work.
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Consistency: A more intuitive experience across screens and modules.
We understand some customers may only take one product from Rapid7; all are able to click around and see all of the security capabilities we offer, whereas anything not available to you will be grayed-out. Simply speak to your Rapid7 representative and they will be happy to demo anything else you wish to see.
What’s changed in the Command Platform
You’ll notice the changes as soon as you log in:
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A persistent, left-hand navigation bar built on related and associated capabilities replaces individual product menus.
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New icons and labels highlight key workflows (like “Alerts,” “Findings,” and, “Response & Remediation”).
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Easier access to settings and account tools.
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Cleaner transitions between tasks to minimize disruptions in one click!
All of this adds up to a smoother, more intuitive platform that adapts to your daily rhythm — not the other way around.
Figure 3: Breaking down our Navigation, capabilities are only one quick click away
Built with analysts, for analysts
This upgrade is the result of close collaboration with our users. We’ve spent time listening to feedback, running usability tests, and refining the design to support how analysts truly work.
“Overall this is great and is a huge improvement — I don’t have to stop and think about where to go next. It’s just there.” — Early Access CISO, Fortune 500 SOC
Coming soon to all users
The new navigation is rolling out today for all Rapid7 Command Platform customers. No extra setup needed — just log in and experience the upgrade by clicking on the “Enable” button in our feature preview.
Figure 4: Press the “Enable” button to experience our capabilities focused navigation
Take command of your attack surface
You can’t secure what you can’t see! With the Rapid Command Platform, you’re one click away from a comprehensive view of your security posture. There are further exciting enhancements planned for our Command Platform, and we can’t wait to share these with you.
We’re always looking to improve and would love to hear what our customers think. Try the new navigation self-guided product tour or simply login to our Command Platform, if you are an existing Rapid7 customer.