Considering Measures, Metrics, and Benchmarks

Measures, metrics, and benchmarks...oh my! This session will provide a brief introduction to metrics and a metrics development methodology. Explore the interaction among measures, metrics, and benchmarks and consider where you might use these different types of tools to assess the implementation, effectiveness, and impact of your information security activities.

Learning outcomes:

• Understand the difference between a measure, a metric, and a benchmark
• Learn how to use assessment tools to recognize trends in data