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application Security Metrics: Why?Metrics offer a practical approach to helping make decisions about which parts of your program are working and which need to be fine-tuned or replaced – all with the business goals at top of mind. With an application security program in place, the only way to keep the continued support of upper management is by offering up quantifiable numbers and data tied into the goals and objectives of your organization as a whole. The right metrics will help your organization:

• Fully understand the security risks of core business processes and applications
• Verify your compliance and that the correct security controls are in place
• Identify points of strength and points of improvement in your program
• Decide which issues need to be addressed and how to best resolve them