Guide
Security Operations
Design a Security Dashboard for Both Strategic Insight and Operational Clarity
This governance dashboard supports both strategic cybersecurity leadership and day-to-day security operations. Learn how to align visualizations with executive expectations, prioritize actionable metrics, and avoid common design pitfalls.
In this guide, you’ll discover:
- How to tailor dashboards for strategic vs. operational use
- Which cybersecurity metrics drive real decision-making
- Visualization best practices for clarity and impact
- Common mistakes that reduce dashboard effectiveness
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