Reporting and Visualization

Executive dashboards require different metrics than operational reports. Focus executive reporting on risk reduction, compliance status, and business impact. Use trend lines showing improvement over time. Highlight success stories and ROI calculations. Avoid technical details that obscure business value. Update executive dashboards monthly or quarterly.

Operational dashboards need real-time, actionable metrics. Show current vulnerability counts, overdue remediations, and policy violations. Enable drill-down from summary to detail. Provide team-specific views for targeted action. Update operational dashboards continuously or daily. These dashboards drive day-to-day security operations.

Stakeholder-specific reporting ensures each audience receives relevant information. Developer reports focus on actionable findings and remediation guidance. Security team reports emphasize threat trends and coverage gaps. Compliance reports demonstrate policy adherence and audit readiness. Tailor content, frequency, and format to each audience's needs.