Along with adding value, the goal in preparing the proposed security department budget is to:

The goal of preparing a proposed security department budget is to justify expenditures by demonstrating their value to the organization. This involves linking budgetary requests to risk mitigation, asset protection, and organizational priorities, ensuring that investments align with measurable benefits.

ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP®) References:

Budgeting and Financial Justification: CPP materials outline strategies for presenting security budgets in terms of ROI and risk reduction.

Resource Allocation: Chapter 8 provides techniques for effectively justifying security-related expenditures.