Measuring AppSec success: Key KPIs that demonstrate value

In the software development industry, proactively securing the software development life cycle (SDLC) is crucial. Key performance indicators (KPIs) for AppSec programs include risk reduction metrics, team coverage and engagement, application security posture trends, and vulnerability management efficiency. By measuring these KPIs, organizations can demonstrate the value of their AppSec program to executives and stakeholders, showing how it helps achieve business objectives, improve operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Effective storytelling techniques should be applied when presenting the successes of an AppSec program, focusing on outcomes and using visual aids to emphasize favorable trends.