What is a common risk management strategy promoted by ASIS?

Conducting regular risk assessments is a foundational risk management strategy promoted by ASIS because it allows organizations to systematically identify, analyze, and prioritize risks to their assets and operations. By engaging in this practice, organizations can gain a thorough understanding of their current risk landscape, which helps in making informed decisions about how to allocate resources effectively and where to focus security efforts.

Regular risk assessments enable security professionals to evaluate the effectiveness of existing security measures and identify vulnerabilities that may have emerged due to changes in the environment, technology, or regulations. This proactive approach not only enhances security planning and readiness but also fosters a culture of risk awareness and continuous improvement within the organization.

In contrast, although other strategies like implementing security software, hiring more personnel, and increasing budgets can be part of a broader security strategy, they do not offer the same level of analytical insight into risk management. These actions might address symptoms of risk but do not provide a comprehensive understanding of risks or ensure that they are mitigated effectively over time.