Development of security measures assessment for private organizations

Abstract

The objective of this qualitative study was to develop and determine security measures for private organizations. Documentary analysis and focus group technique were used as a method for gathering data. Eight participants who had experiences in security management were participated in a focus group. Data from two sources were gathered and integrated for data analysis. The results of data analysis led to the development of security measures factors. Findings indicated that there were five factors of security measures that needed to be implemented and carried out in private organizations including building awareness of technology development in security; integration of architectural security components; developing security systems; human resource management which encompasses security personnel and sharing knowledge; and determining appropriate security procedures that relate to nature and physical of organizations.