For those who have managed security, capturing budget support for an investment in security is one of the most difficult challenges we have.  Security, while central to all of us, is often viewed as discretionary by other business managers, or mandated not-called-for by the business.  Competition for dollars is fierce in healthcare, and the justification for the expense needs to be strong, especially when associated with a non-revenue-producing line item.  That pressure for valuation of line items or expenditures is not likely to decrease in the uncertain times ahead with replacement of the Affordable Care Act.  There are successful strategies and techniques for engaging in this battle for funds.  This discussion will use several case studies provided by CHIME and AEHIS members to lay the foundation for a group discussion.  This is a virtual Town Hall meeting and we are counting on all of you who attend to make that happen.  

Learning Objectives:

1. Hear how to develop and present a viable business case for security expenditures

2. Demonstrate how investing in security enhances the overall business strategy

3. Review real world case study examples and lessons learned

Mac McMillan, Co-Founder and CEO, CynergisTek, Inc.