Jim McConnell’s series of books is focused on a book on Security Metrics, and a book on Safety Metrics with future plans on Supply Chain Security, Getting a Seat at the Table, Executive Protection Program Management, and Honor.
Converged Security Metrics
Security matters to each of us. It helps ensure our safety and protects the freedoms we all enjoy. Likewise, security should matter to every organization—from solo entrepreneurs to nonprofits, churches, corporations, and government agencies. However, measuring how well a security program works has always been a challenge for professionals in every sector. While many guides explain how to build a metrics program, fewer help track performance across different security disciplines. Additionally, many tools focus on collecting data but not on guiding strategic improvement across diverse security areas. Because of this gap, Jim saw the need for solutions that work regardless of organization size, type, or location. The Converged Security Metrics book offers a yearly, evolving set of the Top 25 security metrics in the industry. These metrics span multiple functions, including physical security, cybersecurity, personnel security, fraud, law enforcement, and executive protection. With each edition, the goal is to help teams measure progress, show value, and raise their security maturity.
Book Reviews
“I sure do recommend Jim’s book “Converged Security Metrics.” The approach he took makes this a tool for any kind of industry or application. He makes a compelling case that incremental, seemingly small, improvements in protecting resources (whether people, financial, data, physical property) can have a big impact in the long run. As stewards of the resources to which God has entrusted us, we may often get overwhelmed by not being able to secure all risks, but this book leaves me motivated instead of discouraged.
One final point, it’s not a one and done read. It’s on my side table and I pick it up from time to time to read through one of the quick chapters, most recently “Fraud Management,”
Converged Safety Metrics
Safety matters to all of us. It helps protect people and allows everyone to enjoy daily life with more freedom. Because of that, safety should also matter to every organization—large or small, public or private, anywhere in the world. However, measuring the maturity and performance of a safety program has always been a complex challenge. Many resources explain how to create a safety metrics program and gather data across different safety functions. Still, few provide practical, repeatable solutions for showing impact and guiding long-term improvement. Recognizing this gap, Jim created this book meant to support every organization, no matter its type, size, or location. The Converged Safety Metrics series offers a growing, yearly list of the Top 25 metrics in the safety field. These cover a wide range of functions—from workplace safety to emergency response, facilities, health, and more. With each release, the goal remains simple: help organizations measure progress and grow toward stronger, safer environments.