Applying decision analysis process to exterior physical security system technology design and selection

Developing and evaluating exterior physical security system alternatives can be a daunting task. Once alternatives are identified, they must be evaluated not to only the set of threats they provide against, but also to other factors such as cost, performance, schedule and environmental impact. This article describes a systematic approach of applying decision analysis tools and techniques to develop, and quantitatively evaluate a set of design alternatives and its associated security technologies. The intent is to provide an annotated checklist to guide security system designers when dealing with uncertainties in exterior physical security system design.