Summary

Policy is not something to be left to a nontechnical administrative worker. Everyone who is involved in perimeter design and operations is involved in policy. The perimeter can be viewed as an engine or series of engines that actively enforces your organization's policy relating to access and control of traffic. For the perimeter to do a good job of enforcing the rules of the road, you need a comprehensive policy. Be sensitive to situations in which your stated policy cannot be enforced. Strive for a policy that is clear, specific, and concise so that any reasonable, technically educated person can look at the policy and perimeter rules and understand the relation between the two. Never forget your responsibilities in terms of maintaining the privacy and dignity of others. You are the keeper of the gate for your organization; don't let an organization down by misusing the information and authority that is available to you.