What is the purpose of a "Lessons Learned" report?

The purpose of a "Lessons Learned" report is primarily to improve future incident response efforts. After an incident has been handled, gathering insights into what worked well, what didn't, and why certain actions were taken provides invaluable feedback that can enhance the overall incident response strategy. This report helps organizations identify gaps in their current processes, technologies, and training, allowing them to refine their approach to cybersecurity incidents and better prepare for similar situations in the future.

While evaluating team performance, creating budget evaluations, and training new staff can all be valuable components of an organization's security processes, these are not the primary focus of a "Lessons Learned" report. The report is specifically designed to analyze past incidents to derive actionable insights that can lead to improved responses and operational efficiency in future incidents.