The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) framework provides a structured approach to improving cybersecurity for many organizations. NIST is divided into three parts the framework core, framework implementation tiers, and a framework profile; Since organizations can be large or small, and have different beliefs and structures NIST can mold into what is necessary for each one. Organizations can gain several benefits from using the NIST framework for cybersecurity including risk management, cost efficiency, customer trust, and crisis preparedness. One benefit I think is most important is that the framework provides a plan for the organization it is associated with. Organizations can use the NIST framework for strategic planning, setting goals for cybersecurity improvement and continuously refining their security measures. Organizations need to have a plan because if an error occurs it could be detrimental to the stability and financials of the company. Seeing as though my family owns a restaurant and in the future I will become a nurse I could use the framework to advance my workplaces. Since both areas involve the knowledge of private information retrieved from patients/customers, credit card information, medical diagnosis, etc, I would use the framework to identify and prioritize cybersecurity risks based on the organization’s assets, vulnerabilities, and potential threats to maintain the trust of customers. In addition, conduct a thorough assessment of the organization’s current cybersecurity posture using the NIST framework’s functions to understand what needs to be improved. Finally, I would develop and document response and recovery plans to effectively handle and mitigate the impact of cybersecurity incidents.