How should you configure the system to allow only senior management to see a new expense item value?

The decision to edit the existing expense item security segment to include the new value is a strategic approach in controlling access while maintaining simplicity in the configuration. By modifying the current security segment instead of creating a new one, it ensures that the expense item remains organized under the established security framework, which can help streamline permission management and reduce administrative overhead.

This method allows the organization to adjust permissions specifically for the new value without unnecessary duplication or fragmentation of security settings. It ensures that only the desired group—senior management—has visibility to the newly added expense item while retaining comprehensive control over existing access rules for other values.

Implementing a new security segment or a role-based security group could lead to unnecessary complexity in the security architecture if the existing framework is sufficient. Additionally, removing access for all other segments may not be practical or effective, as it could inadvertently restrict visibility to necessary users who might need access to other expense items. Thus, editing the existing segment strikes a balance between security and usability.