https://getriskmanager.com Helping Protect Your Organisation Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:25:54 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://getriskmanager.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/cropped-Favicon-32x32.png https://getriskmanager.com 32 32 https://getriskmanager.com/what-is-risk-management/ https://getriskmanager.com/what-is-risk-management/#respond Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:25:54 +0000 https://getriskmanager.com/?p=536 What Is Risk Management? Risk management is the systematic process of identifying, analyzing, evaluating, and mitigating potential threats and opportunities that could impact an organization’s objectives. Its primary purpose is to proactively minimize negative impacts while maximizing strategic advantages. Effective risk management involves identifying, assessing, and managing potential risks, both negative (a threat) and positive...]]> https://getriskmanager.com/what-is-risk-management/feed/ 0 https://getriskmanager.com/boardroom-lessons-risk-management/ https://getriskmanager.com/boardroom-lessons-risk-management/#respond Sun, 06 Sep 2026 02:18:43 +0000 https://getriskmanager.com/?p=125677 When you think of risk management, does the image of Tarzan swinging through the trees come to mind? Probably not. But it should. Tarzan, the legendary character created by Edgar Rice Burroughs, has much to teach us about navigating risky situations — be it in the heart of the jungle or the corporate boardroom. So,...]]> https://getriskmanager.com/boardroom-lessons-risk-management/feed/ 0 https://getriskmanager.com/risk-appetite-frameworks/ https://getriskmanager.com/risk-appetite-frameworks/#respond Sat, 05 Sep 2026 02:13:55 +0000 https://getriskmanager.com/?p=130475 The Definition of Risk Appetite One of the cornerstones of corporate risk management is the concept of (management’s) risk appetite: the amount of risk, on a scale from negligible to catastrophic, associated with a given set of objectives within the context of an organisation’s risk tolerance and acceptable levels of risk; sometimes referred to as...]]> https://getriskmanager.com/risk-appetite-frameworks/feed/ 0 https://getriskmanager.com/risk-innovation/ https://getriskmanager.com/risk-innovation/#respond Fri, 04 Sep 2026 02:10:02 +0000 https://getriskmanager.com/?p=125681 Key Takeaways Innovation is often seen as a cornerstone of progress and advancement, driving societal growth and economic prosperity. Whether it be the birth of the internet, the advent of smartphones, or the formulation of groundbreaking medical treatments, these transformative developments all share a common thread: they were born from a willingness to take risks....]]> https://getriskmanager.com/risk-innovation/feed/ 0 https://getriskmanager.com/risk-analysis-process/ https://getriskmanager.com/risk-analysis-process/#respond Thu, 03 Sep 2026 02:00:33 +0000 https://getriskmanager.com/?p=130829 What is Risk Analysis? Risk analysis is the systematic process of identifying, assessing, and evaluating potential risks that could negatively impact a project or business objective. It’s “what could change and how to handle it”. Risk management is mapping solutions to potential changes; the general practice of dealing with uncertainty when making decisions. Whether you’re...]]> https://getriskmanager.com/risk-analysis-process/feed/ 0 https://getriskmanager.com/compliance-risk-management/ https://getriskmanager.com/compliance-risk-management/#respond Wed, 02 Sep 2026 01:49:44 +0000 https://getriskmanager.com/?p=113025 What is Compliance Risk Management? Compliance Risk Management is the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal, regulatory, and policy risks within an organisation. Its primary goal is to prevent non-compliance penalties, financial losses, and reputational damage. Compliance risk management is a critical aspect of modern-day businesses. It encompasses a wide range of regulations and...]]> https://getriskmanager.com/compliance-risk-management/feed/ 0 https://getriskmanager.com/cultural-risk-perception-attitudes/ https://getriskmanager.com/cultural-risk-perception-attitudes/#respond Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:47:47 +0000 https://getriskmanager.com/?p=125662 What is Cultural Risk Perception? Cultural risk perception refers to how a society’s shared values, beliefs, and social norms (such as individualism versus collectivism) shape how its members evaluate, tolerate, and communicate risk. The world of cultural perspectives allows us to understand human society’s innate diversity and complexity. One of the fascinating aspects of this...]]> https://getriskmanager.com/cultural-risk-perception-attitudes/feed/ 0 https://getriskmanager.com/enterprise-risk-management-erm-framework/ https://getriskmanager.com/enterprise-risk-management-erm-framework/#respond Mon, 31 Aug 2026 01:43:20 +0000 https://getriskmanager.com/?p=112971 An Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework is critical to modern businesses. It helps organisations identify, assess, and respond to risks impacting their operations, reputation, and long-term success. A practical ERM framework provides a structured approach to risk management, making it easier for organisations to monitor, control and mitigate risks, and improve overall performance. Key Takeaways...]]> https://getriskmanager.com/enterprise-risk-management-erm-framework/feed/ 0 https://getriskmanager.com/what-is-a-risk-matrix/ https://getriskmanager.com/what-is-a-risk-matrix/#respond Sun, 30 Aug 2026 01:24:18 +0000 https://getriskmanager.com/?p=13682 What Is a Risk Matrix? A risk matrix is used in risk management to visually define the level of risk by considering the likelihood of impact against the severity of the risk category. This simple visual tool increases the visibility of risk levels and supports decision-making. Key Takeaways Risk Level = Likelihood x Impact Risks...]]> https://getriskmanager.com/what-is-a-risk-matrix/feed/ 0 https://getriskmanager.com/what-is-political-risk/ https://getriskmanager.com/what-is-political-risk/#respond Sat, 29 Aug 2026 01:15:00 +0000 https://getriskmanager.com/?p=114093 What Is Political Risk? Political risk is the potential for financial or operational losses arising from political decisions, events, or regulatory changes in a specific country or region. It encompasses government policy shifts, political instability, social unrest, sanctions, war, and expropriation. Political risk is a primary concern for any business operating across borders or in...]]> https://getriskmanager.com/what-is-political-risk/feed/ 0