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Risk Management as a Career: A Guide for BCM Professionals

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It’s not about eliminating risk completely but managing it in a rational, informed way. Because the organization and environment inevitably change over time, managing risk is a task that’s never done. It’s a permanent ongoing activity. The operational areas that risk management is concerned are broad and varied.

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The Ultimate Guide to Residual Risk  

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Residual Risk There are two main kinds of risk when it comes to organizational activities and business continuity: inherent risk and residual risk. Inherent risk is the danger intrinsic to any business activity or operation. A related but higher level concept is that of risk mitigation strategies.

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The Difference Between Strategic and Operational Risk

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Risk monitoring and risk data reporting. Since operational risks are constant, varied, and increasingly complex, ORM is an ongoing activity. It is guided by four fundamental principles: Accept no unnecessary risk. Accept risk when benefits outweigh costs. What Is Strategic Risk?

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Important KPIs for Successful Vendor Management

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Before outsourcing your business processes or striking some other deal with vendors, you do need to assess the risks they pose. The six risks listed below are a good place to start. Begin by determining your organization’s tolerance for cybersecurity risk. Cybersecurity. Business Continuity.