The Big Three of Residual Risk
At most organizations, residual risk typically lurks in one or more of three areas. By bringing risk in these areas under control, you can go a long way toward making your organization […]
You Have to Kick the Tires: Protecting Yourself Against Supply-Chain Catastrophes
One of the biggest areas of unmitigated risk we see across all industries is supply-chain risk. Most organizations are not adequately protected against the loss of critical third-party suppliers In today’s post, […]
The Top 7 Risk Mitigation Controls, in Order
Everyone in business continuity knows about risk mitigation controls, but do you know which ones are most important, according to the experts? That’s the topic of today’s blog. TRIAL BY FIRE Before […]
Risky Business: 9 Ways That Not Measuring Residual Risk Can Harm Your Organization
Do you wear your seatbelt when driving or riding in a car? If you are like over 85 percent of the people in the United States, then you do, according to the […]
You’re Doing It Wrong: Residual Risk
[This is the second post in our occasional series “You’re Doing It Wrong.” The first post was on BCM Metrics.] I realize that the title of this post is probably incorrect. It’s […]
You’re Doing It Wrong: BCM Metrics
There are few things more important than the willingness to work hard when it comes to building a top-flight business continuity program. However, I am sorry to report that hard work is […]
How Becoming Risk Literate Can Turn a Horror Movie into a Hero Movie
When your organization isn’t risk literate, the result can often resemble a horror movie; when it is, you can save the day. In some ways, being a business continuity management consultant is […]
Risk Mitigation: 8 Controls That Can Reduce Risk
These mitigating controls hold the key to reducing unacceptable levels of residual risk. Learn what they are and how to evaluate them here.
What Is Residual Risk (and How Do You Calculate It)?
Ensure the success of your business recovery plan with this residual risk calculation.
