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Sep 1, 2004

COSO’s “Enterprise Risk Management – Integrated Framework”

Discover the core principles of COSO's 2004 ERM Framework, a foundational guide for aligning risk management with strategy and organizational performance.

Jul 1, 2004

Outsourcing Decisions: Taking an ERM Approach

Outsourcing business processes like IT and supply chain functions offers cost savings but introduces significant risks across strategy, operations, and reputation. Discover how ERM helps manage these risks holistically for sustainable decisions.

Jun 1, 2004

Basel II: International Convergence of Capital Measurement & Capital Standards: A Revised Framework

Discover how the revised framework strengthens capital adequacy through risk alignment, regulatory oversight, and market discipline, fostering resilience and transparency in banking worldwide.

May 21, 2004

ERM: Improve Quality, Competitiveness, and Costs Through Proactive Management of Risk

Discover how BCBSNC strengthens risk management and compliance through ERM and SOX implementation, driving quality, competitiveness, and value for stakeholders.

Feb 26, 2004

ERM Lessons, Trends, and Laws

Explore how organizations implement ERM frameworks, address strategic risks, and navigate global legal influences to strengthen strategy execution and risk management practices.

Dec 1, 2003

Impact of IT Risks on ERM

Many technological risks face modern organizations of all types and have become necessary considerations for general auditors. These risks can be placed into the five categories of access control, network security, data integrity, asset management, and software acquisition and development, all of which are necessary to consider even in businesses that function outside of technological markets. Framework should provide flexibility for change as technology changes yet mitigate risk through necessary restrictions.

Nov 1, 2003

Benefits of Managed Risks

Discover strategies for effective risk management that balance risk tolerance and growth, utilizing heat maps, fostering team accountability, and engaging boards in oversight processes.

Oct 31, 2003

Developing a Corporate Program for Risk Management

Corporate risk management is evolving to address uncertainties at environmental, industry, and firm-specific levels. Learn how ERM balances risk and payoff, integrates best practices, and enhances decision-making across organizations.

May 19, 2003

Risk Gaps-Demand for ERM

Explore how communication between key business units strengthens ERM programs, with examples from Microsoft and Canada Post. Discover expert insights on integrating risk management for stronger corporate governance.

May 1, 2003

Casualty Actuarial Society’s Overview of Enterprise Risk Management

"This document is intended primarily to further the risk management education of candidates for membership in the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS). Current members of the CAS as well as other risk management professional should also find this material of interest."