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Enterprise Risk Management Initiative

ERM and Strategy

Oct 27, 2006

Managing Enterprise Risks at Reynolds American, Inc.

Reynolds American Inc. leveraged merger integration to embed ERM into strategic planning, creating a dynamic framework for risk management. Discover their innovative "ERM Lite" approach and risk-driven strategies.

Sep 25, 2006

ERM-Benefits for Strategic Planning

The Quarterly Journal of the EDS Agility Alliance recently published an article titled, Coming of Age: As Enterprise Risk Management Matures, So Does Its Value in Strategic Planning, to emphasize the rewards of ERM. Even though some senior managers still lack the broad perspective needed to deal with risk management issues, new tools have emerged and ERM has rapidly gained momentum. The Risk-Capital-Value Framework (RCV) is an example of a concept developed to help businesses manage risks.

Jun 6, 2006

Conference Board Releases Research Report About Boards and ERM

Learn how corporate boards can enhance ERM oversight by integrating risk management with strategy, improving risk reporting, and fostering a risk-aware culture for stronger governance.

Mar 24, 2006

Home Depot’s Approach to ERM

David Whatley, vice president for risk management at Atlanta-based Home Depot Inc., spoke on March 24th to 130 business professionals at the second of three Spring 2006 ERM Roundtables. Whatley described Home Depot’s approach to managing risks at the world’s largest home improvement retailer.

Oct 14, 2005

Enterprise Risk: Overview and a Start-Up Experience

Discover how Delta Airlines launched ERM after 9/11, with Chris Duncan detailing leadership roles, risk mapping, and practical advice for building effective risk oversight systems.

Jul 1, 2005

ERM – UnitedHealth Group

UnitedHealth Group has implemented ERM within the organization to help identify risks and alleviate negative exposures while profiting from positive opportunities. ERM implementation at UnitedHealth Group evolved out of their Business Risk Management processes used in their six diverse operating businesses.

Jun 10, 2005

Managing Global Supply Chain Risk through Disruption Management

Robert Handfield, Professor of Supply Chain Management and Director of the Supply Chain Research Consortium at the NC State College of Management, spoke at the June 10, 2005 ERM Roundtable about managing global supply chain risk.

May 20, 2005

ERM: Getting Beyond Risk Identification to Sustainability

Learn how organizations can align ERM with strategy, enhance decision-making, and build resilience through effective risk management frameworks and sustainable risk practices.

Apr 1, 2005

Expanding ERM to Embrace Strategic Risk

Discover seven types of strategic risks and countermeasures for managing industry shifts, technology disruptions, and brand erosion. Learn how systematic risk management drives growth and balances risk-reward.

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.