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Enterprise Risk Management Initiative

Risk Appetite

Aug 1, 2009

A New Landscape for Risk Management and Oversight

Ernst & Young's research highlights the shift towards a holistic view of risk management, emphasizing dynamic risk assessments and the critical role of boards and audit committees in risk oversight. Explore essential questions for evaluating risk management processes and aligning them with company strategy.

Dec 1, 2008

Understanding and Articulating Risk Appetite

Risk appetite, when properly understood and articulated, can be a powerful tool for managing risk and enhancing overall business performance by better aligning decision-making and risk. Many organizations have a need for increased clarity regarding their risk appetite and this article provides insights on formulating and defining risk appetites.

Sep 1, 2008

Managing Risks for Comparative Advantage: Five Steps to Better Risk Management

This articles highlights a five-step process to help companies make changes to better their approach to risk management in response to the developments occurring in the corporate approach to risk management: 1. Identify and understand your major risks; 2. Decide which risks are natural; 3. Determine your capacity and appetite for risk; 4. Embed risk in all decisions and processes; and 5. Align governance and organization around risk.

Nov 1, 2006

A Changing Risk Landscape – A Study of Corporate ERM in the U.S.

The 2006 survey by Towers Perrin and Monitor Group of 75 senior finance executives from large publicly traded US companies highlights a rising focus on risk management. Key findings include the identification of major risk categories such as operational, strategic, financial, and compliance risks, with a notable trend towards the adoption of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) for better communication and risk-return management.