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Enterprise Risk Management Initiative

Board Communication

Jan 1, 2014

Six Recommendations to Improve Board Risk Oversight

The financial crisis and subsequent performance failures, including bankruptcy, has resulted in a bright spotlight on boards for a number of organizations in regards to their effectiveness - and lack thereof - in risk oversight. Scrutiny has increased from regulators and other key stakeholders calling on boards to ensure their risk oversight efforts are strengthened. A recent Deloitte thought paper offers six recommendations that boards may want to consider to strengthen the board's overall risk intelligence.

Jan 1, 2012

Special Report: Risk Lessons from the 2011 Japan Earthquake Disaster

Explore lessons from the Great East Japan Earthquake, including adaptive leadership, global supply chain vulnerabilities, and the need for timely crisis communication to build organizational resilience.

Nov 1, 2011

Risk Management in US Government Agencies (non-DoD)

Explore key findings from a CSIS workshop on U.S. government risk management practices, including similarities in risk assessment, implementation, and best practices for communicating risk, fostering culture, and driving leadership accountability.

Nov 1, 2011

2011 RIMS ERM Survey

Explore the growing acceptance of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) in companies, as revealed by the RIMS 2011 ERM Survey. Discover key findings on ERM leadership roles, adoption motivators, frameworks used, and the maturity of ERM programs across various industries. Learn how companies are progressing in their ERM implementation and areas needing improvement.

Aug 30, 2011

Risk Oversight Improving: 2011 Proxy Disclosures

Deloitte’s study of S&P 200 companies uncovers key improvements in board risk oversight and governance, with recommendations to strengthen risk management practices through better alignment with corporate strategy and regulatory transparency.

Dec 21, 2010

2010 Report on ERM

Discover the state of enterprise-wide risk oversight in organizations based on a survey of 460 senior executives. The report uncovers the immaturity of ERM processes, dissatisfaction with risk reporting, and the influence of COSO's ERM framework. Explore key findings and insights into improving risk management practices.

Jul 1, 2010

Reducing Risk Detection and Reaction Time

Discover how Ernst & Young advises businesses to shorten risk detection and reaction times through unified risk language, improved communication, and enhanced risk management practices, helping companies gain a competitive edge.

Apr 1, 2010

A Survey of Recent Proxy Statement Disclosures

Explore how S&P 500 companies responded to the SEC's 2010 disclosure requirements, focusing on board risk oversight, enterprise risk management, and the integration of risk considerations into strategic planning.

Oct 1, 2009

Risk Governance: Balancing Risk and Reward

In October 2009, the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) issued a Blue Ribbon Commission report containing guidance for board members regarding how to strengthen their risk oversight practices. The report describes the importance of risk governance and strategic risk alignment, and highlights that the board should be fully responsible for risk oversight, only delegating tasks that might need a more specialized focus. At the end of the day, the board as a whole should be in charge of ensuring that management has aligned their strategy and risk appetite for the company.

Jul 1, 2009

Shifting of Internal Audit Strategy and Focus

Internal audit is adapting to changing stakeholder expectations by enhancing risk assessments and focusing on ERM processes. Learn how internal audit is evolving to support strategic decision-making and risk oversight.