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Poole College of Management
Enterprise Risk Management Initiative

Operational Risk

Jan 10, 2013

Q & A: Controlling Spreadsheet Risk

Protiviti discusses the risks posed by spreadsheets and provides actionable guidance on managing those risks. Learn how effective spreadsheet risk management contributes to an organization’s overall enterprise risk management strategy.

Jan 1, 2013

Systematic Approach to Coordinating Risk Management Roles and Duties

The IIA’s “three lines of defense” model defines risk management roles across operational management, compliance, and internal audit functions, ensuring effective controls and support for senior leadership’s strategic goals.

Dec 1, 2012

SunGard Survey: How Are Companies Managing Financial Risk?

SunGard’s 2012 survey reveals diverse financial risk management practices among organizations. While most have frameworks in place, only a small percentage feel effective in identifying risks. Market volatility is a key concern.

Oct 2, 2012

Engaging Business Unit Leaders in Discussing Enterprise Risks

Discover Alpha Natural Resources’ ERM approach, with Paul Zavolta highlighting their integrated top-down and bottom-up strategy and workshops to address risks across all business levels.

Oct 1, 2012

Managing Risks of Innovation

Learn how to mitigate risks in global innovation projects with these 10 rules. Explore insights from top firms like Intel and Samsung to boost innovation success.

Oct 1, 2012

Four Steps to Better Statistical Performance Measures

Explore how cognitive biases affect performance metric selection, and learn a practical methodology for connecting non-financial and financial metrics to better assess risk and drive strategic objectives.

Oct 1, 2012

Confronting Risk Culture at the Board Level

Learn how risk culture influences ERM success. Discover IRM's frameworks and tools for boards to assess, understand, and shape their organizations' risk culture strategically.

Sep 15, 2012

Managing Supply Chain Risks for Conflict Minerals

Discover how Section 1502 of the Dodd-Frank Act addresses the use of conflict minerals. Explore governance strategies, supply chain transparency, and compliance models for mitigating these emerging risks.

Aug 3, 2012

The Importance of Board Support for Enterprise Risk Management: Part 3

Discover Duke University’s approach to linking internal audits with risk oversight, fostering collaboration between audit committees and leadership to enhance risk-informed decision-making processes.

Jul 27, 2012

Mature Risk Management Drives Financial Performance

EY’s study highlights how organizations transform risks into results through strategic governance, embedding risk practices, and optimizing processes. Explore the RISK Agenda for competitive advantage.