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Enterprise Risk Management Initiative

Strategic Risk

Feb 1, 2010

Report on the Current State of Enterprise Risk Oversight: 2nd Edition

Explore how the focus on board oversight of risk management continues to evolve, with new regulatory requirements and insights from 2010 Report on Enterprise Risk Oversight. Discover key trends in ERM adoption and risk committee responsibilities.

Jan 1, 2010

Where are the Directors?!?

David Zweig explores why corporate boards often fail to challenge CEOs and protect shareholders. The article suggests board reforms, emphasizing greater accountability and improved governance behaviors to address these issues.

Jan 1, 2010

Adding Value, Not Bureaucracy: Linking Governance, Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Controls

Explore the relationship between ERM, corporate governance, and internal controls. This article discusses how ERM enhances governance by integrating strategic risk management into corporate oversight.

Dec 16, 2009

SEC Approves Enhanced Disclosure about Risk, Compensation and Corporate Governance

The SEC's 2010 rules improve transparency in risk oversight, director qualifications, and compensation policies, enhancing corporate governance and enabling investors to better assess leadership effectiveness.

Dec 15, 2009

Where Main Street Meets the C-Suite

Survey results reveal low public opinion of board and CEO credibility, with concerns over compensation and governance roles. Learn how directors and executives can restore trust and improve corporate reputation.

Dec 1, 2009

A Balance Between Bureaucracy and Personalization

Neil Baker explores how the economic downturn exposed flaws in traditional risk management systems. Highlighting Bristol-Myers Squibb and The Home Depot, Baker illustrates the effectiveness of simple, personalized approaches to risk management over complex bureaucratic systems.

Dec 1, 2009

Six Sigma and Risk Assessments

Textron Inc. leverages its DFSS methodology for a robust risk assessment process, improving audit efficiency and aligning risk management with strategic business objectives. Discover how Textron reduced costs and enhanced risk oversight.

Dec 1, 2009

The Updated Balanced Risk Scorecard in Your Workplace

Learn how integrating key risk indicators (KRIs) into the balanced scorecard (BSC) can help organizations better align risk management with strategic goals and mitigate potential performance problems.

Oct 2, 2009

Strengthening Risk Oversight: Practical Lessons from Cree, Inc.

Scott McKay of Cree, Inc. discusses effective ERM strategies, focusing on identifying entity-wide risks, using heat maps for risk assessment, and communicating risk ownership to drive strategic decision-making.

Oct 1, 2009

The Six Mistakes Executives Make in Risk Management

Discover six mistakes that hinder effective risk management, as outlined by Nassim Taleb, Daniel Goldstein, and Mark Spitznagel. Learn how to better navigate unpredictable, high-impact risks.