risk management

The political, economic, sociological, technological, legal and environmental (PESTLE) context in which we live and do business is fast-moving. This creates an ever-changing risk environment for organisations, with a fluid set of… More

This is the first time the IRM has published a guidance report focused solely on climate change for risk managers. This marks an important formal recognition of the importance of Environmental, Social… More

Having warned of the risk of a global “lethal flu” back in 2006, this year’s Global risks report 2021 focuses on the further risks and consequences of today’s pandemic. In particular, the… More

There is widespread disagreement over cryptocurrency risk. Those working in the cryptocurrency industry are much more upbeat about the opportunities such innovations as Bitcoin represent than governments and financial institutions, says a recent… More

IRM has launched its first India Regional Group following a series of activities pursued by its India Affiliate. IRM in India is focused on empowering students, professionals and all types of organisations… More

Fraud has been rising during the pandemic because organisations are distracted and not focusing on controls during a period where many staff are working remotely, according to a study. Seven percent of… More

Crisis management is holding up well during the pandemic for 82 per cent of organisations, according to a survey by IRM. One in four said they were 'very satisfied' that their plans… More

During the coronavirus lockdown, mental health risk has been growing among employees, prompting the NHS to issue fresh advice. But are businesses and managers able to provide support to their staff given… More

The current Covid-19 pandemic is having devastating affects world-wide to health and the economy with numbers of confirmed cases escalating on a daily basis and governments intervening with closures of non-essential services… More