Risk Management: Risk Identification Techniques
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Which technique is NOT typically used for risk identification?

  • Brainstorming
  • Checklist
  • SWOT analysis
  • Financial forecasting (correct)

What is the first step in the risk management process?

  • Identifying risks (correct)
  • Analyzing risks
  • Monitoring risks
  • Responding to risks

What aspect is crucial for defining a risk management plan?

  • Cost analysis
  • Project duration
  • Historical data
  • Stakeholder preferences (correct)

What does a risk management plan aim to help organizations do?

<p>Understand and plan for potential risks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which attitude toward risk suggests a proactive approach?

<p>Embrace (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the risk management process, what should be included in the risk management methodology?

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What is the role of monitoring in the risk management process?

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Which approach refers to integrating the risk management plan with the project management plan?

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What is the first step in the Delphi Technique process?

<p>Select a panel of experts (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents a category in the Risk Breakdown Structure (RBS)?

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Which diagram is specifically used to assess the causes and effects of risks?

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What type of risk does 'scope creep' fall under in the RBS?

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What is the primary purpose of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)?

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In the Delphi Technique, what is the purpose of summarizing responses after the first round?

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Which structure is used to detail specific risks related to system integration?

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Which of the following is NOT a step in the Delphi Technique process?

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What is the primary purpose of risk identification?

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Which of the following is not considered a category of risk?

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Which tool is primarily used for brainstorming potential risks?

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What is a key feature of the Delphi Technique?

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What is the goal of risk prioritization in risk identification?

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What type of risk is associated with laws and regulations?

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Which of the following is a technique for analyzing root causes of risks?

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What is a benefit of effective risk management?

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What is the first step in the FMEA process?

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Which of the following is NOT a criterion used to evaluate risk in FMEA?

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In the context of risk management, what does RPN stand for?

<p>Risk Priority Number (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identifying risks involves considering which of the following aspects?

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What limitation refers to the reliance on historical data for risk identification?

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What is the purpose of developing and implementing actions in the FMEA process?

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Which step comes after identifying the causes of failure in the FMEA process?

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What is a risk statement used for in risk management?

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Flashcards

Risk Identification

The process of figuring out what could go wrong and stop a project from reaching its goals.

Risk Management Methodology

A set of steps and methods used to handle risks.

Risk Management Plan

A document that outlines how a project will manage its risks.

Stakeholder Risk Tolerance

How much risk a person or group is willing to take.

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Attitudes toward risk

Different ways people view risks, from avoiding them completely to embracing them.

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SWOT Analysis

A structured approach to examining the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats facing a project.

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Brainstorming

A technique for identifying risks by asking a group of people to brainstorm ideas.

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Checklist

A list of common risks that might occur in a particular project or industry.

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What is Risk Identification?

The process of identifying potential threats and opportunities that could affect a project, organization, or any endeavor.

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What is the purpose of Risk Identification?

A systematic examination of potential threats and opportunities that could impact a project, organization, or any endeavor.

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Project Risks

These are risks associated with a particular project, such as delays, budget overruns, or technical challenges.

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Operational Risks

These refer to risks related to the day-to-day operations of a business.

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Financial Risks

These are risks associated with a project's financial aspects.

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Compliance Risks

These are risks related to legal and regulatory compliance.

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What is the Delphi Technique?

Risks that involve a structured approach for gathering expert opinions, building consensus, and making informed decisions.

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What is Brainstorming?

A technique used to identify risks by asking a group of people to brainstorm ideas.

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Risk Breakdown Structure (RBS)

A structured approach to breakdown risks into smaller, easier-to-manage categories.

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Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

A systematic way to analyze potential failures in a system, product, or process, and their causes and effects.

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Delphi Technique

A collaborative process to gather expert opinions on a specific topic, refining predictions through multiple rounds of feedback.

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Cause and Effect Diagram (Fishbone/Ishikawa Diagram)

A visual tool that helps identify the potential causes of a problem or risk.

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Risk Mitigation

Actions taken to reduce the likelihood or impact of identified risks.

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Risk Monitoring and Control

The process of monitoring and controlling risks throughout the project lifecycle.

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What is FMEA?

A structured approach to analyzing potential failures in a process or system, identifying their causes and effects, and evaluating their risks to prioritize and mitigate them.

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How does FMEA work?

It involves systematically breaking down a process or system into its components and identifying potential failure modes, their effects on the system, and their potential causes.

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What is the goal of FMEA?

It aims to identify potential failures before they occur, allowing for the implementation of preventive measures to reduce risks and ensure product or process reliability.

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What is the RPN in FMEA?

The RPN, or Risk Priority Number, is a numerical value that represents the overall risk associated with a failure mode. It is calculated by multiplying the severity, occurrence, and detection factors.

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What are the steps involved in performing FMEA?

This involves identifying the process or system under scrutiny, listing its potential failure modes, determining the effects of each failure, pinpointing the causes, and evaluating the risk associated with each failure mode.

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What are the factors used to assess risk in FMEA?

The three factors used to evaluate risk in FMEA are Severity, Occurrence, and Detection. Severity refers to the impact of a failure, Occurrence signifies how often it happens, and Detection measures how easily it can be identified.

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How are risks prioritized in FMEA?

The goal is to prioritize the risks based on their RPNs, focusing on those with the highest scores. This allows for effective resource allocation and implementation of appropriate mitigation strategies.

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What are the final steps in FMEA?

This involves developing and implementing actions aimed at mitigating the identified risks, such as redesigning components, improving training, or implementing quality control measures.

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Study Notes

Risk Management Process

  • Risk management is a cyclical process involving planning, identifying, analyzing, responding, and monitoring risks.

    PLAN

  • A risk plan should be established early in a project, in conjunction with the project team.

  • The risk plan can be part of the project plan or a separate document.

  • Stakeholder tolerance toward risk (high or low) is a key factor.

Risk Identification

  • Risk identification is the process of documenting any risk that could prevent an organization or program from achieving its objectives.
  • It's the first step in risk management, allowing companies to understand and plan for potential risks.

THE GOALS OF RISK IDENTIFICATION

• Recognize potential risks

• Risk prioritization

• Improvement of preparedness

• Risk awareness

• Resource allocation

• Support decision-making

RISK IDENTIFICATION TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES

  • Documentation Reviews
  • Brainstorming
  • Delphi Technique
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Risk Breakdown Structure (RBS)
  • Assumption Analysis
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Cause and Effect Diagram (Ishikawa)

FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis

Brainstorming

  • Group technique All ideas are valuable

Delphi Technique

  • Experts respond in writing
  • Responses compiled to reach consensus

Risk Breakdown Structure (RBS)

  • Hierarchal structure
  • risks by category
  • Delphi Technique
  • It is a structured, systematic method for collecting expert opinions to achieve informed decisions.
  • Features anonymity, iteration, and controlled feedback, focusing on diverse perspectives.
  • Steps include selecting experts, defining the problem, distributing questionnaires, summarizing feedback, conducting subsequent rounds, and final analysis.
  • The goal is to gather and consolidate expert insights for project success.
  • Often used in forecasting, problem-solving, and decision-making processes where diverse perspectives and expert judgment are critical.

Risk Breakdown Structure (RBS)

  • A hierarchical structure for categorizing and organizing project risks.
  • Can be used to visually analyze and prioritize project risks.
  • It starts with broad categories, then breaks them down into more specific subcategories and risks.

Cause and Effect Diagram

  • FIshbone/Ishikawa diagram
  • Helps to visually identify possible causes of a problem, enabling a systematic approach to root cause analysis.
  • This diagram visually represents the relationship between causes and effects to identify potential problems in a process.

Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

  • A systematic method for identifying potential failures within products, systems, or processes.
  • The goal is to prioritize risks early to reduce chances of negative impact.
  • Typically involves evaluating the severity, occurrence, and detectability of each risk.
  • The result is a risk priority number (RPN) to help prioritize risks for mitigation.

Comparison of FMEA, RBS, RCA, and Causes-and-Effect Diagram Methodologies

  • FMEA: proactive, identify, and prevent potential failures
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Reactive, investigate, and solve specific problems
  • Cause-and-Effect Diagram: visualizes possible causes and potential problems
  • RBS: organizes and categorizes project risks.

Limitations of Risk Identification

  • Limited knowledge and experience
  • Data dependence and potential inaccuracies
  • Focusing on past events, potentially missing new threats.

Characteristics of Situations involving Risk

  • Probability and impact of a risk
  • Variability in possible scenarios
  • Potential for loss due to the risk
  • Ambiguity and uncertainty
  • Exposure to risk
  • Decision-making in uncertain conditions
  • Dynamic nature of environments
  • Interdependence between issues

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This quiz covers essential techniques for identifying risks in risk management, including brainstorming, checklists, and SWOT analysis. Participants will learn to effectively assess and prepare for potential risks to make informed decisions and improve project outcomes.

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