The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the fact that there is no better time to communicate than during a time of crisis, and the uncertainty it’s created reminds us that risk will always be part of life This outbreak is undeniably affecting our lives and businesses alike. However, what strikes me is that, whether for better...Continue Reading

The risk landscape is ever changing and there will never be a dull moment for risk practitioners Many organisations are striving to uplift the communities in which they operate through corporate social responsibility programmes. South Africa recently experienced unrest in various parts of the country. The rationale on the ground is that most of this...Continue Reading

One of the most frequently asked questions is: how often should risks and opportunities be reviewed and monitored? The answer helps us establish whether an organisation’s risk-management process is effective The answer also has a significant influence on an organisation’s choice of risk/opportunity rating methodology at a given time. Above all, it puts a spotlight...Continue Reading

From natural environmental disasters to the impact on the environment by human activity, there are countless factors to consider when it comes to the management of environmental risks During January 2019, the World Economic Forum published the 14th edition of the Global Risks Report 2019. The report highlighted that extreme weather conditions continue to be...Continue Reading

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published its new quality management standard, ISO 9004:2018, which aims to help companies achieve sustained success. According to ISO, before any standard is developed, guidance is needed to “confirm that a new international standard in the subject area is really needed”. This applies to the ISO 9004:2018 Quality...Continue Reading