Eric SimmsSenior Program ManagerBaltimore, Maryland, United States
I don't think there's a single best way to identify risks across every project since each one is different from every other, but there is probably a best way to identify risks for each particular project.
That said, I often use detailed workflows depicted in swimlanes to identify project risks. I step through the workflow in a literal fashion and ask myself "What will the result be if this happens as stated?", or "What happens if I get result B instead of the expected result A?" In this way I can often identify risks that others don't consider. Also, I share the workflows with others; this makes it easier for people to consider project risk in a collaborative manner.
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2 replies by Eduin Fernando Valdes Alvarado and JOSE ALOYSIO DE SOUZA JUNIOR
Mar 06, 2017 6:48 AM
Eduin Fernando Valdes Alvarado
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Great thanks Eric
Mar 08, 2017 6:47 AM
JOSE ALOYSIO DE SOUZA JUNIOR
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Nice approach Eric, and i think you could also take a look at the external risk factor, like market conditons and law regulations. That said, the approach is pretty dependent on the business segment tyou are in and the external factors may prevail. Cheers,
The best way is to create a risk register and share it with key stakeholders to fill down related risks, then refining/amending this risk register through having brain storm sessions between all key stakeholders.
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2 replies by Eduin Fernando Valdes Alvarado
Mar 06, 2017 6:49 AM
Eduin Fernando Valdes Alvarado
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Great thanks George
Mar 06, 2017 6:50 AM
Eduin Fernando Valdes Alvarado
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Nian great thanks
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George LewisProgram/Project Manager| DXC Technology CompanyHeredia, Costa Rica
The best way is to rely on your project team to determine the work risks. They are the ones doing the real job and would know what could potentially go wrong.
Additionally you're responsible for detecting, recording and leading the finding of administrative and other project related risks. Saving Changes...
George LewisProgram/Project Manager| DXC Technology CompanyHeredia, Costa Rica
Great responses and don't forget to actively identify, manage and mitigate risks all throughout the project. Nian; has a great idea to use risk register.
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2 replies by Eduin Fernando Valdes Alvarado and Nian Rasheed
Great responses and don't forget to actively identify, manage and mitigate risks all throughout the project. Nian; has a great idea to use risk register.
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Drew CraigSr. Agile & Product Coach| VanguardPhiladelphia, Pa, United States
Its a continuous exercise. Discussions and reviews with the stakeholders will assist in identifying potential risks and impacts. It is their business, I value their input. I can add relatable input from an IT perspective based on decisions and chosen paths.
I don't think there's a single best way to identify risks across every project since each one is different from every other, but there is probably a best way to identify risks for each particular project.
That said, I often use detailed workflows depicted in swimlanes to identify project risks. I step through the workflow in a literal fashion and ask myself "What will the result be if this happens as stated?", or "What happens if I get result B instead of the expected result A?" In this way I can often identify risks that others don't consider. Also, I share the workflows with others; this makes it easier for people to consider project risk in a collaborative manner.
The best way is to create a risk register and share it with key stakeholders to fill down related risks, then refining/amending this risk register through having brain storm sessions between all key stakeholders.
The best way is to create a risk register and share it with key stakeholders to fill down related risks, then refining/amending this risk register through having brain storm sessions between all key stakeholders.
