The Standard for Risk Management in Portfolios, Programs, and Projects

APPENDIX X6TECHNIQUES FOR THE RISK MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK

Many techniques are in widespread use to support risk management processes. This appendix provides examples and highlights some of the most common and effective techniques that support the risk management life cycle. This information is not intended to explain the techniques in detail but to list their most important characteristics. Those who are interested in learning more are encouraged to seek additional sources of information.

There are three major types of techniques: templates and lists, process techniques, and quantitative techniques. Templates and lists are designed to reflect industry and internal benchmarks and best practices as well as lessons learned. Process techniques make ...