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Quantitative analysis to measure risk in your organization

Maribeth Tessier
Measuring Risk: How to use quantitative analysis to measure risk in your organization
Participants at this webinar will learn how to define a risk assessment process, scope and methodology to suit their organization. Subject risk assessment areas to be discussed are facility, general BCP topic, IT and supplier risk assessment.
The webinar will also show a method for applying a score rating measure of risk that enables you to measure the current state of risk. Using a quantifiable risk analysis process enables you to the show the success of your BCP program as it matures and decreases organizational risk over time.
Sep 2 2009
67 mins
Quantitative analysis to measure risk in your organization
Business Continuity Plan Organizational Risk Success
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