Risk Communication & Reporting Flashcards
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What is the purpose of a risk communication plan within a project?
Answer: To define who receives what risk information, when, and through which channel
A risk communication plan specifies the audience, frequency, format, and channel for each type of risk information to ensure consistent and appropriate reporting.
Which stakeholder typically receives the most detailed risk information on a project?
Answer: The project sponsor
The project sponsor holds ultimate accountability and typically requires the most detailed risk information to make informed decisions and provide support.
A risk owner's primary communication responsibility is to:
Answer: Provide regular status updates on assigned risks and response effectiveness
Risk owners must keep the project team and manager informed about the current status, triggers, and effectiveness of responses for their assigned risks.
What is a risk threshold in the context of risk communication?
Answer: The level of risk exposure above which stakeholders require notification or action
A risk threshold defines the boundary of acceptable risk exposure; anything beyond it triggers escalation, stakeholder communication, or executive action.
Which tool is commonly used to visually communicate risk probability and impact to stakeholders?
Answer: Probability and impact matrix (risk heat map)
A probability and impact matrix displays risks visually by severity, allowing stakeholders to quickly identify which risks require the most attention.
During project execution, a new high-priority risk is identified. What is the first communication action the project manager should take?
Answer: Update the risk register and notify relevant stakeholders immediately
High-priority risks require immediate documentation and stakeholder notification so that timely decisions and responses can be made.
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