Enterprise risk & controls · Core

Risk acceptance

Also called: accept risk

ELI5

Deliberately retaining a risk within authority and appetite.

Used in conversation

“Can we separate the likelihood of risk acceptance from its potential impact?”

Pitch context

You will see “Risk acceptance” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches enterprise risk & controls.

Why it matters: In enterprise risk & controls, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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