GAFM Articles

The Dimensions of Risk Management - Economic Downturn – Boom or Bust Part II (December 2006) | Risk Management
by Michael Vincent

Correct risk management involves being proactive and looking to the future, any growth should be from a firm base to opportunity, then consolidation and the cycle can then recommence. During a downturn we must prepare for the good times and ensure we are amongst the survivors. Some points to look at are:-.... ...[ Read More ]

Integrating a risk management & assurance process into environmental management (December 2006) | Risk Management
by Michael Vincent

These days the environmental agenda has matured and now extends beyond environmental compliance into business opportunity, which has demanded more sophisticated process linkages being implemented by companies. ...[ Read More ]

Outsourcing – The risk of giving the business away (December 2006) | Risk Management
by Michael Vincent

Is outsourcing the risk management function a risk or a benefit to the organisation? Risk management is about the identification, mitigation and financing of identified risks within an organisation. Outsourcing is about obtaining materials, components and services from suppliers outside the organisation. ...[ Read More ]

The Dimensions of Risk Management - Risk : January (December 2006) | Risk Management
by Michael Vincent

Last month in this column we discussed the career opportunities available in the area of risk management. An attempt to define Risk management was undertaken and educational opportunities were identified. The article sought to overview risk management as a generic issue and to create an awareness of the scope of the discipline. ...[ Read More ]

The Dimensions of Risk Management - Risk : February (December 2006) | Risk Management
by Michael Vincent

Risk management means many things to many people, last month we looked at fire ducting and how the adherence to correct standards can not only help reduce the risk of fire but also reduce building costs. This month we look at an occupational health and safety issue, namely RSI. ...[ Read More ]