Risk likelihood refers to the probability or chance that a specific risk event will occur. It is typically expressed as a percentage or a qualitative measure such as low, medium, or high.
Risk impact, on the other hand, refers to the potential consequences or effects that a risk event could have on a project, organization, or individual. This can include financial losses, damage to reputation, legal implications, or other negative outcomes.
In risk management, assessing both the likelihood and impact of risks is important in determining the overall level of risk and developing appropriate strategies to mitigate or manage them.
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Risk Likelihood
Risk likelihood is the probability that a risk will occur. It is typically expressed as a qualitative assessment, such as "low," "moderate," or "high," or as a quantitative assessment, such as a percentage chance of occurrence.
Factors that can affect risk likelihood include:
- External factors: Economic conditions, regulatory changes, or natural disasters - Internal factors: Organizational culture, employee competency, or process deficiencies - Historical data: Past occurrences of similar risks
Risk Impact
Risk impact is the potential consequence of a risk occurring. It is typically expressed as a qualitative assessment, such as "minor," "moderate," or "major," or as a quantitative assessment, such as a financial loss or a loss of reputation.
Factors that can affect risk impact include:
- The severity of the consequences - The likelihood of the consequences occurring - The vulnerability of the organization to the consequences
Example
Consider a risk of a data breach. The risk likelihood might be assessed as "moderate" based on the organization's past history of security incidents. The risk impact might be assessed as "major" if the data breach could result in the loss of sensitive customer information.