Riskiperusteisena

Riskiperusteisena is a Finnish expression meaning “on a risk-based basis.” In public administration, regulation and corporate governance, the term describes an approach in which actions, inspections, and interventions are prioritized according to assessed risk levels. It is used to guide decision making, resource allocation, and the intensity of regulatory measures.

The core idea is to identify potential risks, assess their likelihood and potential impact, and then direct attention and resources to the highest-risk areas. This process typically relies on data, risk models, expert judgment, and ongoing monitoring. The approach is designed to be dynamic, with regular re-evaluation as new information becomes available.

Common applications include risk-based regulatory supervision and inspections, health and safety enforcement, environmental control, tax auditing, and data protection audits. The overarching goal is to protect public interests and welfare while applying interventions proportionally to the level of risk posed.

Benefits of riskiperusteinen approaches include more efficient use of limited resources, reduced burden on low-risk subjects, and faster focus on high-risk factors. Challenges involve ensuring data quality and transparency of prioritization criteria, avoiding biases, and guarding against neglecting low-probability but high-consequence events. Successful implementation often requires clear criteria, documentation, and stakeholder communication.

In practice, riskiperusteinen decision making sits within broader risk management and governance frameworks and is aligned with principles of proportionality and evidence-based policy.