riskikartan

Riskikartan is a risk map used in risk management to visualize and communicate risks across a project, process, organization, or system. It combines identified risks with estimates of likelihood and impact to support prioritization and decision making. The map is typically presented as a grid where the horizontal axis represents probability or frequency and the vertical axis represents consequence or severity; each risk is plotted as a point, often with color coding to indicate risk level and annotations for the risk owner or controls.

Common elements include a linked risk register, listing each risk, its causes, existing controls, residual risk, responsible party, and planned mitigations. The map helps track changes over time as controls are implemented or new threats appear, and it supports communication with stakeholders by providing a clear visual summary.

Riskikartan can be qualitative, using descriptive scales, or semi-quantitative and quantitative, employing numeric estimates. It is typically updated during periodic reviews or after significant events and is used in various sectors such as project management, construction, IT security, healthcare, and public administration to allocate resources and focus on high-priority risks.

Limitations include dependence on input quality and scoring subjectivity, the potential oversimplification of complex interdependencies, and the need for ongoing maintenance and validation. When used thoughtfully, riskikartan serves as a practical tool for risk awareness, prioritization, and monitoring as part of a broader risk management or governance framework.