Enterprise Risk Management
297 white papers and resources
Risk Library hosts a wide range of enterprise risk management white papers and analyst reports by leading experts, providing a valuable information resource which can be used to limit your organisation’s risk exposure and help utilise any opportunities which may arise. Risk Library defines enterprise risk management (ERM) as the processes of managing risks that may deter a company from achieving its objectives. ERM is the integrated framework that helps a business identifying, assesses, organise, and plan activities to strengthen its position. It encompasses regulation, issues relating to internal control and strategic planning, amongst others.
A guide to document comparison and security for legal departments
Producing and manage contracts, legal agreements, documentation and corporate policy manuals is critical for every legal team. Failure to adequately manage these documents and control their content can lead to a variety of risks including loss of employee productivity, legal judgments and customers.
Deposits, deposit guarantee schemes and bank resolution
This white paper considers the techniques which are – or should be – available for the resolution of banks which are primarily funded through retail deposits.
Using market and credit risk analytics to strengthen performance
The global credit crisis of 2007 caused extreme volatility within the financial system and exposed weaknesses within risk management practices. This white paper reviews the various steps banks are taking to improve their risk management techniques, looking at the benefits and pitfalls of each.
How can investment banks use grid technology?
This white paper looks at how grid technology in banking has moved from a specialist tool to an invaluable resource implemented by most investment banks. It analyses how grid technology is being used and the new developments that will help you plan and define your grid strategy for the next decade.
Using accounting standards to manage risk in banks
This white paper examines new accounting standards set out by two of the main accounting standards boards. It details how the standards can help increase efficiency, detect credit deterioration earlier and ultimately improve the performance of risk management inside a bank.
How to use compliance as a competitive advantage in banking
In the coming months and years, the decisions that banks make about investments in systems covering risk, finance and compliance functions will play a central role in the reputation, resilience and profitability of their organisations. This white paper discusses the available options.
Using ESM to Control Finance, Reputation and Technology Risks
BlackRock is a fast paced asset management firm which relies heavily on Excel to control and prototype new products and processes. This case study reveals how a spreadsheet management system reduced a high level of monetary, reputational and technological risk for the firm.
Reducing Risk In The Front Office
A survey of 30 financial institutions was conducted which explores the degree of collaboration between the risk function and the front office. It investigates how optimum decision-making can be reached, the role of effective collaboration in this process and how this enhances business strategies.
Adopting risk-management processes
Research indicates that more and more businesses will adopt a holistic approach to risk management as they deal with growing economic uncertainty. Read this paper to learn how to establish a comprehensive risk management strategy that encompasses policies for overcoming each of these issues.
Financial institutions at risk
Issues under consideration in this white paper include the regulatory landscape, guidance on hidden relationships and networks, and how to identify them. It looks at why financial institutions need to address these problems, and the roles of personnel and technology in the effort to combat money…