The intensity of competition, an ever-changing regulatory landscape, the threat of so-called “black swan” events, and an increasing velocity to impact from unexpected events have all created an increasingly complex business environment. It has never been more important to integrate risk management with strategy setting and performance management.

Whether a company is rapidly growing, focused on establishing sustainable competitive advantage, or both, it must consider how an integrated approach and discipline to deploy strategy coupled with managing the associated risks will improve the probability of achieving strategic objectives. In this issue of The Bulletin, we will discuss why this integration is important and how it is achieved.