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KRI

KRI — Key Risk Indicator

A measurable value used to monitor exposure to risk and provide early warning of changing risk conditions.

Definition

A Key Risk Indicator (KRI) is a measurable metric used to monitor exposure to risk and identify conditions that may increase the likelihood or impact of adverse events. KRIs provide early warning of changing risk profiles, enabling proactive risk management and timely corrective action.

Why It Matters

Key Risk Indicators provide early warning of emerging risks to support proactive risk management.

In Practice

KRIs are commonly used alongside KPIs to provide a balanced view of organizational performance by monitoring both operational outcomes and the risks that may affect them.

Common Misuse

Key Risk Indicators monitor changing risk exposure, whereas Key Performance Indicators measure achievement of defined business objectives.

Term Details
Synonyms:
KRI; Key Risk Indicator; Risk Metric
Classification:
Risk Management
Concept
Intermediate
Applications

Risk Management; Business Management; Asset Management.

Where It's Used

Business operations.; Asset-intensive industries.; Manufacturing.; Infrastructure.; Utilities.

References

ISO 31000

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