Once a Risk Assessment is complete and a Risk Respondent has been assigned, a follow-up Risk Response Task is automatically generated. This task allows the assigned user to provide a formal response plan for managing the risk.
Where to Access the Task
Go to the Task Centre from the left-hand navigation bar.
Look for a task titled “Response strategy for [Risk Name]”.
Click the task to open the response page.
Completing the Risk Response
1. Review the Assessment Results
The top of the page shows how the risk has changed through the assessment:
This gives you insight into whether the controls are helping, and how the risk compares to the appetite.
2. Write Your Risk Response Plan
In the Risk Response Plan section:
Type a detailed response plan based on the selected strategy in the Text Editor. (e.g., Mitigate)
You can include:
Actions to be taken
Resources required
Deadlines and responsible parties
Any contingency or follow-up planning
3. Upload Supporting Files
You can upload up to 10 files, such as:
Response documentation
Risk treatment plans
Training materials
Budget plans
Click “Browse” or drag files into the dotted box.
4. Click the Task
Click the “Complete” button in the top-right corner.
📌 Best Practices
Be specific: Outline actionable steps and responsible teams
Be clear: Use plain language, especially if the plan will be reviewed by board members or non-specialists
Be realistic: Ensure timelines and expectations are achievable
Need help deciding on a strategy or reviewing your risk response? Reach out to your Customer Success team for guidance.