CRISC · Question #294
The PRIMARY reason to implement a formalized risk taxonomy is to:
The correct answer is D. improve visibility of overall risk exposure. The primary reason to implement a formalized risk taxonomy is to improve visibility of overall risk exposure across the organization.
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The PRIMARY reason to implement a formalized risk taxonomy is to:
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- Areduce subjectivity in risk management.
- Bcomply with regulatory requirements.
- Cdemonstrate best industry practice.
- Dimprove visibility of overall risk exposure.
How the community answered
(50 responses)- A8% (4)
- B2% (1)
- C4% (2)
- D86% (43)
Why each option
The primary reason to implement a formalized risk taxonomy is to improve visibility of overall risk exposure across the organization.
While a taxonomy helps reduce subjectivity, its primary benefit extends beyond individual assessments to the holistic view of risk.
Compliance might be a secondary benefit, but a taxonomy's core purpose is internal risk management, not just regulatory adherence.
Demonstrating best industry practice is an outcome, not the fundamental operational reason for implementing a risk taxonomy.
A formalized risk taxonomy provides a structured, consistent framework for identifying, categorizing, and reporting risks. This standardization significantly improves the organization's ability to aggregate, analyze, and gain a clear, comprehensive view of its total risk exposure across all departments and initiatives, enabling better strategic decision-making.
Concept tested: Risk Taxonomy Purpose
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/compliance/regulatory/regulatory-compliance-dashboard-risk-assessment
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