| name | risk-assessment |
| description | Assess and update engagement risk register |
Risk Assessment
Update risk register with new risks, issues, or mitigation actions.
What This Does
- Reads current risk register
- Captures new risks/issues or updates existing
- Assesses impact and probability
- Updates mitigation strategies
- Alerts on critical/high risks
Instructions for Claude
When this skill is invoked:
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Read Risk Register
- Load
00_Engagement_Management/risk_register.md
- Review current risks and issues
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Ask What to Update
- Add new risk/issue
- Update existing risk status
- Add mitigation actions
- Close resolved items
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For New Risks, Capture
- Description (clear, specific)
- Impact (Critical/High/Medium/Low)
- Probability (High/Medium/Low)
- Mitigation strategy
- Owner
- Target resolution date
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Update Risk Register
- Add/update entries in markdown table
- Update status (Open/In Progress/Closed)
- Add mitigation actions with dates
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Update Session State
- Update risk summary in
.claude/memory/session_state.json
- Count open risks by severity
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Alert on Critical Risks
- Flag any Critical/High risks
- Recommend escalation if needed
Risk Assessment Criteria
Impact Levels
- Critical: Threatens project success, budget, or timeline
- High: Significant impact on deliverables or client satisfaction
- Medium: Moderate impact, manageable with mitigation
- Low: Minor impact, can be absorbed
Probability Levels
- High: >70% chance of occurring
- Medium: 30-70% chance
- Low: <30% chance
Reference
See .claude/skills/risk-communication/references/risk-assessment.md for detailed implementation.