Risk Management in a Rapidly Changing World
This was the year’s key event in Risk Management, bringing together leading experts in the field. Thank you for participating. We look forward to welcoming you to next year’s conference in November 24th, where Risk Management will again be in focus.
The 10th Risk Management Conference – June 3 in Copenhagen – has now been successfully completed.
Conference themes:
In an era marked by historic shifts in geopolitics, accelerating climate change, and striking technological disruptions, the demand to effectively manage uncertainty has never been more complex. This conference brings together leading experts to explore cutting-edge approaches in risk management, focusing on the interplay between perception, analysis, and strategic mitigation of multifaceted uncertainties. Our vision is to foster a dynamic forum where participants may learn and discuss innovative approaches and exchange ideas. By convening leaders in science and industry, as well as experienced practitioners, we aim to address the complex challenges of our time, ultimately advancing the field of risk management to meet the demands of an increasingly unpredictable world.
Read the abstracts from the Experts here
Session abstracts
Hybrid Risks and Crisis Management:
Both climatic and geopolitical changes threaten Denmark and Europe. At home, we now witness more water from below, the sea, and above, which will pressure our ability to respond as resources are stretched and the complexity of crisis events increases. At the same time, we witness hybrid risks that destroy technical infrastructures and the legitimacy of the people tasked with responding to these threats. The combination of climatic and geopolitical threats can, in many ways, be seen as a perfect storm. Speakers with perspectives from research, practical operations and politics will describe risks and uncertainties associated with this new reality. The session will seek to inform and engender debate on the role of risk management in the light of the uncertainties confronting public, private and non-governmental organisations.
Human Factors in Risk Management:
Risk management of safety-critical systems will typically involve assessment of the role of the human element. ‘Human factors’ is both the name of an academic and practical discipline and the collective name of factors related to people's decisions and actions in work settings and not least in safety-critical environments. Across industrial sectors, most accidents involve human elements - errors, omissions or life-saving interventions. Traditional approaches to safety management have largely been focused on analysing precursors of mishaps and learning from accidents. Modern approaches seek to understand and learn from successful management of both routine and critical situations. In this session, human factors experts will describe methods and techniques for assessing and managing human factors in key industries, building on decades of experience and analysis.
Emerging Technologies in the Green Transition:
This session will dive into the risks, opportunities, and real-world experiences associated with known and emerging technologies in the green transition. With insights from experts bridging research and industry, attendees will gain an understanding of technical and business risks and discuss the critical barriers to bringing these technologies to market. Join us as we uncover both the challenges and potential of the emerging technologies in the green transition
AI in Project Risk Management:
AI is transforming industries across the globe, and now it’s making its way into the critical area of risk management. This session will explore how AI is reshaping the way we assess and manage project risks, offering new tools for more accurate predictions and better decision-making. AI helps to calculate contingencies for risk robustness, ensuring that projects are prepared for uncertainties. By moving beyond traditional single-point assessments, AI allows us to work with ranges, offering a more dynamic and realistic view of potential outcomes. AI enables smarter management of budgets, contingencies, and reserves, optimizing resources and improving project resilience. It’s not just about mitigating risk—AI is about enhancing decision-making, making it possible to prepare for future challenges with greater accuracy and confidence.