Business Not As Usual? Program Risk Management Can Help
| by Jeannette Cabanis-Brewin
You've never done this before. Enter project risk management.
This blog was updated in May 2025.
Risk management is a cornerstone of our discipline. The urgency of the COVID-19 pandemic brought this into sharper focus, but the principles of identifying and planning for risk remain just as vital today—especially as organizations continue to navigate uncertainty in many forms.
That's why we've collected a few thoughts about how project or program risk management can help organizations steer a steady course in a new research 
brief, "Returning to Work and Managing Risk."
The brief offers a high-level look at common risk areas and practical response strategies. It also highlights an often-overlooked aspect of risk management: the unexpected opportunities that can emerge in times of disruption.
You’ll also find a curated list of informative links to research sources for deeper exploration.