Transversal
Risk assessment activities play a crucial role in technology-based projects. They help identify potential challenges and threats that could disrupt the project's timeline, increase costs, or compromise the quality of the final product. By identifying these risks early in the project, teams can develop strategies to either avoid them or mitigate their impacts, should they occur.
Risk assessment is most effective when conducted during the ideation phase of a project. At this stage, the project is still flexible, and changes can be made with minimal impact. If a significant risk is identified, the team can adjust the project plan or even pivot to a new idea if necessary.
Risk mitigation strategies developed during the risk assessment phase are then carried forward into subsequent development phases. As the project progresses, these strategies are continually refined and adjusted based on new data or changes in project scope. In this way, risk assessment activities not only help prevent problems during the development phase but also contribute to a more robust and resilient project overall.