Why Risk Management Matters Before You Even Start a Project
When you start a project, you expect it to move from idea to action with a clear plan. You want momentum. You want progress. You want results that match your goals. But the part most people skip is the part that decides everything that comes after. I am talking about risk management before the work even starts. This first step shapes your timeline, your budget, your people, and your outcome. Risk management isn't a "drag" on the project; it’s the insurance that ensures the project reaches the finish line . When you move too fast, you create blind spots that grow into problems. When you slow down and look at risks with an open mind, you gain a better view of what you are walking into. You avoid stress later. You save money. You protect your team. You reduce surprises. You set the tone for the entire project. I learned this lesson the hard way in many places. The best example comes from my Tank Farm project. This was a large job with many moving parts. We had strict deadl...
