Risk Heat Map

A visual representation of risks based on their assessed likelihood and impact. Typically presented as a two-dimensional matrix with likelihood on one axis and impact on the other, with risks plotted according to their assessment scores. Color coding (usually red, amber, green) indicates risk severity, with risks in the high-likelihood, high-impact quadrant requiring greatest attention. In RBPM, Heat Maps help prioritize risk mitigation efforts and communicate risk positions to stakeholders, though they should be complemented by more nuanced analyses.