Step 1 — Define the Scenario

Identify risks / scenarios and prioritize them based on their probability of occurring and their impact. Focus on the highest ranking events. Define the timeline of the scenario and it's quantifiable impact.

Scenarios


Step 2 — Generate Contingency Options

Generate options of how you could address the impending scenario. Organize by Must Do, Should Do and Could Do.

Must Immediate & preventative measures to reduce risks

Should Triggered measures which will be implemented if X occurs

Could Triggered measures which will have significant tradeoffs

Contingencies


Step 3 — Set Triggers, Timelines & Owners