Risk Assessment Checklist
Identify and mitigate risks in your automation project
Risk Assessment Guide
Likelihood
- • Low: Unlikely to occur
- • Medium: May occur
- • High: Likely to occur
Impact
- • Low: Minor disruption
- • Medium: Moderate impact
- • High: Severe consequences
Risk Level
- • Low (1-2): Monitor
- • Medium (3): Manage
- • High (4-5): Mitigate
- • Critical (6-9): Urgent action
Technical Risks
System integration failures
New system fails to integrate with existing WMS/ERP
Technology obsolescence
Selected technology becomes outdated quickly
Performance issues
System does not meet throughput requirements
Software bugs
Critical software defects discovered post-implementation
Operational Risks
Disruption to operations
Implementation causes significant downtime
Inadequate training
Staff not properly trained on new systems
Process changes
Resistance to new workflows and procedures
Peak season timing
Go-live conflicts with busy periods
Financial Risks
Budget overruns
Project costs exceed planned budget
ROI not achieved
Expected savings and benefits not realized
Hidden costs
Unexpected maintenance or operational costs
Currency fluctuations
Exchange rate changes affect equipment costs
Vendor Risks
Vendor bankruptcy
Supplier goes out of business
Delayed delivery
Equipment or software delivery delays
Poor support
Inadequate post-implementation support
Scope creep
Vendor adds unexpected requirements or costs
Safety & Compliance Risks
Safety incidents
Accidents during installation or operation
Regulatory compliance
System does not meet local regulations
Data security
Cybersecurity vulnerabilities
Environmental impact
Unexpected environmental compliance issues