Why it matters

Risk matrix communicates risks. Understanding shapes governance.

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The architecture

Severity axis (impact tiers).

Likelihood axis (probability tiers).

Risks plotted; color-coded.

AI risk matrixSeverity axislow / med / high / criticalLikelihood axisrare / possible / likelyColor-codedgreen / yellow / red5x5 grids common; use consistently across risks for comparability
AI risk matrix.
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How it works end to end

5x5 grids standard.

Consistent scoring criteria.

Color-coded for communication.